Food Photography is very similar to photographing people in a sense that each person has her best side. Considering the variety of food out there, diverse cooking and presentation styles, the final results are endless. This array of unique subjects creates an opportunity for infinite camera angle choices.
What is the best angle? Here are my Top 10 Angles for Food Photography:
Angle 1: Head-on Zen:
Angle 2. From Above:
Angle 3. Lost in Space:
Angle 4. Tilt Towards:
Angle 6. Close up and personal:
Angle 7. Above with Perspective:
Angle 8. Diagonal:
Angle 9. With respect to the Line:
Angle 10. Gentle tilt:
Conclusion:
Try to forget about the rule of thirds and everything you just learned, just move around your subject and really try to see it and when you see it, draw the camera to your eye and start framing. Keep your mind clear, no thinking. When you start getting a warm fuzzy feeling entering through your stomach and spreading to your chest, just push the button.
Angle 11: Can you post a shot with your best angle?