How to use HARD LIGHT in food photography (ft. The Bite Shot) Lauren Short 2019-07-11 | Learn to take stunning hard light food photography with #HardLightFood** Watch Joanie's video: youtu.be/qiMCv1y_7S0** SIGN UP FOR THE CHALLENGE: http://thatssage.com/hard-light-food-challengeMY GEARMy Camera - amzn.to/2L3y7H4My 35mm Lens: http://amzn.to/2ttqFfVMy 55mm Lens: amzn.to/2N5qu03My 90mm Macro Lens: amzn.to/2Jgv2y8My Tripod: http://amzn.to/2t4PR9BFollow Me:Instagram: instagram.com/lauren.carisTwitter: twitter.com/thatssageFacebook: facebook.com/thatssageWebsite: http://thatssage.comSome of the above links are affiliate links which means if you click them and then make a purchase, I may receive a commission, at no extra cost to you! Thank you for supporting That’s Sage!
5 Composition Tips EVERY food photographer needs Lauren Short 2024-09-16 | Here are 5 tips you can use to instantly improve your food photography composition. Let me know in the comments, which one you're going to try this week 👇FREE Composition planning kit 👉 foodphotographyacademy.co/free-food-photography-composition-kit🛠 COURSES AND RESOURCES: Food Photography Academy ➔ foodphotographyacademy.co/jointodayREAD my book ➔ amzn.to/3MQ3CDbBlog ➔ foodphotographyacademy.co💬 SOCIAL STUFF:Instagram ➔ instagram.com/lauren.c.shortTikTok ➔ tiktok.com/@lauren.c.shortPinterest ➔ https://www.pinterest.ch/foodphotographyacademy👐 BUSINESS:Please contact me at hello@foodphotographyacademy.co for business enquiries and partnershipsIn this Video:0:00 Start.0:17 Tip 1: Think about your audience.1:33 Tip 2: Choose your composition grid.3:48 Tip 3: Don't pile every technique into one image.4:51 Tip 4: Plan your sketches before you shoot.6:52 Tip 5: Tethering and Overlays.8:00 Ending.
POV: Youre a food photographer Lauren Short 2024-07-16 | 📣 Calling all small food photography business owners looking to seriously improve your skills WHILE building a sustainable business ...You've just discovered a community and a guide dedicated to just that 🙋♀️Here's what I'm all about...With almost a decade of experience as a freelance food photographer under my belt, I know the struggle of balancing creativity with business savvy (you need BOTH to truly succeed).That's why I created Food Photography Academy - to equip you with the tools and strategies to wow clients and grow your business efficiently.My approach is built on the understanding that you need to be one step ahead of the game with your food photography skills, and TWO steps ahead with your marketing.In the Academy, I give you an all access pass to the best training on the market, along with personal support where you can ask any question, big or small, AND receive all important personalised feedback, to catapult your success.And here you can expect the knowledge, support AND systems you need to take your food photography business from struggling side hustle, to sustainable full time career#foodphotographybusiness #foodphotographytutorial #foodphotographytraining #foodphotographycourses #foodphotographyonlinecourse #foodphotographyandstyling #businesstips #smallbusinessowner #femaleentrepreneur #femalebusinessowner
Steal my BURGER Lighting Secrets Lauren Short 2024-06-20 | In this video I'll show you how to set up a 3 point lighting scene for a dramatic, moody burger shotFull burger styling and lighting masterclass 👉 foodphotographyacademy.co/the-academy🛠 COURSES AND RESOURCES: Food Photography Academy ➔ foodphotographyacademy.co/jointodayREAD my book ➔ amzn.to/3MQ3CDbBlog ➔ foodphotographyacademy.co💬 SOCIAL STUFF:Instagram ➔ instagram.com/lauren.c.shortTikTok ➔ tiktok.com/@lauren.c.shortPinterest ➔ https://www.pinterest.ch/foodphotographyacademy👐 BUSINESS:Please contact me at hello@foodphotographyacademy.co for business enquiries and partnershipsIN THIS VIDEO:0:00 Start.0:18 The lighting setup for a food photography burger shoot.1:24 Taking the first test shot.2:16 Firing both lights at the same time.2:49 Adding a third light.4:07 Bringing out the final burger.5:05 Wrapping up.
Behind the scenes of my Punk Lady Food Photography Awards finalist image 🏆 Lauren Short 2024-06-18 | ...
Using AI to create FOOD PHOTOGRAPHY? Lauren Short 2024-03-15 | Today I'm showing you how I'm using AI generation in my food photography workflow. Have you tried it yet?🛠 COURSES AND RESOURCES: Food Photography Academy ➔ foodphotographyacademy.co/jointodayREAD my book ➔ amzn.to/3MQ3CDbBlog ➔ foodphotographyacademy.co💬 SOCIAL STUFF:Instagram ➔ instagram.com/lauren.c.shortTikTok ➔ tiktok.com/@lauren.c.shortPinterest ➔ https://www.pinterest.ch/foodphotographyacademy👐 BUSINESS:Please contact me at hello@foodphotographyacademy.co for business enquiries and partnershipsChapters:0:00 Intro.0:09 Should you be using AI for your food photography?0:37 How I use AI to save time shooting food photography.1:49 Jumping into Capture One.5:06 Adding a spoon.7:03 The coffee chronicles.8:33 Example 2.11:55 Example 3.13:51 The results
STOP using this tool in Capture One Lauren Short 2024-02-09 | Learn the NUMBER ONE tool I use in Capture One to help me nail my food photography composition EVERY time.Grab your FREE composition kit (overlay templates included) 👉 foodphotographyacademy.co/free-food-photography-composition-kit🛠 COURSES AND RESOURCES: Food Photography Academy ➔ foodphotographyacademy.co/jointodayREAD my book ➔ amzn.to/3MQ3CDbBlog ➔ foodphotographyacademy.co💬 SOCIAL STUFF:Instagram ➔ instagram.com/lauren.c.shortTikTok ➔ tiktok.com/@lauren.c.shortPinterest ➔ https://www.pinterest.ch/foodphotographyacademy👐 BUSINESS:Please contact me at hello@foodphotographyacademy.co for business enquiries and partnerships⏱ TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Intro0:28 - My Capture One setup.1:52 - Setting up the camera for live view.3:12 - Composing the scene.6:55 - Setting up the lighting.11:33 - Adding the polenta.13:28 - Lifting the shadows with a fill card.17:37 - Ending.
