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Domestika

Introduction to Food Photography with Natural Light

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Overview

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Learn to capture striking images of food in both indirect and direct sunlight by exploring composition, lighting, and editing techniques
  • Introduction
  • The Fundamentals of Photography and Preparation
  • Photographing and Light
  • Touch-ups and Additional Tips
  • Final project
“One of the most important elements of a successful food image is how the light and its mood touches us.”

Photographer Adrian Mueller specializes in taking mouth-watering food and beverage images for clients including McDonald’s, and Kellogg’s, often using natural light to tell authentic stories through his work.

In this online course, he teaches you how to create stunning images of food using daylight. Explore the fundamentals of food photography, as well as techniques for composition, lighting, editing, to produce professional-looking photographs of your favorite dishes. Let the beauty and simplicity of daylight inspire you to capture something special.

Syllabus

  • About Me
  • Influences
  • Camera Fundamentals for Food Photography
  • The Composition
  • Understanding Natural Light
  • Mood Board and Sketches
  • Equipment and Materials
  • Food Styling Tips
  • Lighting: Knowledge in Action
  • Taking the Photo: Indirect Daylight 1
  • Taking the Photo: Indirect Daylight 2
  • Taking the Photo: Direct Sunlight
  • Retouching the Images 1
  • Retouching the Images 2
  • Tips for Sharing Your Work
  • Introduction to Food Photography with Natural Light

Taught by

Adrian Mueller

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