{A note to myself} – Photography #1
>> Saturday, July 17, 2010
When I can (i.e. if time allows), I’ll post a small note, photography and/or food styling related. I’m no pro photographer, but this is how I learned from my experience and all.
Let’s start with the photos from my latest post – rhubarb and strawberry cobbler.
These shots was taken with natural light from my large balcony door and a reflector (using reflective wrapping paper). The light was diffused by the blind.
Props: second-hand rules! All of them, except for the background stuff, were from various second-hand shops in Daylesford. The brown background is the wrong side of my odd placemat, and I’ve used a blue chiffon scarf here for some soft blue texture.
I really like the rose-pattern vintage tin that I discovered in my MIL’s storage room. I’ve used it as a vase in the past, and it looks absolutely gorgeous.
The blue vase, tiny, pretty. And more, free of charge!
That's it for me now :). Have a great weekend, everyone!
16 comments:
I love the light! A delighful dessert.
Cheers,
Rosa
Great tips Anh! Note to self: must visit Daylesford for props!
I love learning more about how you achieve the wonderful photos that make your food look so inviting! More posts like this one, please!
Fun, Anh! Your photo at the top is lovely and unusual. Very creative.
We are all trying to improve our food styling. I don't think I ever have gone into a thrift shop or a fabric store without thinking about my blog! It doesn't come naturally to me, unfortunately. Some bloggers are really pros!
Wow, the effort you put into taking your pictures! I know nothing about lighting and reflector, but I do know props helped.
That is so pretty! I love natural light. YOu have a nice little set up. I have visiting op shops recently and slowly collecting fabrics and textures.
You really do use your props masterfully- I love the scenes you set up! They're always so dreamy... Especially with that soft focus. :)
Anh - so great to have a bit of a behind the scenes look, your photos do turn out wonderfully!
Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
Wishing you a great weekend ♥
This is great, I have spent so long trying to work out lighting, I've not spent enough time thinking about styling. Very informative to read about your inspiration.
lovely insight into your photography - it all seems very tricky and complicated for me - but i love the result
Thank you Anh, for sharing some tips! I'm always interested in how others arrange their food stylings! Never tried this with the additional lightning, it really makes a difference!
Have a lovely Weekend!
Lovely and beautiful shots giving a special feel. I like natural light too, that really makes a big difference.
I wish I can have a large balcony door like you. Natural light is always the best. Thanks for the tips! Great post!
Thanks for sharing. I'm not one to bother with props as I sometimes like it as it is just. The neo lighting in our kitchen (and house) is shocking too so it's always a bonus when I cook during daylight and have natural light flooding in through the window.
I love the behind the scenes as your photos are always great. I would like to get into simple food styling one day so keep these posts coming :)
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