Nugene Chiang of Canon Imaging Academy imparts tricks of the trade to transform your daily fare into a gastronomical photo spread
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A mouth-watering dish on the front cover of your favourite gourmet magazine is never captured by fluke.
While an expertly-plated dish wins half the battle, the magic to luscious food photography lies in the ability to convey an appropriate mood or emotion.
From the type of equipment to the styling, a photographer’s ability to pay attention to details distinguishes Insta-worthy photos from those forever relegated to your camera’s archives.
To help budding food photographers achieve this, Nugene Chiang of Canon Imaging Academy tells us that it is crucial to take time to plan one's shot before snapping away.
3. Embrace whatever setting you’re in
Use your surroundings to your advantage. Manipulate the available shapes and colours, and manoeuvre props to provide context of the meal, and tell a tale about the diner and his or her experience. Consider adding textures such as a ribbed tablecloth in the background or the table’s wood grain to give your shot a nice contrast.
Remember that every element in your surroundings is a factor that can work with or against you, so take stock and get creative. After all, a good photo is never served on a silver platter!
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