Pro Tips for Stunning SOUP Shots Lauren Short 2024-01-19 | In this video, I'll be sharing my expert tips and techniques for food styling soup, helping you transform your simple bowl of soup into a visually appealing masterpiece. From garnishing techniques to creating textures, I'll show you how to make your soup look absolutely irresistible.✏️ Grab your FREE food styling toolkit 👉 foodphotographyacademy.co/top-food-styling-tips🛠 COURSES AND RESOURCES: Food Photography Academy ➔ foodphotographyacademy.co/join-the-academyREAD my book ➔ amzn.to/3MQ3CDbBlog ➔ foodphotographyacademy.co💬 SOCIAL STUFF:Instagram ➔ instagram.com/lauren.c.shortTikTok ➔ tiktok.com/@lauren.c.shortPinterest ➔ https://www.pinterest.ch/foodphotographyacademy👐 BUSINESS:Please contact me at hello@foodphotographyacademy.co for business enquiries and partnerships🕣 IN THIS VIDEO00:00 - Intro0:22 - Picking the right bowl.1:04 - Essential tools.1:43 Soup photo #1.5:57 Soup photo #2.8:40 Conclusion.
PRO SECRETS for better PASTA Food Styling Lauren Short 2024-01-14 | In this food styling tutorial, I'm going to share my BEST food styling tips for better pasta styling and photography, as well as a behind the scenes of my shoot🔐 Unlock the FULL behind the scenes of this shoot 👉 foodphotographyacademy.co/jointoday✏️ Grab your FREE food photography composition planning kit 👉 foodphotographyacademy.co/free-food-photography-composition-kit🛠 COURSES AND RESOURCES: Food Photography Academy ➔ foodphotographyacademy.co/join-the-academyREAD my book ➔ amzn.to/3MQ3CDbBlog ➔ foodphotographyacademy.co💬 SOCIAL STUFF:Instagram ➔ instagram.com/lauren.c.shortTikTok ➔ tiktok.com/@lauren.c.shortPinterest ➔ https://www.pinterest.ch/foodphotographyacademy👐 BUSINESS:Please contact me at hello@foodphotographyacademy.co for business enquiries and partnerships🕣 IN THIS VIDEO0:00 Intro0:15 Free Composition Planning Kit Download00:23 Pasta styling challenges00:49 Food Styling tips for PASTA04:20 Behind the scenes pasta shoot07:50 Planning the composition09:26 Building the Scene14:05 Outro
Salad #foodstyling top tip Lauren Short 2024-01-05 | Struggling with salad styling? 🥗I feel you. Salads are one of the most tricky subjects to style. There's so much going on, it's like everything gets lost, and is too much all at once.Here's a tip you can start using RIGHT NOW to help your salad photos look more cohesive and styled 💁♀️Cut your ingredients in a variety of different shapes and sizes. This could be as simple as cutting on a diagonal rather than just chopping it up randomly.These different shapes will help differentiate the ingredients on your plate from each other *and* give you more options for creating leading lines in your composition. WIN WIN!Check out my YouTube channel for an all new salad behind the scenes video, with more great salad styling tips!.....#foodstylingandphotography #foodstylingtips #learnfoodphotography #foodphotographyacademy #foodstylingtricks #foodphotographyandstyling #foodblogging #youtubereels #youtubersofinstagram
PRO Secrets for Food Styling Salads Lauren Short 2023-12-29 | Today I'm sharing my best SALAD styling tips. We'll go end to end through the recipe, how I prepare the ingredients, store them and plate them for set. If you want to see the full behind the scenes of this shoot including my lighting setup, full styling walkthrough and shoot, check out Food Photography Academy👀 WATCH the full BTS of this shoot in Food Photography Academy ➔ foodphotographyacademy.co/join-the-academy🔗 FREE DOWNLOADS:Free Food Styling Toolkit ➔ foodphotographyacademy.co/top-food-styling-tips🛠 COURSES AND RESOURCES: Food Photography Academy ➔ foodphotographyacademy.co/join-the-academyREAD my book ➔ amzn.to/3MQ3CDbBlog ➔ foodphotographyacademy.co💬 SOCIAL STUFF:Instagram ➔ instagram.com/lauren.c.shortTikTok ➔ tiktok.com/@lauren.c.shortPinterest ➔ https://www.pinterest.ch/foodphotographyacademy👐 BUSINESS:Please contact me at hello@foodphotographyacademy.co for business enquiries and partnerships⏱ TIMESTAMPS:0:00 Intro.0:40 Prepping the salad.4:19 The shoot.7:17 Conclusion.
