Food Photography

So its proven again that G is a better photographer. Duh! He is my photography guru, for crying out loud. Two years back if you had asked me for the exif of a photo, I would have said, “What?!”. And when G came into my life, I developed a liking towards photography for he was an excellent amateur photographer. I am glad I developed that interest, because, it is not easy to wait for 30 mins on a hike when he patiently follows an ant or focuses on a fallen leaf. But I learnt a lot on those long waits, patience being one of them :). Here are some of his photos.

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Only after starting this food blog did I realize that food photography is way different than others. It is not very easy to capture a pleasing picture of a dish, its texture and colour, lying in a small plate. Not to mention the feat of food styling and plating. G patiently learnt (food photography was new to him too) and taught me few tricks of the trade like macros, perspective of a shot, lighting, etc to make a picture interesting.

Therefore, I am not quite surprised that you liked his choice. I thank each one of you for letting me know your thoughts. But I still like the daytime shot of the Granita :).

43 comments:

Coffee said...

My eyes are wide open!!!!!!! Very beautiful ..... whats the last pic???

Sig said...

Wow Suganya... those are some amazing shots... G rocks, and you do too... your food photography is out of this world ...

Tee said...

First of all, What beautiful Pictures!!! My husband will love these too...I share a similar story as yours, waiting for my husband while he clicks his pictures. patience is truly a virtue :)

archana said...

They look so so beautiful. I can't take my eyes off them. What is the last picture ?

Roopa said...

wow lovely photos. i admire the patience and time you all take. The watermelon granita looks cool.

Jyothi said...

Hi Suganya! I bookmarked this page. Wonderful pics. Thanks for sharing dear.

bee said...

absolutely breath-taking. thanks for sharing these pics.

Viji said...

Very nice photos Suganya, No doubt that your photos are outstanding with his experience and tips. They are eye catching really. Ya, you need more patience as he said. Thanks for sharing these wonderful snaps. Have a good day Suganya. Viji

Anonymous said...

Nice pics. Its a wonder how everyone reacts to the wonders of Antelope Canyon. (last pic)

musical said...

word: gorgeous!!

sra said...

Really, really, beautiful. My favourite is the sailboat. Is the last picture the inside of a cave or a tree hollow or something?

Santhi said...

Simply awesome !!!

Unknown said...

Very Nice pics, I likes the boat very much.. And the Watermelon granita pics look cool too :)

Sia said...

i just cant take my eyes off the screen... looks like they have come alive...

Anonymous said...

Gorgeous photos, Suganya - looks like your husband should be a pro. How nice you can share that interest together :)

Last photo looks like sunlight coming down into a cave... would love to know where that is.

indosungod said...

Suganya, did not say your picture was not beautiful just that G's was better :) but look forward everyday to see your beautiful photos of food which like you said is a different art. G's pictures are wonderful by the way. Thanks for publishing them.

USHA said...

Wow Suganya...Wonderful...amazing pictures by your DH....Great...

FH said...

He is very good,I must say Suganya!! They are all just gorgeous.
I liked your day time photo as well and the first photo in the dark as well.You are good as well,I always loved your food photography.Hope you give us some tips too!:))
PLLLEEAASSEEE!!!!:D

Susan said...

One more stunning than the next. That gilded sailboat looks like someone's ship is coming in.

DEEPA said...

excellent pics ...i must show them to my hubby after he return from work ....wow!!!!!

Revathi said...

Suganya,
This is just toooo much. Today I had the privilege ( really i mean it ) to browse ur blog completely ( almost there!! )

Its just superb and awesome. The picture quality is very good and the recipes are super simple.

Thanks for trying out the drumstick leaves from my blog...

Sharmi said...

those pics are awesome!! lovely photographs. you too take great pics!!

Suganya said...

Thank you for all your compliments. Will pass them on to G :)

Its ok to say G's photos are better than mine, which is the truth. He is into this for 7 years now, while i am less than a year old. And his photographic eye is so unique that there is always a 'wow' factor. He is truly my 'better' half. So, Indosungod, Asha and Sharmi, thx for consoling me :)

The last picture, as Anonymous (why this anonymity?) has rightly pointed out is Antelope Canyon, Arizona. It is the 'Grand Daddy' of all canyons, which was carved out of underwater currents eons ago. That ray of light enters the canyon for a few minutes everyday, during summer. Photographers from around the world assemble there to take that one particular shot, which is very difficult with tourists everywhere.

Anonymous said...

Really beautiful pics. I like especially the tulip maybe because I love flowers.:)

Suganya said...

Asha, tips on food photography, I can do that. Maybe I will write a post on it. Give me some time though :)

Revathi, It is a privilege for me to have you here. I have always followed your blog and love yr tamilian recipes :) Drumstick stir-fry was a hit in my home. Will make it anyday!

bha said...

beautiful pics indeed....

Manasi said...

BEAUTIFUL pics. pl share some tips n tricks that u and G use!!

Anonymous said...

Wow! I am a fan already! Love the shots. You both make a good photography team.

Cynthia said...

Suganya, G should have a photography blog to showcase his work. That would really be great. His pics are magnificent! They are all art. I partularly like the frames you added to them in the post. I would love to have all 4 blown up and put in various parts of my house. Really great work. Please pass on my compliments to G.

Cynthia said...

Of course you know that I think highly of your food photography skills!

Suganya said...

Thanks Cynthia for yr compliments. G already has a photo blog, but not allowing me to blogroll him. He is not happy with his template and still working on it. Will let you all know once its done.

Padma said...

I have to say those pics are stunning, please compliment G on my behalf. Ohh, that tulip picture looks breathtaking for any flower lover..
Looking forward to see your tips on food photography. I have bookmarked ur blog, thanks for such great pics and super easy recipes..

A, mama of twins said...

I like your daylight one. I am little partial to daylight pictures but his pictures are awesome too!

Wow what a team. What photos and tasty recipes..

Foodie said...

Hey I have visited your blog couple of times but never commented.
But today you compelled me to comment on those pictures. Wow! amazing.Especially the tulips and the sail boat. "G" make it your profession you will give the other photographers a run for their money.
Suganya, your food photography is also one of a kind.
Pintoo

Anonymous said...

Absolutely gorgeous shots!

Mamatha

Prema Sundar said...

Lovely photos Suganya.Both of u are very good photographers. no doubt that all ur pictures look so wonderful.

Vidya said...

those pics are awesome

yes, i agree food photography is dicey

some of my shots tend to look like a culture of e-coli or some equally offensive stuff. nothing can kill focus on a really good dish like a really bad picture!

Anonymous said...

Masha Allah.....U are great that U have a guru at home.....Great go..!! This is the first time I am stepping up in ur blog...and am captured already by ur photos...and G's too..:))

vivek said...

hi bro u r proving that u haven't let me down after learning the art of photography from me and passing it ur better half....just kidding

simply wonderful pics da and oops until now i thought , that G was clicking all the food photography....
Brilliant shots manni.....

marriedtoadesi.com said...

Just Stunning! I love G's pictures.

Kanchana

Kusum said...

very good pictures !

shaliniv said...

hi dear....

for some reason m unable to see the pics.... but i was wanting to ask you how to click good quality snaps?? the way u do... my husband recently gifted me a website by my name, but my pics quality r not up to the mark... hence, i'm unable to post good recipes.. pls help!!! thnksssss

Anonymous said...

simply wonderful pics........

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