William Reavell

For those who have been on one of my courses on food photography you know that I explain three basic camera angels to work with; side on, three quarters and overhead. I don't have a preference but the recent cookbo ok I worked allowed me to try the same recipes in two angles. the result? surprisingly I am liking the overhead shots more....!    I think its because the overhead angle seems more "real" less contrived, The food seems to look modern and of the moment. Overhead the composition is more graphic, strong shapes in the arrangement. So does the camera angle control how the food looks or does recipe control the best camera angle? To show how some shots work because of the camera angle have included two more from one angle only that works for me.  This squid and fennel  recipe  is a  good example, three quarters looks lovely, the arrangement is has height and lots of texture...  Shot again overhead it loo...

Had a great time on the recent my workshop day, teaching how to photograph food. Thanks to all those who attended. One of the students wanted to photograph olive oil being poured over a roast vegetable dish. Fantastic! A good opportunity to show how to get a good pouring shot using daylight. Good use of camera controls to get the result wanted. A couple of my favourites shots of the day by the students. My next course on food photography is on the 25th Oct more info at www.foodphotographytraining.com