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Best Photo Opportunities in Miami

by Mark Bailey
written by Mark Bailey

Miami is a vibrant and colourful city renowned for its stunning beaches, exciting nightlife, and unique culture. For photographers seeking to capture the best of this lively metropolis, many photogenic locations will not disappoint. From iconic landmarks steeped in history to modern hotspots filled with energy, Miami offers something for everyone looking to take memorable photos.

With so much visual beauty to behold, it comes as no surprise that Miami has become a sought-after destination amongst photography aficionados who are sure to leave with beautiful photos they will remember forever. In this article, we explore some of the most impressive photo opportunities available in the Magic City.

Overview of Miami Tourism

Miami, with its sun-soaked beaches and vibrant culture, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. From luxury yacht charters to exclusive nightlife events, Miami has something to offer for everyone. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveller, there are many experiences to be had while visiting this city.

The city is home to some of the best charter yachts in the US, offering visitors an opportunity to explore Florida’s beautiful coastline as well as access its diverse marine life. Chartering a yacht in Miami can provide a unique experience that gives passengers unparalleled views of the city skyline and nearby islands. For those who would prefer to stay on land, there are plenty of activities available including art galleries, festivals and historical sites. With so much to see and do in Miami, it can be hard to choose just one activity – but rest assured that no matter what you decide upon, your visit will be unforgettable!

Popular Tourist Attractions

As a vibrant cosmopolitan city, Miami has plenty of popular tourist attractions to offer. From the beaches and parks to unique cultural experiences, there are lots of activities for visitors. One of the most popular attractions is South Beach in Miami Beach, which features white sand beaches and colourful art deco buildings. Tourists can take advantage of the variety of water sports available or relax on the beach while taking in views of downtown Miami.

The Vizcaya Museum & Gardens is another must-see attraction for tourists visiting Miami. This historic estate was built by industrialist James Deering between 1914 and 1922 and houses an extensive collection of European furnishings as well as 10 acres of Italian Renaissance gardens. Visitors can explore the grounds from sunrise until sunset daily. Additionally, nearby Wynwood Walls offers stunning street art created by some of the world’s top muralists, making it one of the best photo opportunities in Miami.

Miami Beach Boardwalk and Oceanfront Drive

The Miami Beach Boardwalk and Oceanfront Drive offer some of the best photo opportunities in all of Miami. Spanning two-and-a-half miles, it provides a stunning view of the ocean with colourful pastel buildings lining up along its coast. These buildings are iconic landmarks that attract photographers from all over the world to capture their beauty. In addition, this area is also known for having some of the best sunsets in South Florida. Photographers can take advantage of these magnificent natural wonders by capturing shots just before sunset when colours become more vibrant and intense.

This boardwalk offers many activities such as beach volleyball games, jet skiing rentals, boat rides, and more for those looking for an afternoon full of fun. Not only does this provide great photo ops but it gives people plenty to do throughout the day too. The perfect combination makes this one of the top places to visit while in Miami. Plus, taking photos here will give your viewers a sense of belonging and make them feel like they’re partaking in something special as well.

Art Deco District

The Art Deco District in Miami is a vibrant, colourful neighbourhood located between 5th and 15th Streets along Ocean Drive. It has become a popular destination for visitors due to its unique architecture from the 1930s and 1940s. The buildings are characterized by bright pastel colours, nautical motifs, curved walls, and geometric shapes that create an unforgettable atmosphere. Visitors can also find some of the best restaurants, bars, nightclubs, shops, galleries, and hotels within this historic district.

For those looking to take photos of iconic landmarks or simply capture stunning shots of their trip to Miami Beach, the Art Deco District offers plenty of opportunities. From street-level perspectives of eye-catching neon signs to panoramic views from rooftop terraces at any one of the many boutique hotels – the area is filled with photogenic spots ideal for capturing memories that will last a lifetime. With numerous murals around town as well as art installations scattered throughout – it’s no wonder why so many locals and tourists flock to this picturesque corner of South Beach for photo ops.

Wynwood Walls Street Art Murals

Wynwood Walls Street Art Murals are an essential part of Miami’s vibrant art scene. The Wynwood Walls, located in the heart of the city’s emerging arts district, is a collection of outdoor murals that have been commissioned since 2009 by Tony Goldman and his family. The walls feature some of the world’s most renowned street artists, including Shepard Fairey, Kenny Scharf, Barry McGee, Swoon and many more. It has become one of Miami’s top ten tourist attractions due to its ever-changing array of colourful paintings and graffiti pieces.

