Food Photography can be both simple and complicated. In this blog post, we are going to look at both the simple and the complicated aspects of Food Photography.
Light Painting
The above image is an example of Light Painting. This is a very complicated approach to Food Photography. The way it works is you set up the scene in a totally dark room. Then you open the camera, but because there is no light, nothing is happening. Next, you take a small pen light and wave it around the image like you would use a paintbrush on a painting. As a result, you end up with an image that is surreal, looking more like a painting instead of a photograph. The process is super slow and thus expensive. But the results, as you can see, are simply amazing, showcasing both simple and complicated techniques in food photography.
You can watch a 2-minute video of me making the above image here: https://youtu.be/0twxSOzgA6s
Continuous Lighting
The above image is an example of Continuous Lighting. In other words, the lights are always ON. The technique is simple and fast to set up and break down. For that reason, it is often done at the location where the food is located. For that reason, it is much more cost effective, illustrating the simple side of food photography practices.
You can watch a short video of me making this image here:https://youtu.be/qT0nYW3Zb0o
So, if you are looking for a way to spice up your restaurant, why not have us come by and get some images like you see above of your dishes? This kind of image is perfect for Social Media, and because of the affordable price, you can have it done often! Food photography, whether simple or complicated, can truly enhance your restaurant’s appeal.
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