How to take great food photos with an iPhone
You see amazing food content on Instagram accounts like The Minimalist Baker, Scott Suchman and Steve Pearce and you wonder how they get such amazing photos of food. Most of those samples probably use big expensive cameras and spray hairspray on the buns to make them like shiny, however all you really need to take above average food photos is an iPhone, patience and practice. Here’s a few tips to get you started in the right direction:
Use natural light: Try to take your photos near a window or outside for the best lighting. Never use a flash as it can wash out the colors of your food. If it’s a really dark room I would suggest picking up on of those portable lights where you can change the intensity off amazon.
Set the table: If you have the opportunity to stage your shooting area it’s nice to have some background items to not make the photos look so barren. I suggest other food, utensils, drinks and my little secret is a candle. A flame makes every photo better.
Play with angles: Experiment with different angles to find the most visually appealing perspective. Try shooting from above or at a slight angle for a more dynamic shot. Don’t be afraid to get in real close.
Edit your photos: Use the editing tools on your phone to enhance the colors and contrast of your photos. Adjust the brightness, contrast, and saturation to make your food look its best.
Take multiple shots: Take multiple photos from different angles and with different lighting. This will give you more options to choose from when editing and selecting the best photo.
Use the grid lines: iPhone camera have a grid lines feature, which can help you align your shot and make sure everything is straight.
Use the focus and exposure controls: The focus and exposure controls allow you to fine-tune your shot by focusing on a specific area of the image and adjusting the overall brightness.
Consider using apps: There are various apps available that can help you to enhance your food photography skills, like Camera+, Foodie, ProCamera, Lightroom, etc.
If you’re a restaurant looking for some great photos or just need a little face lift to your marketing get in touch with us and our owner will get back to you right away.
Here’s a few samples from Pepperoncini Havertown, a client of ours. All of these photos are shot with an iPhone;
