How To – Pina Colada Food Photography
I have been playing alot with “styling” photos and food. Food photography is so intriguing to me, and lighting is always a battle. I wanted to create a “mood” so, I only lit the scene from right. I bought a Lowel Ego light a few months back, and the lighting has made a huge difference in my photos.
I painted the wood planks myself, to create an interesting back drop. I painted them a few coats of blue-grey, and then went over them with a dry brush with some white paint on it ever so lightly, just to create the contrast in the grain. I love it so much, I’m going to do this in several colors and post a how-to.
Yellow and grey is one of my favorite color combos. I purchased the twine and straws from one of my favorite shops on etsy: In the Clear. The mason jar I had on hand and decided it would be “cooler” than a traditional cup. So, what do you think?
(On Aug 3rd, 2012 at 11:47 am)
I always love your pictures. It’s amazing that you painted wood just to get the colors right. What light source do you use?
(On Aug 3rd, 2012 at 1:37 pm)
Thanks Kevin
I’ve been working on my food photography the last few months. It’s a Lowel Ego. Perfect for table top lighting. It improves indoor shots so well! I want to get another one so I can light from both sides when I need to.
(On Aug 3rd, 2012 at 8:58 am)
Should have known! I use a diy'd ego light. I was going to build another ego light, but decided to DIY a spiderlite because it can be mounted on a tripod and uses 5 bulbs as opposed to two.
I'm still just using some construction paper as a backdrop for now, though. I really prefer the way you set up the shots. Keep up the good work!
(On Aug 3rd, 2012 at 4:31 pm)
I had no idea the ego was so simple in construction until I got it. I never thought about making it on my own! Is it complex to do? A spiderlite does sound better and more controllable. Thanks again.