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Behind the Lens: Insights & Stories from a Food Photographer

How To Prepare Your Restaurant for a Photo Shoot

How to Prepare for a Food Photographer Visit: Essential Tips for Restaurant Owners Hiring a professional food photographer is an investment in your restaurant’s brand, helping you create stunning images for your menu, website, and social media. To get the best results, preparation is key. Here’s how to make the most of your upcoming food photography

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The Importance of Controlled Depth of Field in Food Photography

The Importance of Controlled Depth of Field in Food Photography In food photography, depth of field (DOF) is essential for showcasing a dish’s texture and details. Focusing too much on one part, like a garnish or frosting, while blurring the rest can limit the impact. Shallow depth of field can be effective, but it’s important to

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Food Photography With Natural Light

Mastering Food Photography with Natural Light – My Approach Using natural light is my go-to technique for making food images stand out. There’s something about the softness of daylight that brings food to life, making it look fresh, vibrant, and utterly irresistible. I love how it creates depth and texture, giving a natural feel to my

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Hasselblad X1D: The Ultimate Food Photography Camera

Hasselblad X1D: The Ultimate Food Photography Powerhouse When I’m behind the lens, capturing food, I know how important it is to get that perfect mix of detail, colour accuracy, and dynamic range. Every dish has its own story to tell, and the right camera can really bring that to life. The Hasselblad X1D has become one

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My Restaurant Photography Shoot Process: How I Plan Every Session

Restaurant photography isn’t just about food—it’s about capturing the soul of a place In the restaurant game, presentation is everything, and that extends beyond the plate to how a place is seen online. Having worked in the food photography industry for years, I have seen how a great set of images can make all the difference

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Medium Format Photography

Photography has always been about capturing light, detail, and emotion. But there’s something undeniably special about medium format photography. It has a legacy that stretches back to the early days of film, producing images with unparalleled detail, tonal range, and depth. For photographers who demand the absolute best, medium format has remained the gold standard. A

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