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DIY Food Photography: Capturing Food In Your Kitchen

Capture stunning food photos with any camera in our food photography course. Enroll now and make your culinary creations shine! Read more.

5.0( 7 REVIEWS )
792 STUDENTS
57m
Course Skill Level
Beginner
Time Estimate
57m

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About This Course

Unlock the secrets to stunning food photography with DIY Food Photography, the ultimate food photography course designed to help you capture professional-quality photos of your culinary creations.

Each lesson is crafted by experienced food photographers, providing hands-on, practical techniques you can use with resources already in your home. From setting up the shot to editing the final image, we guide you through every step of the process to ensure your success.

Whether you’re a food blogger, aspiring chef, or a passionate foodie looking to enhance your Instagram feed, this course gives you the tools to create eye-catching, mouth-watering images that stand out.

What You Will Learn:

  • Choose the Ideal Location: Learn how lighting and background impact your shots and how to make the most of your space.
  • Master Food Styling: Prepare and style your dishes and surroundings for the best visual appeal.
  • Budget-Friendly Lighting Tips: Use affordable tools like a white sheet and $1 poster board to achieve professional lighting.
  • Optimize Camera Settings: Understand how to use any camera—smartphone or DSLR—to its fullest potential.
  • Compose Like a Pro: Learn four essential shot types to capture all the best angles.
  • Edit with Precision: Enhance your photos with editing tools that bring out the vibrant colors and textures of your dishes.
  • Tell a Visual Story: Create compelling narratives through your food photography.

Our food photography course is designed to be accessible, whether you’re a beginner or already have some photography experience. Using tried-and-true methods, we help you unlock your creativity and take your food photos to the next level.

Why Learn With Us?

This course is led by food photography experts with years of experience capturing culinary masterpieces for blogs, social media, and professional portfolios. Their proven techniques and insights are shared in a clear, actionable format to help you achieve impressive results from day one.

We’ve designed this course to ensure you gain practical skills you can implement immediately—no expensive equipment or prior experience required. You’ll also gain access to behind-the-scenes walkthroughs of five food and drink photography setups to inspire your journey.

Ready to take control of your education? Enroll in my courses and learn at your own pace.

Our Promise to You
At DIY Food Photography, we prioritize your learning and satisfaction. By the end of this course, you’ll have gained the confidence and skills to create food photos that are not only visually appealing but also reflect your personal style.

10 Day Money Back Guarantee. If you are unsatisfied for any reason, simply contact us and we’ll give you a full refund. No questions asked.

Ready to Start? Join thousands of food enthusiasts who’ve transformed their photography skills. Enroll in this food photography course today and discover how to create images that make your food look as good as it tastes!

Course Curriculum

Section 1 - Dive In To Food Photography
Course Introduction 00:00:00
Choose A Location 00:00:00
Design Your Food And Setting 00:00:00
Light Your Food 00:00:00
Camera Options: Smartphone Vs. Fancy Camera 00:00:00
iPhone vs. Mirrorless Camera 00:00:00
Camera Settings (For People With Cameras That Can Control Manual Settings) 00:00:00
Compose Your Shots 00:00:00
Edit Your Photos 00:00:00
Exercise: Photograph Your Next Meal 00:00:00
Section 2 - Food Photography Demonstrations
Practice: Cereal 00:00:00
Practice: Morning Coffee 00:00:00
Practice: Key Lime Tart 00:00:00
Practice: Tomato Soup 00:00:00
Practice: Beer 00:00:00
Section 3 - Conclusion
Thank You! 00:00:00

About This Course

Unlock the secrets to stunning food photography with DIY Food Photography, the ultimate food photography course designed to help you capture professional-quality photos of your culinary creations.

Each lesson is crafted by experienced food photographers, providing hands-on, practical techniques you can use with resources already in your home. From setting up the shot to editing the final image, we guide you through every step of the process to ensure your success.

Whether you’re a food blogger, aspiring chef, or a passionate foodie looking to enhance your Instagram feed, this course gives you the tools to create eye-catching, mouth-watering images that stand out.

What You Will Learn:

  • Choose the Ideal Location: Learn how lighting and background impact your shots and how to make the most of your space.
  • Master Food Styling: Prepare and style your dishes and surroundings for the best visual appeal.
  • Budget-Friendly Lighting Tips: Use affordable tools like a white sheet and $1 poster board to achieve professional lighting.
  • Optimize Camera Settings: Understand how to use any camera—smartphone or DSLR—to its fullest potential.
  • Compose Like a Pro: Learn four essential shot types to capture all the best angles.
  • Edit with Precision: Enhance your photos with editing tools that bring out the vibrant colors and textures of your dishes.
  • Tell a Visual Story: Create compelling narratives through your food photography.

Our food photography course is designed to be accessible, whether you’re a beginner or already have some photography experience. Using tried-and-true methods, we help you unlock your creativity and take your food photos to the next level.

Why Learn With Us?

This course is led by food photography experts with years of experience capturing culinary masterpieces for blogs, social media, and professional portfolios. Their proven techniques and insights are shared in a clear, actionable format to help you achieve impressive results from day one.

We’ve designed this course to ensure you gain practical skills you can implement immediately—no expensive equipment or prior experience required. You’ll also gain access to behind-the-scenes walkthroughs of five food and drink photography setups to inspire your journey.

Ready to take control of your education? Enroll in my courses and learn at your own pace.

Our Promise to You
At DIY Food Photography, we prioritize your learning and satisfaction. By the end of this course, you’ll have gained the confidence and skills to create food photos that are not only visually appealing but also reflect your personal style.

10 Day Money Back Guarantee. If you are unsatisfied for any reason, simply contact us and we’ll give you a full refund. No questions asked.

Ready to Start? Join thousands of food enthusiasts who’ve transformed their photography skills. Enroll in this food photography course today and discover how to create images that make your food look as good as it tastes!

Course Curriculum

Section 1 - Dive In To Food Photography
Course Introduction 00:00:00
Choose A Location 00:00:00
Design Your Food And Setting 00:00:00
Light Your Food 00:00:00
Camera Options: Smartphone Vs. Fancy Camera 00:00:00
iPhone vs. Mirrorless Camera 00:00:00
Camera Settings (For People With Cameras That Can Control Manual Settings) 00:00:00
Compose Your Shots 00:00:00
Edit Your Photos 00:00:00
Exercise: Photograph Your Next Meal 00:00:00
Section 2 - Food Photography Demonstrations
Practice: Cereal 00:00:00
Practice: Morning Coffee 00:00:00
Practice: Key Lime Tart 00:00:00
Practice: Tomato Soup 00:00:00
Practice: Beer 00:00:00
Section 3 - Conclusion
Thank You! 00:00:00

Course Review

5.0

5.0
7 Ratings
  1. SkillSuccess

    DIY Food Photography: Capturing Food In Your Kitchen

    5.0

    Great Intro Class for Food Photography.

  2. SkillSuccess
    Stephanie Donahue October 1, 2016 at 13:12 PM

    Great for beginners

    5.0

    I am new to photographing food and took this course for my Instagram photos. I like how he brought up suggestions for Instagram and okayed the use of an iPhone for great pictures as well. I like the examples of how to use the light and different arrangements for excellent photos and that in the end, it is based on your personal taste.

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