Visitors can explore various vibrant alleyways filled with bold artwork while capturing stunning photos for their Instagram feed or portfolio. From abstract shapes to large-scale designs to inspirational quotes – there is something for everyone at the Wynwood Walls. Whether you’re looking for photo opportunities or just want to appreciate contemporary public art, this is definitely the place to be!

Venetian Pool Coral Gables

Another great photo opportunity in Miami is the Venetian Pool Coral Gables. Located near downtown, this historic pool was created from an old coral rock quarry and offers spectacular views of lush greenery and crystal-clear water. It is one of only two public pools listed on the National Register of Historic Places in the US.

The Venetian Pool has been featured in many movies, making it a popular spot to take pictures with friends or family. The stunning scenery provides plenty of opportunities to capture amazing moments and memories. For those looking for something different than traditional beach shots, the Venetian Pool is definitely worth visiting!

Little Havana Neighbourhood

Little Havana is arguably one of the best places for photo opportunities in Miami. Located near downtown, it’s a vibrant and lively neighbourhood that showcases Cuban culture with its colourful buildings, streetscapes, restaurants and shops. Visitors will find plenty of interesting scenes to capture while exploring this unique area – from art galleries featuring local works to iconic cigar factories dating back decades. Additionally, Little Havana hosts numerous festivals throughout the year honouring Cuban heritage and traditions such as Calle Ocho Festival or Viernes Culturales (Cultural Fridays).

These events bring together hundreds of people who come to listen to live music, watch traditional performances and enjoy delicious foods like empanadas and arroz con pollo (rice with chicken). Whether you’re looking for an authentic cultural experience or just want to take some beautiful photos, Little Havana has something for everyone. Its contagious energy can be felt as soon as you walk into the district – making it an ideal place for visitors seeking a truly memorable experience.

Vizcaya Museum and Gardens

Little Havana’s vibrant culture, colourful art and bustling environment offer a unique experience to Miami visitors. However, those looking for a different type of photo opportunity may enjoy the Vizcaya Museum and Gardens. Located on Biscayne Bay in Florida’s Coconut Grove neighbourhood, this Italian Renaissance-style villa was built between 1914 and 1922 by industrialist James Deering as his winter residence. Now considered one of America’s most beautiful historical homes, it is filled with antiques from Europe, Asia and the Americas along with 16 acres of formal gardens featuring sculpted hedges, fountains and statues. The majestic home offers visitors stunning views of the bay while its lush gardens are perfect for capturing many memorable photos. Coupled with its nearby shoreline setting, Vizcaya provides an ideal backdrop for taking pictures that will make any social media post stand out.

Freedom Tower

The Freedom Tower in Miami is a must-see for any traveller. Constructed in 1925 and modelled after the Giralda, it stands as one of America’s most iconic monuments to freedom. Its 2555-foot height gives visitors stunning views of the cityscape below. It also serves as an important symbol of Cuban culture, representing both Cuba’s independence from Spain and its current struggle for democracy. The ornate architecture features intricate details such as carved stone lions at the base, which makes it perfect for capturing stunning photos.

At night, the illuminated tower shines brightly over downtown Miami and offers even more compelling photographic opportunities that will make your pictures stand out from the crowd. Whether you want to capture a moment of reflection or just enjoy a beautiful view, visiting this landmark should be on everyone’s bucket list when they come to Miami.

Jungle Island Zoological Park

Jungle Island Zoological Park is a great place for photo opportunities in Miami. Located on Watson Island, it offers views of the downtown skyline and Biscayne Bay from its lush tropical gardens. It has been home to many exotic animals since its opening in 1936. Visitors can get up close with some of these animals during daily shows and interactives such as feeding parrots, petting lizards, holding baby alligators and more. There are also plenty of chances to take photos with macaws, flamingos, lemurs and other creatures that inhabit the park’s grounds.

For those interested in photographing wildlife, Jungle Island provides several walking trails where guests can observe birds, reptiles and amphibians in their natural habitats. Additionally, there is an aviary full of free-flying birds which makes for beautiful scenic shots. Whether you’re looking for portrait-quality photographs or snapshots of extraordinary moments among nature’s finest creatures, Jungle Island is sure to offer something special for photographers of all levels.