The PERFECT Pastry recipe for #foodstyling (NEVER FAILS) Lauren Short 2023-12-14 | PERFECT PASTRY RECIPE 👇 (save for later 📥)This is my go-to pastry recipe for food styling. I use this whenever I need to shoot pastry in place of whatever the recipe suggests - Save this post to come back to when you need it!🥧 Makes 1 portion for a 9” (23cm) pie tin - use 2 portions for a full top or lattice top pie crust125 g unsalted butter (fridge cold and cubed)250 g all-purpose flour (or 125g all-purpose flour, 125g wholemeal flour)1 tsp caster sugar (omit if making a savoury pastry)1/2 tsp salt1 egg40 ml ice cold waterA full video on how to shape it into different styles is live on my YouTube channel.....#foodstyling #learnfoodphotography #learnfoodstyling #foodphotographytips #foodphotographyandstyling #foodprep #foodphotographytricks #foodstylingtricks #foodblogger #foodart #foodstylist #foodphotoshoot #foodpix#youtubereels #youtubersofinstagram #foodphotographyacademy
My SECRET recipe for perfect pastry (food styling trick) Lauren Short 2023-12-11 | In todays video I'm sharing my best PASTRY food styling tips. We'll look at how to style a crimped tart crust, a full top pie and a lattice top pie. I'm also sharing my go-to recipe for pastry that I replace every time I need to make pastry for a shoot.Download your FREE food styling toolkit: foodphotographyacademy.co/top-food-styling-tipsBuy my book "The Complete Guide to Food Photography": rockynook.com/shop/specialized-topics/food/the-complete-guide-to-food-photographyFull Pastry Recipe:Makes 1 portion for a 9” (23cm) pie tin - use 2 portions for a full top or lattice top pie crust125 g unsalted butter (fridge cold and cubed)250 g all-purpose flour (or 125g all-purpose flour, 125g wholemeal flour)1 tsp caster sugar (omit if making a savoury pastry)1/2 tsp salt1 egg40 ml ice cold water🛠 COURSES AND RESOURCES: Food Photography Academy ➔ foodphotographyacademy.co/join-the-academyREAD my book ➔ amzn.to/3MQ3CDbBlog ➔ foodphotographyacademy.co💬 SOCIAL STUFF:Instagram ➔ instagram.com/lauren.c.shortTikTok ➔ tiktok.com/@lauren.c.shortPinterest ➔ https://www.pinterest.ch/foodphotographyacademy👐 BUSINESS:Please contact me at hello@foodphotographyacademy.co for business enquiries and partnerships🔗 VIDEO LINKS:0:00 Introduction0:25 My Pastry Recipe for Food Styling2:00 Crimped Pie Crust5:04 Full Top Pie Crust7:32 Lattice Top Pie Crust
Choose the RIGHT props to go with your #foodphotography backdrops 👇 Lauren Short 2023-12-07 | Is your prop collection holding you back? Read on 👇You've got the perfect dish, you've got your camera, you've got your lights. You're all set. But then you look at your props and backgrounds and your heart sinks. 😔Nothing seems to fit. You've bought so many over the years, but somehow, they just don’t seem right.And thought of spending even *more* money on props? Ouch. 💰I've been there too. But I discovered the best props and backgrounds were already in my collection, I just didn’t know how to use them properly.So here’s an exercise for you, if you’re feeling stuck and unmotivated.1️⃣ Grab your camera 📷2️⃣ Pull out all your props and backgrounds. Yes, even that plate you never use. 🍽️3️⃣ Mix and match, and take some test shots. You'll be surprised what works!Don't let props and backgrounds get in your way. You probably already have the answer on your shelf 😉PS. Want more pro tips on food photography styling? Grab my FREE toolkit from the link in my profile
Perfect boiled egg 🥚 for #foodstyling Lauren Short 2023-12-05 | The PERFECT boiled egg can finish off many a food scene. Bowl of ramen? Dippy with soldiers? It's a staple that YOU need to know how to food style.Here are my top tips for creating the perfect boiled eggs, whether you need soft, medium or hard boiled eggs 🥚#foodstylingandphotography #learnfoodphotography #learnfoodstyling #foodstylingtips #foodstylingprops #FoodPhotography #foodlight #egglover #eggrecipes #breakfastmenu #breakfastclub #foodblogging #foodblogeats #foodblogfeed #foodphotographyandstyling
Perfect fried egg for #foodstyling Lauren Short 2023-12-04 | Learn how to cook the PERFECT fried egg 🍳 for food styling.No more uneven surfaces or hard yolks. Here's your strategy to get it right EVERY time 💪#foodstylingandphotography #foodstylingtips #learnfoodphotography #foodphotographyacademy #foodstylingtricks #foodphotographyandstyling #foodblogging #youtubereels #youtubersofinstagram
Food Styling Hacks for EGGS Lauren Short 2023-12-01 | Today we're cooking and styling EGGS. Learn how to cook the *perfect* sunny side up fried egg, soft to hard boiled eggs, and the coveted poached egg.🔗 DOWNLOADS:Free Food Styling Toolkit ➔ foodphotographyacademy.co/top-food-styling-tips🛠 COURSES AND RESOURCES: Food Photography Academy ➔ foodphotographyacademy.co/join-the-academyREAD my book ➔ amzn.to/3MQ3CDbBlog ➔ foodphotographyacademy.co💬 SOCIAL STUFF:Instagram ➔ instagram.com/lauren.c.shortTikTok ➔ tiktok.com/@lauren.c.shortPinterest ➔ https://www.pinterest.ch/foodphotographyacademy👐 BUSINESS:Please contact me at hello@foodphotographyacademy.co for business enquiries and partnerships🔗 VIDEO LINKS:
