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How to Get the Most Out of Food Photography Using Household Props and Ingredients  – Cravings Covered
 

TipsHow to Get the Most Out of Food Photography Using Household Props and Ingredients 

March 27, 2020by Yvette Soltura24

Are you trying to find a new hobby or want to improve your food photography skills while you are stuck at home during this global pandemic? Well, as they say, “if there’s a will, there’s a way.” There are plenty of in-home materials that can help boost the quality of your images. These materials could include a hand mirror, aluminum foil, parchment paper, cotton balls, and non-stick spray. A hand mirror or aluminum foil can be used to reflect light onto your desired dish. However, the mirror technique can sometimes serve better than aluminum foil because you can have more control over the light and can direct a spotlight to your food. Parchment paper can be utilized to soften the light or reduce the glare while also serving as a background. Another cool technique is using cotton balls to give your food height and leverage so that it won’t fall over or look flat. The good thing about cotton balls is that they can easily be disguised into a dish since they are absorbent. If you’re following along this far and notice that your food still looks bland, try using non-stick cooking spray to restore some shine. Your food will look fresh and more vibrant, but if you spray too much, it might make your dish slide apart.

So, now that you’ve learned a couple of food photography tips using household products, it’s time to talk about some at-home food ideas that you can put together using minimal ingredients. A super easy yet eye-catching recipe is a smoothie bowl. I’m sure you have several bags of frozen fruits in your freezer that you might’ve forgotten about, which makes it a great time to put them to use. Top this dish with whatever quick ingredients you have like slices of fresh fruit, chia seeds, and almonds. Smoothie bowls are made in all sorts of colors, so choose a few fruits that will blend easily to appeal to your audiences’ taste. An alternative for a smoothie bowl is a yogurt parfait. Use whichever flavored yogurt you might have hiding in the corner of your fridge along with some fresh cut fruit. You can layer this tasty treat in a mason jar or regular glass cup for aesthetic, and don’t forget to place a mint leaf on top to complete the look. For a more savory dish, a serving of pasta in a decorated bowl can also be a picture-worthy option. Garnish some grated cheese or fresh parsley to add more pizazz. Each of these recipes are so customizable and simple to make, all found in the comfort of your kitchen. So put your creative hat on and begin cooking!

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