There’s a big difference between a decent food photo and one that looks polished, premium, and craveable.
It’s not your camera. It’s how you handle the details.
Here are 5 things that instantly level up your food photography:
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1. White Balance
Yes, you can fix it in post if you shoot RAW.
But most people still get it wrong.
Set it right from the start. Use a grey card or set your camera to daylight WB. It gives you a consistent base and cleaner edits later.
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2. Use a Single Light Source
Mixing color temps kills your shot. Natural window light + indoor yellow light = muddy tones and double shadows with color cast.
One source. One direction. Controlled shadows = clean, intentional, pro-looking results.
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3. Simplify Your Composition
Most beginners overstyle.
Less clutter, more focus. Let the food be the hero.
One great subject > five random props.
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4. Shoot Tethered
This is a game-changer.
You’ll compose better, catch mistakes early, and direct the scene with confidence.
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