My new MacBook Pro cost HOW MUCH?! #productphotographytips #foodphotography #foodphotographystyling Lauren Short 2023-11-24 | Even with Black Friday… it was a lot… phew I think that’s me done for the year.But this is something I’ve been putting off for a long time, and I’m excited to finally be a bit more up to date after my iMac from 2016 has served me well 😁THE DEETS 👇16” M2 Max64 GB RAM1tb SSDI think we’re all wondering why Apple charge so much for RAM…#foodphotographer #foodphotographyediting #learnfoodphotography #foodphotographystyling #learnfoodstyling
Food Styling Tool Part 2: Water/Glycerin Mix #foodstyling #productphotography #foodphotography Lauren Short 2023-11-23 | Have you ever wondered how photographers create *perfect* condensation on things?Well, here’s the real talk, food photographer ⬇️❌ Wait for the perfect conditions and snap that shot 📸✅ Use the *right* tools for the job. In this case, a fine mister spray bottle (from the travel section of your local drugstore) with a 50/50 mix of water and glycerin. Voila, perfect condensations that lasts on set as long as you need it 👊#learnfoodstyling #foodphotooftheday #betterwhenyoutether #foodstylingprops #learnfoodphotography #capturelearnandinspire #foodphotography101 #foodphotographytips #foodstylingphotography #foodartproject #foodstyling #foodphotographyandstyling #foodstylingandphotography #foodphotographystyling #foodphotographytoday #eatprettythings #foodphotographyacademy #gurushots #stilllifewithfood #eatpretty #inspiredphotography #paintingwithlight #foodstyleguide #lr_savor #colorstudies #foodfluffer
Food styling tool part 1: COTTON BUDS #foodstyling #foodstylingandphotography #foodstylingtips Lauren Short 2023-11-20 | Want to know what the biggest mistake you’re making when it comes to food styling?And this might shock you! 🙊It’s not having the right tools.Because trying to do the job with the wrong tools, is like trying to cut grass with a pair of nail scissors.And I’ll let you in on a little secret 🤫...The answer to better food styling is really quite simple.Most of the tools I use for food styling as a food photographer, are everyday things that are affordable, easily available and simple to use. But the difference the right tools make is MASSIVE.Over the next few weeks, I'm sharing a food styling series, with some epic food styling tutorials and behind the scenes, but I'm kicking off with my favourite food styling tools. So keep an eye out this week for my favourites!First up, cotton buds! Yep, this simple bathroom tool is perfect for detailed corrections and precise cleanups. It's great if you have a small spill, a smudge, or a bit of escaped dressing. Simply wipe it, and voila, perfect plate 💁♀️So the next time you need to clean something up in your food styling, remember this advice ⬆️Did this shock you? Or is this something you’ve already used in your food styling routine?#foodstyling #foodstylingandphotography #foodstylingphotography #foodstylingprops #learnfoodstyling #learnfoodphotography #foodphotographystyling #foodphotography101 #foodphotographyandstyling #photographychallenge2023 #foodphotographyacademy #foodphotographytips #foodphotographytoday #hereismyfood #foodartproject #foodphotooftheday
Must-Have FOOD STYLING Tools & Tricks (Budget Friendly) Lauren Short 2023-11-18 | I'm kicking off this food styling series with my top food styling tools I always have on hand in my food photography studio, as well as how I use them.🔗 DOWNLOADS:Free Food Styling Toolkit ➔ foodphotographyacademy.co/top-food-styling-tips🛠 COURSES AND RESOURCES: Food Photography Academy ➔ foodphotographyacademy.co/join-the-academyREAD my book ➔ amzn.to/3MQ3CDbBlog ➔ foodphotographyacademy.co💬 SOCIAL STUFF:Instagram ➔ instagram.com/lauren.c.shortTikTok ➔ tiktok.com/@lauren.c.shortPinterest ➔ https://www.pinterest.ch/foodphotographyacademy👐 BUSINESS:Please contact me at hello@foodphotographyacademy.co for business enquiries and partnerships🔗 VIDEO LINKS:Culinary Tweezers: amzn.to/3svUXPnPaint Brushes: amzn.to/3sDZP4WMake up Sponges: amzn.to/3usamR2Maggi Würze: https://www.maggi.ch/de/produkte/wuerze-1000g/Metal Cocktail Sticks: amzn.to/47BgCUYBlutack / Poster Putty: amzn.to/47BgCUYMini Mister Spray Bottle: amzn.to/47jqWBkIKEA Food Styling Cart: ikea.com/ch/en/p/raskog-trolley-yellow-50496649* Some links above may be affiliate links which means I make a commission if you purchase through the link. I only promote products I love and would use myself.⏱ TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Intro00:31 - Culinary Tweezers01:51 - Metal Cocktail Sticks02:27 - Paint Brushes03:21 - Maggi Würze04:20 - Makeup Sponges05:06 - Blutack06:05 - Mister Spray Bottle07:16 - Storage Cart
5 Food Photography Portfolio Tips to ACTUALLY get you HIRED Lauren Short 2023-10-16 | JOIN THE CHALLENGE - foodphotographyacademy.co/build-your-food-photography-portfolio-challengeUse code PORTFOLIOBUILD10 for $10 off enrolment
Im taking a break... Lauren Short 2023-02-09 | Hi everyone! I thought I should probably pop on and say bye before I go on maternity leave! That's right, if you didn't already know, we are expecting a baby very soon, and I'll be taking a break from YouTube, Photography, Teaching and general work, until about August.If you want to stay in touch in the meantime, check out foodphotographyacademy.co for all my posts and downloadsIf you're an Academy student, or a student of one of my courses, you're going to be well looked after in the next few months, and more information about what to expect will be available directly on those channels.Thanks as always, SO much for your support, and I look forward to seeing you again in a few months!
