Imagine you are at a cafe. The light is just amazing and perfect. You make yourself ready to take the shot, which will definitely stand out. You are missing the mark if you are still shooting wide-angle flat lay. The evolution of food photography has new rules, which are all about intimacy and intention.
Let’s look at the five ways of capturing stunning food photos —
- To stand out, you must zoom in — To fit the whole table in the frame, you need to stop backing up. If you want to be a sharp photographer, you should do the opposite — get closer. Do not think of documenting the entire meal. Your goal should be to create a craving. So, you must click it in high definition to make the texture perfectly visible. You should emphasise the primary details – those are: the way in which the light catches the olive oil on the leaf of salad, as well as the thick drip of a sauce or the stunning char on the crust. The pro tip for this would be — looking for the peak moment to take the shot, that is, the accurate second when little air bubbles form.
- Embrace the chaos, instead of focusing on perfect symmetry — For engaging the people to view your photo for long, your photos need to have a controlled spontaneity. It will make it have a soul. But it should not look like a mess. The photo must show that the food is actively being enjoyed. It could happen with the help of strategically placed crumbs or melted ice cubes. The added imperfections should make the photo feel alive.
- No grid, no tension — You need not follow the grid as it is. By applying the rule of thirds with a modern edge, you would know that the grid is just like a road map to dynamic composition. The asymmetric photo must create focus and intimacy. Along one of the intersections of the grid, you should place the most interesting element, which is the garnish.
- Lighting — No bright light is needed for the perfect shot. You just need intentional light. Focus on natural light. Side lighting would be your best friend as it creates the shadows which lead to the drama, depth, and dimension. The trick for the best lighting is that if the light is coming only from one side and one source, you must use a white tissue to act as a reflector on the opposite side to gently fill in the harsh shadows. Always use a warm source of light and then diffuse it as soft light looks more flattering.
- Photos should look breathable — The most overwhelming element is the negative space that you do not show. That space refers to the clean, empty area around the food. This empty space gives a place to rest to our eyes, thereby making the food subject feel the most important. You can even blur the background out in order to put emphasis on your subject.
- Story beyond the dish — Photography always tells a story. In the case of photography of food, the photo should explain the moment it was clicked in, and not just focus only on the food item. You need to shift your focus from the food item to the context. You should show the process, such as flour-dusted hands, the satisfaction on someone’s face after relishing the first bite or the steam rising from the hot bowl. Always include a few elements in the background which are subtle. It could be the texture of a worn table or a particular cup that gives the vibe of a cafe.
Conclusion
So many of you would now want to try clicking the food pictures, as I mentioned in this blog. This can be achieved if you visit Meat Mechanics in Australia. The ambience and vibe of our restaurant will make your pictures turn out to be really aesthetic. You will get the finest dinner as well. Every bite will be enjoyed by you with deliciousness. Come and enjoy your meal and photography.
