When it comes to delicious food, everyone has developed the habit of "first taking pictures with their mobile phones, then posting on WeChat, and finally using chopsticks." Some people even think that "forgetting to post on WeChat is like eating in vain."

But the photos are obviously taken by mobile phones. Why do some people really put poison in the photos and make the food dark and messy to arouse appetite, while some people put poison in it and make people get up in the middle of the night to look for food?

In fact, it is not difficult at all to take enviable food photos. As long as you master the following steps, you can also take beautiful photos!

Sufficient natural light can make photos look bright, natural and warm, and can better show the original colors of food.

It is the best tool for taking good photos.

Move the location of the food. If you want to record the dessert you made with your own hands, never do it in a dimly lit kitchen. Try to move it to a brightly lit window, or even outdoors.

If there is a yellow light at home, it is recommended to turn it off when shooting, and try to use white light and natural light as the main light.

If you go to a restaurant during the day, try to sit by the window and take advantage of natural lighting to take better photos.

The focus should be on the protagonist.

If your main character is bread, make sure the focus is on the bread so that the photo is clear.

If the light is uneven or insufficient, you can also place the staple food in a well-lit location, which can also increase the three-dimensional effect and layering. When the focus is on the subject, other backgrounds and props behind will appear a bit blurry.

It will make the picture more three-dimensional.

Textured food utensils increase appetite, and the same goes for photos.

Although the food utensil is a supporting role, the protagonist should also have good green leaves to set off its beauty.

Since food is the protagonist, the simpler the tableware is, the better (colorful plates look cute on their own, but they will steal the spotlight from the food). All-white or all-black basic plates are the safest choice.

In addition, things like sauces, tableware, books, cups, or people can help bring out the different overall moods on the table.

Food can’t be perfect from 360 degrees, so finding the right angle is important!

Before taking pictures, you can first observe the food on the plate (bowl) from all aspects and find out the key points that you think can best present the dish.

Generally speaking, choosing the side with the richest fillings, the prettiest color, or the most layered texture will make your food taste better.

You can turn the side with the richest fillings or the most distinct layers towards the camera, or you can consider the interplay of colors when arranging the dish.

For example, placing bean sprouts between shrimp and tofu skin makes each ingredient stand out more.

It is fine to use a white or black desktop background, but it is very important that the desktop must not be dirty or stained!

Only leave items that contribute to the composition, such as tableware, vases, books, etc., rather than crumpled toilet paper or water stains on the table.

Before shooting, experiment with different backgrounds (such as marble, wood) to see which colors and textures work best for showcasing your food.