This Hard Light Setup for Food Photography will blow your mind Lauren Short 2022-11-25 | Get a sneak peek 🤫 at my signature hard light setup for food photography. This is a preview of another one of 8 (!!) live shoot demonstrations included in my new artificial light course - Food Exposed.In each of these demos, I'll take you through my:📸 Camera Settings⚡ Flash Settings💡 Lighting Setup🖥️ Tethering flowJOIN THE WAITLIST TODAY! We launch 28th November
How to light a Food Photography Flatlay Lauren Short 2022-11-16 | Get a sneak peek 🤫 at my overhead lighting setup for food photography This is a preview of another one of 8 (!!) live shoot demonstrations included in my new artificial light course - Food Exposed.In each of these demos, I'll take you through my:📸 Camera Settings⚡ Flash Settings💡 Lighting Setup🖥️ Tethering flowJOIN THE WAITLIST TODAY! We launch 28th November.....#foodphotographyacademy #learnfoodphotography #foodstyleguide #foodfluffer #colorstudies #capturelearnandinspire #paintingwithlight #stilllifewithfood #inspiredphotography #lr_savor #gurushots #foodstylingphotography #meandmymanfrotto #zurichfood #foodphotographytips #eatseasonally #eatprettythings #eatpretty #marthafood #onmytabletoday #eatyourcolors #hereismyfood #f52community #hautecuisine #thecookfeed #holidayrecipes #alphacollective @sonyalpha_ch_at #sonya7riiimages @sonyalpha #alphafemale #betterwhenyoutether @tethertools #tether #tethertools
3 Point Drink Lighting Setup Lauren Short 2022-11-14 | Want a sneak peek of one of the live shoots included with the Food Exposed course? In this tutorial, we go through a 3 point multi light setup to create a dramatic, vibrant Negroni shot!This is one of 8 video flash demonstrations included in the Food Exposed course, which is launching in 2 weeks (!!!)Make sure you head to the waitlist, there’s going to be a crazy offer for the first week when we launch if you’re on that list 😉😉
🔴 LIVE | The Complete Guide to Food Photography LAUNCH PARTY 🎉 Lauren Short 2022-09-29 | Order my Book "The Complete Guide to Food Photography" here: foodphotographyacademy.co/food-photography-book
THE BOOK IS FINISHED! | BOOK VLOG Lauren Short 2022-09-20 | Pre-ORDER my book here: foodphotographyacademy.co/food-photography-bookThe book is FINALLY finished!! Celebrate with me as I took myself off for a little writing retreat to get it done!
DITL Writing my Book | Book Vlog Lauren Short 2022-09-18 | PRE ORDER MY BOOK: foodphotographyacademy.co/food-photography-bookToday I'm doing a chunk of writing for the book (which ended up being 62,500 words!). Join me on a few writing days!
Food Photography Challenge WEEK 3 | #FPABackToSchool Lauren Short 2022-09-14 | ORDER MY BOOK HERE: foodphotographyacademy.co/food-photography-bookIt’s week 3 of the #fpabacktoschool CHALLENGE! This week Is all about monochrome! If you think of black and white images when you think about monochrome, this is just one kind. Monochrome images feature different tones of the same colour, so it could be a range of reds, pinks, greens, blues, etc. the key is focusing on JUST one colour.To enter the challenge:1) post your monochrome image between 15th - 21st September.2) use the hashtag #fpabacktoschool and Tag @foodphotographyacademy Winner will be announced here next Thursday!....#learnfoodphotography #foodphotographyacademy #heresmyfood #foodfluffer #foodphotographylighting #foodstagram #marthafood #foodstylingandphotography
Editing Book Videos PART 2 | BOOK VLOG Lauren Short 2022-09-11 | PRE-ORDER MY BOOK "The Complete Guide to Food Photography": foodphotographyacademy.co/food-photography-bookIn today's video I'm editing the workshops I filmed in London with @TommyReynolds89 and @IzyHossack!
Food Photography Challenge WEEK 2 | #FPABackToSchool Lauren Short 2022-09-07 | PRE ORDER MY BOOK: foodphotographyacademy.co/food-photography-bookIt’s week 2 of the challenge! This week we’re talking all about ACTION!Action is a great way to add flair to the story in your images. Whether you’re capturing a frozen splash shot, or a fluid motion blur action, action is just fun!To enter:1) post your action shot and tag @foodphotographyacademy AND use the hashtag #fpabacktoschool2) follow @foodphotographyacademy and @lauren.c.short I can’t wait to see your entries!#foodphotographyacademy #learnfoodphotography #foodphotographylighting #actionshots #foodstagram #heresmyfood #foodfluffer
Food Photography Challenge WEEK 1 | #FPABackToSchool Lauren Short 2022-09-01 | PRE ORDER MY BOOK! foodphotographyacademy.co/food-photography-bookIt’s Week 1 of the #FPABackToSchool challenge!! I’m running this challenge the whole month of September to celebrate the launch of my new book “the complete guide to food photography” link in bio to pre-order!This week we’re talking all about drinks! We want your most creative, beautiful drink photos. Here’s how to enter:1. Follow @foodphotographyacademy and @lauren.c.short 2. Post your drink photo with the hashtag #fpabacktoschool between 1st-7th SeptemberWe’ll announce this weeks winner next Wednesday, along with the instructions for next weeks challenge!Ps. After the challenge we’ll pick an overall winner for the month, who will receive a copy of my new book, the complete guide to food photography!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉#learnfoodphotography #foodphotographyacademy #drinkphogography #cocktailphotography #lightyourfood #hardlightfoodphotography #lightroomtutorial #lightroomphotography #heresmyfood #foodstyling #foodstylingandphotography #timeforadrink #imbibegram #foodiefeature #foodfluffer #foodieflatlay
Filming the Case Studies for my Book PART 1 | BOOK VLOG Lauren Short 2022-08-24 | PRE-ORDER my Book now! The Complete Guide To Food Photography - coming September 27th 2022: foodphotographyacademy.co/food-photography-bookI travelled to the UK to film 8 case study videos for my book with @TommyReynolds89 and @IzyHossack. Not only did we have a BLAST, but the videos came out SO well! I can't wait for you to see them!