Everglades Airboat Tours

Everglades Airboat Tours offers visitors a chance to view the beauty of Everglades National Park, which is considered one of America’s most diverse ecosystems. This tour gives tourists a unique opportunity to see alligators in their natural habitat and observe other wildlife such as turtles, snakes, birds, and fish. Whether it’s an airboat ride through mangroves or kayaking along the Florida coastline, there are plenty of ways for people to experience Miami from a different perspective:

Take a guided airboat tour – A guided airboat tour provides visitors with access to some of the lesser-visited areas of the park. The boats travel at speeds up to 25 miles per hour giving guests an exciting thrill ride while exploring this unique ecosystem.

Go on a nature hike– Hiking trails provide another great way for visitors to explore the area and get close to nature without getting wet! Trails vary in difficulty but many have boardwalks so that even those with mobility issues can enjoy these scenic hikes.

Have lunch among wild animals – One popular activity is having lunch alongside wild animals while visiting Everglades National Park. There are numerous restaurants located near or within the park where guests can relax and take in the stunning views while enjoying local cuisine.

The combination of outdoor activities makes Everglades Airboat Tours ideal for families looking for adventure and incredible sights; couples searching for romance; friends who want to bond over unforgettable experiences; groups seeking team-building exercises; teachers looking for educational field trips; photographers trying out new angles; and nature lovers wanting to reconnect with Mother Earth.

Key Biscayne Beaches and Parks

Key Biscayne is home to a wealth of beaches and parks offering stunning views, vibrant wildlife, and plenty of opportunities for beautiful photos. Crandon Park Beach is an idyllic spot with white sand and crystal-clear waters that stretch out towards the horizon. Behind it lies a nature preserve where visitors can observe herons wading in shallow lagoons or catch glimpses of manatees swimming nearby. Meanwhile at Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park, visitors will find wonderful vistas of the Miami skyline amidst lush vegetation.

A lighthouse built in 1825 stands tall as a reminder of Key Biscayne’s rich history. The beach here is even more tranquil than other spots on the island, making it ideal for taking picturesque shots of sunsets over the Atlantic Ocean. For those interested in capturing something unique, there are also numerous fishing piers scattered around Key Biscayne which offer great photo ops featuring colourful boats bobbing up and down against the backdrop of blue sky and sea.

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Chris Giles: St Enodoc Church, Daymer Bay And A Yurt

by Mark Bailey
written by Mark Bailey

Certain parts of the UK have a special hold on my heart and Cornwall is one such place.

When my age could be counted in single digits Cornwall was a source of family holidays, tricking the Space Invaders machine to accept 2p’s at holiday camps in Camelford, pretending to be a rock climber in Tintagel and discovering jellyfish on Polzeath beach are moments that still hold a certain magic and nostalgia for me.

Yet, despite this I’ve not been back to Cornwall since, at least not until Domi and Phil booked me for their wedding at St Enodoc Church in Trebetherick. From that moment I had been counting down the day to my return…

Their wedding started unusually with the boys surfing at Polzeath beach while Dominique got ready at her parents in Rock.

St Enodoc church is honestly the most beautifully located church I’ve ever shot at. The view of St Enodoc aligns perfectly with the Jurassic Cornish coastline that leads to Daymer Bay.

After the ceremony we headed back to Domi’s parents for a reception in a Yurt where the September sun kept us warm. The speeches took place outside followed by a Conga to the beach.

The evening continued and I stayed until the late hours where all the fun continued until close.

 

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A Winkworth Farm Wedding By Chris Giles

by Mark Bailey
written by Mark Bailey

Welcome to Amy and Karl’s wedding at Winkworth Farm in Malmesbury.

Amy got ready at the family home just a few minutes away from All Saints Church in Garsdon. It’s in the middle of the countryside with fields all around and Amy’s father and Karl renewed the driveway leading up to the church especially for the wedding. It really made it stand out, like a new church!

In this case though, you know you’re on good ground when the vicar is walking around with a selfie stick taking their own photos.

Amy and Karl’s wedding was at the end of May and looking at the weather outside right now (I’m typing this in June) anyone getting married in late April and May made a smart move! The weather was a bit hit and miss but…… changeable is good for photos most of the time!

Winkworth Farm is a feature rich venue with lots of opportunity for photos, the sunken gardens are good to use and around this time of year their flower beds have a wall of Tulips to take advantage of.

The rest of the day took place here with speeches, some night photos and an epic bouquet throw to finish it off.

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Digital Photography and it’s Vital Role in Dentistry

by Mark Bailey
written by Mark Bailey

By H. Peter Ku D.D.S. P.A.

