I learned most of these tips from my fantastic friend Quinn’s segment on Studio 5. She is a food photog genius and does classes that I would highly recommend. These photo tips are for the super beginner and can be done with the $99 point and shoot model.
Photography Tips for Food or Crafts
- Place the object just outside natural light. This will give it good light without the harshness of direct sun.
- Use the timer on your camera to avoid shaking while taking the picture.
- Look for helpful items in unexpected places. I found this mini tripod on the right at Dollar Tree. It is small enough to fit in a purse as it only extends to about 6 or 7 inches tall, but works wonders for keeping pictures still so they aren’t blurry.
- If you don’t have a tripod, place the camera on a box with a bag of rice or beans on top to keep it steady. (I love this tip and used it regularly with 3 boxes of rice-a-roni topped with a bag of pinto beans before I found my tripod.)
- Use a reflector to brighten dark areas. Quinn suggests a silver car window screen or tin foil scrunched up for those who don’t have a reflector. I brought home on of the cardboard lids with the shiny side from Cafe Rio to try out as a reflector.
- Don’t be afraid to get close.
- Try out different settings on your camera and lots of different angles.
I hope these tips help you as they have helped me!
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The King's says
I have the same little tripod from Dollar Tree! I love it. I actually bought 3 so I’d have one just about everywhere 🙂
Scrappy Gifts says
Great tips! I’ll have to see if they sell those tripods at my Dollar Store.
Jennifer says
Great tips…I need to look for a tripod!
Tasha says
Wow what a great dollar store find! Thanks for the tips!
Steph says
Quinn is s genius. And well… so are you my crafty goddess.
:Deliciously Healthy says
Thanks for the tips!
the thrifty ba says
love your blog and wanted to let you know that i gave you a very important award at mine!
MsJay says
This was a nice handy tips. I didn’t even know the legs extended. LOL! Thanks so much for the tips.