Choosing my BOOK COVER IMAGE | Book Vlog Lauren Short 2022-08-10 | PRE-ORDER MY BOOK: foodphotographyacademy.co/food-photography-bookBefore we settled on the final cover, we went through quite a lot of options for the complete guide to food photography. Join me as I take you through all the options!
The BEST continuous light for Food Photography? SIRUI C60 COB Review Lauren Short 2022-06-23 | In today's video, we're reviewing a new continuous LED light from Sirui, which is just $199! I'm putting this light through it's paces in a food photography video and photo shoot!Check out the new Sirui Lights here: indiegogo.com/projects/sirui-60w-led-light-30w-led-panel-light/x/25498811In this video:00:00 Intro.00:37 What's the best LED continuous light to get for food photography?01:22 The details of the Sirui C60 Continuous LED Light.02:27 Showing the app.04:02 First impressions.05:36 Using the light on a shoot!08:08 My thoughts on this continuous light!11:32 Thank you for watching.11:48 Final video.PRE-ORDER my Book: foodphotographyacademy.co/food-photography-book#foodphotography #continuouslight #artificiallight
Writing my Book Outline | BOOK VLOG Lauren Short 2022-06-02 | Pre Order my book now! Releasing August 30th 2022Amazon US: amzn.to/39PJCj6Amazon UK: amzn.to/3LKfNh8Book Depository (worldwide free shipping): bookdepository.com/The-Complete-Guide-to-Food-Photography/9781681988153Other pre-order places: foodphotographyacademy.co/food-photography-bookJoin me in this vlog series as I take you behind the scenes of what it's really like to write a book. Today's vlog is all about the beginning phase of coordinating with my publisher (Rocky Nook), writing the book outline and signing the contract! After this... it's go time.
The secrets out... BOOK ANNOUNCEMENT Lauren Short 2022-05-18 | PRE-ORDER MY BOOK:US: amzn.to/3wwVbDvUK: amzn.to/3sFXaoaCanada: amzn.to/3wy7m39Australia: amzn.to/3FT33DFGlobal: bookdepository.com/Complete-Guide-Food-Photography-Lauren-Caris-Short/9781681988153?ref=grid-view&qid=1652712918040&sr=1-1Full list of places to order: foodphotographyacademy.co/food-photography-book(If you don't see somewhere near you to order, just google and you should find somewhere)Thank you SO much for your support in making this happen, I hope you love the book and get so much value from it!In this Video0:00 Introduction0:18 Where I've been1:15 The BIG Announcement5:50 Pre-Order the Book#foodphotographybook #foodphotographyacademy
Essential RAW File Backup & Storage Workflow Lauren Short 2022-02-28 | Today we're finishing off the food photography foundations series with a lesson all about creating an efficient backup and storage system to keep your RAW files safe and sound.Equipment mentioned:Lacie external harddrive: amzn.to/3poI3O3SD Cards 128gb: amzn.to/3hmbTP1iDrive (my personal cloud backup): idrive.com/p=shortmediaBackblaze: backblaze.comAWS: aws.amazon.comIn this video:00:00 Intro.01:26 The equipment you need for backup and storage. 01:59 The 3-2-1 Backup Principle. 02:32 The workflow. 03:50 Cloud backup. 04:43 Outro.MY GEAR My Camera - amzn.to/2L3y7H4 My 16-35mm Lens: amzn.to/3mmvPmB My 55mm Lens: amzn.to/2N5qu03 My 90mm Macro Lens: amzn.to/2Jgv2y8 My Tripod: http://amzn.to/2t4PR9B Follow Me!Instagram: instagram.com/lauren.c.short Facebook: facebook.com/foodphotographyacademy Website: foodphotographyacademy.co Some of the above links are affiliate links which means if you click them and then make a purchase, I may receive a commission, at no extra cost to you! Thank you for supporting Food Photography Academy!#FoodPhotography #FoodPhotographyAcademy #FoundationsSeries
Are you shooting in RAW? Lauren Short 2022-02-09 | Welcome to Part 2 of the food photography foundations series! Today we're talking allll about RAW format, what it is, and why it's ESSENTIAL for your food photography!JOIN Food Photography Academy! members.foodphotographyacademy.coIn this video:00:00 Intro. 00:41 What is RAW? 02:08 Benefits of using RAW for food photography. 05:08 Outro.MY GEAR My Camera - amzn.to/2L3y7H4 My 16-35mm Lens: amzn.to/3mmvPmB My 55mm Lens: amzn.to/2N5qu03 My 90mm Macro Lens: amzn.to/2Jgv2y8 My Tripod: http://amzn.to/2t4PR9B Follow Me!Instagram: instagram.com/lauren.c.short Facebook: facebook.com/foodphotographyacademy Website: foodphotographyacademy.co Some of the above links are affiliate links which means if you click them and then make a purchase, I may receive a commission, at no extra cost to you! Thank you for supporting Food Photography Academy!#FoodPhotography #FoodPhotographyAcademy #FoundationsSeries
What do you NEED to start with Food Photography? Lauren Short 2022-01-26 | Welcome to the first video of 2022! In today's video we're starting with a foundations series. In part one, we'll be talking all about what you need to get started.Join Food Photography Academy here: foodphotographyacademy.co/join-the-academyBenQ Screenbar Plus: benq.com/en-us/lamps/computer-desklamp/screenbar-plus.htmlIn this Video:00:00 Intro. 00:23 Channel updates! 01:40 BenQ ScreenBar Plus 03:55 A distraction free workspace. 04:41 Let in the natural light. 05:16 The camera. 06:56 Choosing lenses. 07:29 Backdrops. 08:37 Props. 10:58 Invest in yourself.MY GEAR My Camera - amzn.to/2L3y7H4 My 16-35mm Lens: amzn.to/3mmvPmB My 55mm Lens: amzn.to/2N5qu03 My 90mm Macro Lens: amzn.to/2Jgv2y8 My Tripod: http://amzn.to/2t4PR9B Follow Me: Instagram: instagram.com/lauren.c.short Facebook: facebook.com/foodphotographyacademy Website: foodphotographyacademy.co Some of the above links are affiliate links which means if you click them and then make a purchase, I may receive a commission, at no extra cost to you! Thank you for supporting Food Photography Academy!#FoodPhotography #FoodPhotographyAcademy #FoundationsSeries