Photography helps capture the world around us in hopes to share a moment with others – to stop and appreciate or investigate what is happening before us. These images help us stop and look within the frame of another’s view, so we can gain knowledge from a different perspective.

As time progresses, more and more upcoming technologies emerge that help us capture a clearer image. Oral health professionals embrace changing technologies when they capture the necessary images produced by dental x-rays. These x-rays help us gain information that would otherwise be unseen giving dentists the upper hand in treating your dental concerns.

Traditional x-ray photography

Your dentist uses x-ray photography extensively for taking images of your teeth, gums, and other invisible oral structures and conditions for providing you appropriate dental treatment. Traditional radiographic procedures used a chemically active plate as the sensor. The radiation passing through the examined tooth would impinge on the plate and affect the plate chemical in various locations to various extents depending on the radiation getting through. The plate was then chemically processed (in a wet process, normally called ‘washing’). The result was a dark plate which when held against light would show up an image. Areas which were more opaque to x-ray energy would show up as dark patches and those which passed x-rays more easily would show up brighter.

Digital X-ray photography

Modern technology has replaced the plate with electronic sensors which create the image immediately, doing away with the problems associated with the old (faithful) plate. The digital image is much like the image obtained in a modern digital camera- a soft image- that is, a set of ones and zeros, which is easily stored in any digital device.

Dentist hand examining patient's teeth X Ray

Dentist hand examining patient’s teeth X Ray

Types of Digital Dental Radiographs

  • Digital dental radiographs are categorized as intraoral or extra-oral.
    Intraoral x-rays- Intraoral x-ray photos are taken with the sensor placed inside the mouth against the tooth or teeth to be radiographed. The source is placed on the outside. The x-rays provide fine detail over a smaller area, e.g. a single tooth, and are the most commonly used type.
  • Bitewing x-rays- are taken with the patient biting on a thin plastic handle between his teeth. The handle holds the sensor vertically inside the mouth against the target area. This type of x-ray is useful when both upper and lower jaws must be viewed together, for example, in checking for occlusion problems.
  • Periapical X-rays show a complete tooth from the crown to the root tips and the supporting bone. Unlike the bitewing a Periapical X-ray does not simultaneously show the upper and the lower teeth. It shows complete teeth (one or more) but of one jaw only.
  • Extra-oral X-rays- the x-ray source and the sensor are both outside the mouth. They cannot provide the detail provided by intraoral X-rays and are not used for dealing with individual teeth, like root canal. Rather they are used to detect a wider scenario, e.g., monitor jaw development, temporomandibular problems, etc. Types of extra-oral X-rays include:
  • Panoramic X-rays (Panorex) – the are also called OPG. The machine including the source and the sensor, rotates around the head, to capture the entire mouth, and all the teeth in each jaw, in one image. Panoramic X-rays are helpful in planning treatment for dental implants, jaw problems and impacted wisdom teeth, and also to diagnose bony cysts and tumors.
  • Multi-slice computed tomography (MCT) reconstructs in detail a particular “slice” of the mouth while ignoring blurring all other layers. This type of X-ray is useful for examining structures that are difficult to see clearly.
  • Cephalometric projections, can show the entire head, and help examine the teeth with reference to a patient’s jaw. A cephalometric projection is used by, orthodontists to develop their treatment plans.
  • Sialography is used to examine problems with salivary glands, which may be a simple blockage, or Sjogren’s syndrome (an autoimmune disease that can reduce saliva and tear production). The glands are injected with a radiopaque dye as a contrast agent and then x-rayed.
Dentist Office-Digital tablet with a patients x-rays

Dentist Office-Digital tablet with a patients x-rays

Cone beam computerized tomography (CBCT) or CT scans can show the interior structures as a three-dimensional image. The 3-D image is created by computer software from 2-D images taken from different aspects. CBCT is used to identify problems of facial bones like fractures or tumors. CT scans also are helpful in evaluating bone for dental implants and in difficult tooth extractions.

Benefits of Digital Dental Radiography

  • The results are instant, and can be viewed on screen or printed. No chemical processing is required.
  • Quick availability aids in patient comfort.
  • Storage and retrieval is very convenient.
  • Can be transmitted easily for review, comment, and lead to faster insurance settlements.
  • During viewing the image can be magnified, rotated, contrast enhanced etc.
  • As chemicals are avoided the digital imaging is eco-friendly.
  • Digital x-rays normally demand less exposure to radiation.

In a world of technology several inventions and innovations allow for new groundbreaking discoveries. Whether you are capturing the perfect family memory or maintaining those pearly whites photography is key.

