Fake Ice Real ice comes with real problems.Freeze it and crush the block of ice to get an aesthetically refreshing crushed ice effect. Alternatively, use a zip lock, freezer-proof bag filled with water. The devil’s in the details and aesthetics are important so make sure your freezer tray is up to the task. Real Ice If you choose to use real ice in your photo consider the shapes of the cubes.The right equipment and a little planning ahead will save the day. Always use a spatula or tongs, as the heat from your body can be enough to melt it. Hands Off: I don’t mean to be rude, but hands off the food. Cold: How to handle cold and melting food This way you will be ready to capture the perfect shot and save yourself a lot of frustration and melting ice cubes. That could be a less attractive version of your subject or a similar colored/sized prop that will allow you to find the best angle, camera settings, and composition before you bring out the hero subject. When you have a limited amount of time to get the perfect shot, consider using stand-ins for practice purposes. While a decadent piece of chocolate cake can wait, you can’t afford the luxury of time when you are aiming to shoot the perfect drip of ice cream or the dancing swirl of steam coming from a bowl of soup.įrom frozen treats to a hot cup of coffee, there’s always a bit of prep work required to capture the moment with your camera and trust me, in the end, it's worth it! When temperature is a factor in food photography, the key to success is –as in most cases- in the preparation.
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