How to Save Photos for Instagram and Other Social Media in 2022 Lauren Short 2021-12-15 | As a photographer you really need to be aware of the best way to save photos for Instagram. After all, you've spent so long creating that beautiful work, you need to share it!Download my free Web Optimization checklist: foodphotographyacademy.co/food-photography-web-optimization-checklistIn this Video;00:00 Intro. 00:33 Crop ratio. 01:58 Image size. 02:48 Compression. 04:12 Tips for video. 04:36 Outro.Read the full post: foodphotographyacademy.co/blog/optimizing-food-photos-for-webMY GEAR My Camera - amzn.to/2L3y7H4 My 16-35mm Lens: amzn.to/3mmvPmB My 55mm Lens: amzn.to/2N5qu03 My 90mm Macro Lens: amzn.to/2Jgv2y8 My Tripod: http://amzn.to/2t4PR9B Follow Me: Instagram: instagram.com/lauren.c.short Facebook: facebook.com/foodphotographyacademy Website: foodphotographyacademy.co Some of the above links are affiliate links which means if you click them and then make a purchase, I may receive a commission, at no extra cost to you! Thank you for supporting Food Photography Academy!#FoodPhotography #Instagram #Exporting
How to use LEADING LINES in Food Photography Lauren Short 2021-11-24 | In this video I want to talk about how to compose photos with leading lines. You’ve probably heard of leading lines photography before, and even if you haven’t, you will undoubtedly have seen many examples of leading lines in photos – but perhaps without knowing that this was a specific composition method.Download your FREE Composition kit here: foodphotographyacademy.co/free-food-photography-composition-kitIn this Video:00:00 Intro. 00:48 What are leading lines in photography? 01:27 Leading lines in photography examples. 02:43 Using leading lines in food photography. 03:29 Using props for leading lines. 06:02 Tips for creating better leading line compositions. 08:03 Outro.Read the full blog post here: foodphotographyacademy.co/blog/leading-lines-composition-tutorial-how-to-use-leading-lines-in-food-photographyMY GEAR My Camera - amzn.to/2L3y7H4 My 16-35mm Lens: amzn.to/3mmvPmB My 55mm Lens: amzn.to/2N5qu03 My 90mm Macro Lens: amzn.to/2Jgv2y8 My Tripod: http://amzn.to/2t4PR9B Follow Me: Instagram: instagram.com/lauren.c.short Facebook: facebook.com/foodphotographyacademy Website: foodphotographyacademy.co Some of the above links are affiliate links which means if you click them and then make a purchase, I may receive a commission, at no extra cost to you! Thank you for supporting Food Photography Academy!#FoodPhotographyComposition #LeadingLines
6 BROWN Food Photography Tips Lauren Short 2021-11-12 | In this video I run through my six favourite tricks for transforming baked goods and other brown foods from dreary-looking disasters to moreish delicacies in no time. Get your FREE Food Styling Kit: foodphotographyacademy.co/top-food-styling-tipsIn This Video:00:00 Intro. 00:22 About brown food photography. 01:49 Tip 1: Concentrate on texture. 02:38 Tip #2: Create Depth With Layering 04:11 Tip #3: Specular Highlights 05:15 Tip #4: Perspective 06:00 Tip #5: Complementary Colors 07:21 Tip #6: Monochrome 07:58 Outro.Read the full blog post here: foodphotographyacademy.co/blog/brown-food-photographyMY GEAR My Camera - amzn.to/2L3y7H4 My 16-35mm Lens: amzn.to/3mmvPmB My 55mm Lens: amzn.to/2N5qu03 My 90mm Macro Lens: amzn.to/2Jgv2y8 My Tripod: http://amzn.to/2t4PR9B Follow Me: Instagram: instagram.com/lauren.c.short Facebook: facebook.com/foodphotographyacademy Website: foodphotographyacademy.co Some of the above links are affiliate links which means if you click them and then make a purchase, I may receive a commission, at no extra cost to you! Thank you for supporting Food Photography Academy!#BrownFood #FoodStyling #FoodPhotography
LIGHTROOM Color Grading for Food Photographers Lauren Short 2021-10-13 | The Color Grading panel in Lightroom offers a powerful set of tools for tweaking the color balance of your images to perfection. But if you’re unfamiliar with the concept of split toning, getting to grips with the numerous Lightroom Color Grading features can seem like a daunting task. Get your FREE Lightroom Hotkeys Guide: foodphotographyacademy.co/lightroom-hotkeys-guide-for-food-photographersIn this Video:00:00 Intro.00:37 How color grading works.06:05 Mastering the Lightroom Color Grade panel.09:15 Giving a photo the film aesthetic.12:32 Outro.Read the full blog post here: foodphotographyacademy.co/blog/lightroom-color-grading-an-in-depth-guide-for-food-photographersMY GEAR My Camera - amzn.to/2L3y7H4 My 16-35mm Lens: amzn.to/3mmvPmB My 55mm Lens: amzn.to/2N5qu03 My 90mm Macro Lens: amzn.to/2Jgv2y8 My Tripod: http://amzn.to/2t4PR9B Follow Me: Instagram: instagram.com/lauren.c.short Facebook: facebook.com/foodphotographyacademy Website: foodphotographyacademy.co Some of the above links are affiliate links which means if you click them and then make a purchase, I may receive a commission, at no extra cost to you! Thank you for supporting Food Photography Academy!#LightroomClassic #ColorGrading #FoodPhotography