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Models Day Out by Robert MacNeil

by Mark Bailey
written by Mark Bailey

“Every photoshoot has to happen somewhere, and the best ones are shot in the action of the world going by. The only problem with that is everyone tends to stop and watch when you have 3 models posing in the middle of all the action of life. It was going to be a long day shooting so we decided to have some fun at the same time. Shot at Toronto’s Centre Island, the day started on the ferry to the island with one of Toronto’s most famous landmarks in the background, The CN tower looms over everything. We explored the amusement area, the food pavilion, the bandstands, then ended the day at the beach where all wonderful days should end. The hardest part of the day was ending it.”

 Models:Madeleine Heaven, Chloe Sugar, Tara Lilo

 Photographer: Robert MacNeil www.robmacneil.com

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Wonder Woman by Robert MacNeil

by Mark Bailey
written by Mark Bailey

On the other hand, we denounce with righteous indignation and dislike men who are so beguiled and demoralized by the charms of pleasure of the moment, so blinded by desire, that they cannot foresee the pain and trouble that are bound to ensue; and equal blame belongs to those who fail in their duty through weakness of will, which is the same as saying through shrinking from toil and pain. These cases are perfectly simple and easy to distinguish. In a free hour, when our power of choice is untrammelled and when nothing prevents our being able to do what we like best, every pleasure is to be welcomed and every pain avoided. But in certain circumstances and owing to the claims of duty or the obligations of business it will frequently occur that pleasures have to be repudiated and annoyances accepted. The wise man therefore always holds in these matters to this principle of selection: he rejects pleasures to secure other greater pleasures, or else he endures pains to avoid worse pains.

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Behind the Mask By Robert MacNeil

by Mark Bailey
written by Mark Bailey

“We live our lives, behind a mask, never truly showing who you are to others for fear of being rejected or judged. I wanted to focus on what hides behind beauty and what we consider beautiful as a society. What do you see? Two beautiful women, one dark haired, art covering her body and you think you know her? The other, a tall statuesque blonde, standing proud but that’s just the mask they both wear. One is terrified of how people perceive her, the other couldn’t care less. Do you think you know which is which. One raises cows and loves them, the other has an amazing sense of humour and will make you laugh for hours, but what do you see? You see the mask we all wear but not what is BEHIND THE MASK.”

 Models: Tyla Tessier and Elena

Photographer: Robert MacNeil www.robmacneil.com

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Inizio by Robert MacNeil

by Mark Bailey
written by Mark Bailey

Inizio came about one day when I was honestly bored shooting, as I sat waiting for my fashion models to change I began to stare at a flower beside me. One thing I have always tried to capture is the fluidity in nature, be it fluids or the female form I saw the beautiful lines within the detail of this flower. The hunt began to look for the right flower then hundreds of hours tweaking them to make them feel like everything from black holes, a womb, living organisms with cells to even more colourful flowers. As I spent many years in the Italian bicycle industry Inizio means the Beginning, and I felt these images are the beginning of a new step in my photographic career. They changed everything for me as they have been published all over the world, exhibited in 7 countries and continue to mesmerize people. ( and yes you can rotate the images anyway you want, there is no right way to face them)
Thank you for looking.

Robert MacNeil – Photographer
www.robmacneil.com
PH: 416-885-3833
[email protected]
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Food Photography so good, you can taste it

by Mark Bailey
written by Mark Bailey

With the emergence of social media apps like Instagram and a revived appreciation for a well-prepared meal, food photography is currently very popular in today’s culture. Here are a few ways to make your food photos look truly edible:

Turn off the lights

The idea of shutting of the lights in a restaurant, cafe, or even a home may seem a bit odd, but artificial light can cast an unappealing colour over your photography. Instead, try to position yourself near a window that has a good amount of natural sunlight coming through. If possible, experiment with moving to several different windows to see how the light is cast upon the dish. Typically, the best lighting angles are those that are behind you or from the side.

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Have fun with your white balance and your selective focus

As you take shots of your food, you might notice that the sunlight is washing out some of your colour, or maybe you just want your colours to pop a little more. Take multiple shots, adjusting your white balance in different ways, allowing you to have multiple shots from which you can choose your favourite. Another fun way to draw your viewer’s eye in is to use your selective focus feature on your camera. Many photographers are practicing the art of bokeh in which the background is slightly blurred and one part of the photo is in focus. There are a few ways to experiment with this, either by using your selective focus feature or by manually setting your aperture levels and using a macro setting. Also toy with different angles in which to have the focus. Highlight different parts of the dish by having certain parts of it in focus and certain parts out-of-focus which could make for a captivating photo.

