I started taking pictures of my food a few years back for my own reference. I learned and am still learning about food photography. Recently, I updated a few of the old pictures to make it more appetizing and sharing the lessons I learned along the way.
Strawberry Ice Cream
Before: July 2011
After:
Lesson learned: natural light is way better than artificial light
Spaghetti Meatballs
Before: January 2010
After:
Lesson learned: take picture of the food before eating it
Wonchester Sauce Chicken
Before: February 2011
After:
Lesson learned: try different angles and use white plate instead of a pattern or colorful one
Perfect Soft Boiled Egg
Before: May 2013This was the first time I tried the recipe. The kids and I were so excited to find out if it is a success. Wes was literately screaming asking me to hand over the egg that I was currently holding:
http://www.asianfamilyrecipes.com/2015/05/food-photography-before-and-after.htmlAfter:
Lesson learned: feed the hungry children first then take time to set the stage
Stir Fried Tempeh
Before: July 2012
Food PhotographyAfter
Lesson learned: Light thing up! I also add other components in this case rice and chili to communicate better story about the dish
Chocolate Ice Cream
Before: July 2012
After: October 2014
Lesson learned: Learn to use the manual mode in your DSLR camera. I found the Pioneer Woman Photography series to be very helpful then take lots and lots of pictures.
My favorite Food Photography Book:
Plate to Pixel: Digital Food Photography & Styling
Some more food photography tips from the pro:
The Pioneer Woman: Ten Things I Learned About Food Photography
Pinch of Yum: Food Photography Tips