ONE light FIVE ways for FOOD PHOTOGRAPHY Lauren Short 2021-09-15 | The first 1,000 people to use this link will get a 1 month free trial of Skillshare: https://skl.sh/laurenshort09211In this video I'll be showing you how you can completely change the look of one light by using five different modifiers!In this video:00:00 Intro. 00:18 The modifier is the key.00:46 Modifier 1 - Octagonal 120cm.02:10 Modifier 2 - No modifier.04:46 Modifier 3 - Large scrim.06:44 Sponsored by Skillshare08:07 Modifier 4 - Strip softbox. 10:22 Modifier 5 - The snoot. 12:05 Outro.Read the full blog post here: foodphotographyacademy.co/blog/one-light-photography-five-awesome-ways-to-shoot-foodMY GEAR My Camera - amzn.to/2L3y7H4 My 16-35mm Lens: amzn.to/3mmvPmB My 55mm Lens: amzn.to/2N5qu03 My 90mm Macro Lens: amzn.to/2Jgv2y8 My Tripod: http://amzn.to/2t4PR9B Follow Me: Instagram: instagram.com/lauren.c.short Facebook: facebook.com/foodphotographyacademy Website: foodphotographyacademy.co Thank you to Skillshare for sponsoring today's video!Some of the above links are affiliate links which means if you click them and then make a purchase, I may receive a commission, at no extra cost to you! Thank you for supporting Food Photography Academy!
How To Photograph and Style Flying Food Images Lauren Short 2021-09-01 | The flying food image trend is taking over the food photography market. From levitating burgers to suspended veggies to exploding packs of crisps — the list is endless! But how are these exciting images created? Chapters00:00 Intro. 00:17 Before shooting. 01:09 Lighting flying food.01:52 Element placement.02:44 The setup.09:06 Photographing the splash.11:04 Compositing the photos.13:54 The final image.15:59 Outro.Read the full blog post here: foodphotographyacademy.co/blog/food-styling-a-flying-food-photoMY GEAR My Camera - amzn.to/2L3y7H4 My 16-35mm Lens: amzn.to/3mmvPmB My 55mm Lens: amzn.to/2N5qu03 My 90mm Macro Lens: amzn.to/2Jgv2y8 My Tripod: http://amzn.to/2t4PR9B Follow Me: Instagram: instagram.com/lauren.c.short Facebook: facebook.com/foodphotographyacademy Website: foodphotographyacademy.co Some of the above links are affiliate links which means if you click them and then make a purchase, I may receive a commission, at no extra cost to you! Thank you for supporting Food Photography Academy!
How to use a HISTOGRAM in food photography Lauren Short 2021-08-18 | The first 1,000 people to use this link will get a 1 month free trial of Skillshare: https://skl.sh/laurenshort08211In this video, you will learn what histograms are, how they are generated, how to use them to check exposure, and tips for avoiding exposure clipping.Chapters00:00 Intro.00:32 What is a histogram?01:28 Reading the histogram.01:59 What should the histogram look like?02:20 Clipped pixels.03:26 This video is sponsored by Skillshare.05:23 The setup.06:26 Using Capture One to control the exposure.10:34 Dark and moody shoot.14:45 Comparing the two photos and outro.Read the full blog post here: foodphotographyacademy.co/blog/histogram-food-photographySign up for our FREE manual mode course - foodphotographyacademy.co/manual-mode-essentialsMY GEAR My Camera - amzn.to/2L3y7H4 My 16-35mm Lens: amzn.to/3mmvPmB My 55mm Lens: amzn.to/2N5qu03 My 90mm Macro Lens: amzn.to/2Jgv2y8 My Tripod: http://amzn.to/2t4PR9B Follow Me: Instagram: instagram.com/lauren.c.short Facebook: facebook.com/foodphotographyacademy Website: foodphotographyacademy.co Some of the above links are affiliate links which means if you click them and then make a purchase, I may receive a commission, at no extra cost to you! Thank you for supporting Food Photography Academy!Thank you to Skillshare for sponsoring today's video!
Using a GOBO for Creative Food Photography LIGHTING Lauren Short 2021-08-04 | Download my free continuous light gear list: foodphotographyacademy.co/artificial-light-gear-listIn today's video, I'll walk you through how to make a simple, but effective GOBO at home to create the look of dappled sunshine on a summer's day!In this video:0:00 Intro.0:58 Introducing the GOBO.1:59 Shadow hardness GOBOs.2:51 The setup.4:18 Adding the GOBO to the scene.5:34 Plating and styling.7:47 Perfecting the GOBO position.8:32 Adjusting camera exposure.9:30 The final image.9:39 Outro.Read the full post here: foodphotographyacademy.co/blog/diy-gobo-lighting-ideas-for-food-photographyMY GEAR My Camera - amzn.to/2L3y7H4 My 16-35mm Lens: amzn.to/3mmvPmB My 55mm Lens: amzn.to/2N5qu03 My 90mm Macro Lens: amzn.to/2Jgv2y8 My Tripod: http://amzn.to/2t4PR9B Follow Me: Instagram: instagram.com/lauren.c.short Facebook: facebook.com/foodphotographyacademy Website: foodphotographyacademy.co Some of the above links are affiliate links which means if you click them and then make a purchase, I may receive a commission, at no extra cost to you! Thank you for supporting Food Photography Academy!
