Level Up Your Foodstagramming

It’s undeniable that social media has changed the way we eat. Aesthetic and ambiance is now one of the things customers consider when it comes to choosing a place to dine in. Why? Well the dishes have to fit a carefully curated Instagram feed of course!

“Foodstagramming” is the new trend for food photography. You can scroll through millions of food photography from all over the world if you search for the hashtags #food #foodporn #instafood on Instagram.

Food photography has become huge worldwide because it is easy to produce and it is relevant to everyone. That’s why it has also driven restaurant owners to level up their food presentation so as to attract more customers. If you want to jump on this online trend, here are some plating tips and tricks to help you up your food-stagramming game.

Choose your Plates

Rule of thumb: NEVER use big dinner plates when you’re doing food photography. Professionals would mostly use a salad plate, unless you are shooting for a commercial restaurant. The simple reason behind this is that smaller plates simplify complicated ingredients, and there is less negative space around the food so it looks fuller. Less plate = More shots.

Adjust your Angle

You must know how to adjust your camera angle depending on the kind of food you are taking a photo of and show your audience what the dish is composed of and its ingredients. If you are shooting a burger, you have to lower your angle to highlight the height and look of the whole burger. If you are taking photos of a platter or meal, take a higher angle to show what the platter or meal is made out of. Use flat plates or lower-rimmed plates for low angles, and rimmed dishes or low bowls for higher angles.

Mix and Match

Don’t be scared to play around with other kitchenware or tableware. Throw in a bit of wood or metal element in your flat lay so you can layer your pieces better. However, you should remember to stick to a specific theme so your elements will still complement one another and not look chaotic.

Use Pops of Colors and Patterns

It’s always fun to use colored and patterned plates because they can visually accentuate the dish. But you have to remember that not all plates will go with the food. Choose the right plate design that will match well with your food and will neither overpower nor make it look dull. Your goal is to use your props so that your audience will shift their focus to the element you want them to look at first.

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