Contents Disclaimer
v
About the Authors
xiii
Acknowledgments
xvii
Preface
xix
Chapter
Introduction to Food Styling
1
A Few Rules for Food Styling:
3
Have a Plan
4
Be Prepared
5
Shop Wisely
6
Looking for a Hero
6
Tools of the Trade: Assembling Your Food Styling Kit
8
Basic Kit Components
Chapter
8
Equipment Often Used for Food Styling
10
Supplies Often Used in Food Styling
11
Sets and Settings
15
Basics to Consider When Planning Food Photography
16
What’s the Point of the Shot?
16
How to Make Food Pop in the Image
18
Tips for Choosing Sets and Surfaces for Food Photography
18
Table Setting Tips
21
Working Fabric on the Set
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