Today’s Photo Tip: Guidelines for Taking Good Food Pictures: Blur the background by using a narrow depth of field. Use a diffused fill flash to brighten the subject and soften the background and any shadows. Try to shoot on a level with the food instead of looking down on it. Make sure all ordinary household lights are switched off so they don't confuse the camera's sensors. Check that camera white balance is set for sunlight; this will provide the clean white light necessary for creating the best food pictures. To help insure focus and sharpness, use either a tripod, remote shutter release, or the timer on the camera. Any of these actions will help to remove camera shake from the equation.
Use a low ISO setting to reduce 'noise'. Try to use white plates and a plain surface. White plates give off nice understated reflections that add depth to the image. Remove unnecessary items, leaving only the plate and the food; and don’t overfill the plate. Try to use the sprig of a fresh herb to add a dash of color.In general make the plate occupy at least 80% of the width of the photograph. When finished crop the shot for needed emphasis. Don’t be scared to crop the plate. Use the plate’s edge as a compositional element. A shot with just half of the plate in frame can still make for a really pleasing composition.
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