Global Platter - Top 5 Tips for Food Photography Props
by Prem Kumar Digital Marketing SpecialistAre you new to photography? Confused
with ideal prop selection? Looking out for props for photo shoot at home? Keep
reading as we got you sorted out with all these queries with our self-tested
tips and tricks.
In photography, props have the capacity
to either make a picture exceptionally bewitching or might destroy the photo
adversely, and because of this reason there are so many people are afraid to
use them, and the remaining other people absolutely love to use them.
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Personally, I have been at both of
these stages and I think that props are a perfect medium via which one can translate
the abstract messages and make them speak volumes. It simply empowers the
pictures, sets up the entire mood and aesthetic, and adds an exciting element
through which one can reflect their own personality too.
So, out of all my past experience I would
love to summarize it into 5 basic tips related to props for
photography which I feel as extremely necessary or anyone or everyone who does
photography as a passion or profession:
1.
SOBER TO THE
EYES
For beginners, I would suggest to
always invest in easy to use and low cost items such as wallpapers or boards
with neutral textures/shades. Through this, the product will always be enhanced
and remains in focus. The overall theme also remains intact. The neutral tones
are safe to use when you are at a beginner level but as the time passes by and
you find your own niche then you can certainly experiment with the bolder
shades too.
2.
KEEPING IT
SIMPLE
In the beginning it gets tough to
regulate and control the reflection which comes from shining metals as the
light get bounced back when we use them in the frame. So, Invest in matte
finish metals/ objects/ boards. Not only they restrict the reflection while
capturing but results in more muted colors, provides soft velvety texture and
simply gives a vibe of its own. Also, as per my experience I can simply vouch
on the fact that “Minimalism is the new extravaganza”.
3.
DON’T DISTRACT
THE AUDIENCE
Always remember that props are used
only to enhance the picture and set up the mood. They are used for adding into
the scene but are never the main subject of the frame. The true essence of the
picture should never be lost or remain confused.
Let the viewer grasp the photo's message
and the significance of the props.
4.
HUNT THEM DOWN
One pro tip I give to everyone while
they choose their props is that before buying new ones; always recycle those
which are already available in your house. We all have old metallic vintage looking
pieces dumped somewhere in our store rooms. So, must look out for them and try
transforming them in an unconventional way. Also, try visiting the nearby flea
markets and shops for unique and weird pieces available at throw away prices.
5.
DO IT YOURSELF!
There’s nothing more attractive to the
eyes than handmade DIY creations (using contrasting colors of chart papers in
asymmetrical shapes/ using newspapers/ using stoles and scarves/ using plants
and flowers/ painting old diyas). These will be the addition to anyone’s
photography prop list. One might buy boards and articles worth of thousands but
the charm and fascination of a self-created one is always incomparable. They
won’t only be unique but expands your horizons to think out of the box!
Thus, I would say Photography is one such profession which does require investment in tools and equipment like cameras and stands but prop selection is one such task where the photographer can explore and play with. So, never be afraid to use it but use it wisely and creatively.
Global Platter is one of the Food
Stylist and Best food photographer in Delhi and NCR area. She
specializes in Food, Product and Commercial Photography.
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