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Experiment with plating and props

If you’re in a restaurant or cafe, you may not be able to request particular plates that meals are served on, but if you’re taking photos from a home or for your wedding album, it’s much easier to control the elements in the photograph. Super Event Sussex, a leading Sussex corporate and wedding catering and events company suggest; “Sometimes it is the small things that make your wedding food snaps look fabulous. For example, a good plate could mean the difference between a dish that looks balanced and delectable or tiny and unappealing. If you have the opportunity, experiment with a few different plates, of different sizes and colour. See how a cool, blue-toned plate might make your steak dish stand out, or see if you’d prefer a green plate instead. It’s all about experimentation and setting the scene.”

If colour on the plate isn’t what you’re after, a beautiful white plate never disappoints, and smaller plates seem to provide some of the best photos of food. If you’ve got a few different elements in your photo, consider using some props to elevate certain elements of the photo. For example, you’ve got a beautiful soup, surrounded by an elegant silverware layout with crisp, folded napkins, all of which you want in your photo. Yet, when you take the photo, the soup doesn’t stand out to you. Try placing a small book or other flat object that cannot be seen under the bowl and then take another photo. The increased height of the soup bowl can give the dish just enough to allow it stand out amongst the other elements in your photo.

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Fake it to make it

Some food, no matter how wonderful it smells, tastes, or even looks in person, may not photograph well. This is when many photographers get creative. Sometimes food looks better after sitting for a while, allowing it to cool and thicken, making for a better shot. Other times, you may find that some food looks better uncooked but prepared in the same manner to make it appear cooked. Many photographers who have snapped photos of drool-worthy ice cream were actually taking shots of mashed potatoes- shaped, coloured, and garnished to appear like ice cream but without having to worry about melting.

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Show the steps and maybe a few bites

There will be a few times, whether by necessity or simply by desire, that you may need to show some of the steps that go into cooking a certain meal. These photos can give the dish a more home-cooked feel, which can often make it look more appetizing. This also gives you the chance to possibly renew memories in the minds of your viewers. If your photo displays a person kneading the dough for a pie, it might stir a memory of a loved one baking a similar pie. Consequently, a pie that has been baked, sliced, and has a bite taken out of it can instantly look like a dessert worth having. Also, if a bite is positioned on a fork, which is in the photo, it can change or add dimension to your photo.

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Ask for extra garnish

If you’ve ever wondered why chefs drizzle tiny amounts of colourful sauce onto plates in little decorative ways, it’s because it makes the dish, as a whole, look better to the eye. Garnishing a meal with pretty greenery, chives, or possibly even a flower adds a classy appeal to the dish, as well as providing the opportunity for other colours to stand out against the colours of the garnish. It can assist in making an empty plate look fuller, adding a better sense of balance, and it can also add a more earthy element to the photo depend upon what garnish is used. Try taking photos with, without, and with varying amounts of garnish to determine what you feel suits your dish and photo best.

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Don’t fear the cookbooks, magazines, and other sources of inspiration

Usually, the people who have taken the food photos for cookbooks and magazine have been doing food photography for quite some time, so most of them know all the tricks of the trade. Consider using the photos for inspiration, whether on lighting, colour balance, positioning, garnish, etc. Take elements that stand out to you about those photos and change them to fit your needs for your photo. Also, consider branching your choices for inspiration even further by looking at social media accounts, or search the internet for beautiful food photography. These little inspirations can often be the tipping scale when you have a beautiful meal that you want to photograph, but are struggling to find the right way to do so.

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Creative Ways to Display Digital Photography

by Mark Bailey
written by Mark Bailey

Converting your pictures into a unique art display doesn’t require a university degree in professional photography and you don’t have to whip out the credit card to get it done. This piece takes a look at simple but practical ideas to display your photographs.

Always use a mat

This is probably the best tip you will get. Get your photo’s printed using a service like DC Colour Labs.  From personal experience, they’re reasonably priced delivery promptly.  Next starting thinking about how to display the image. Buy a frame one size larger than the photo you intend to frame and add a mat. This means purchasing an 8×10 frame for a 5×7 photo and then buying a mat that has a 5×7 opening. The cost of adding a mat is not prohibitive and businesses like picture framing business Best4Frames are flexible in terms of their frames offerings.

Explore your creativity with the mats and frames

You can improve the presence of a mat or frame using a variety of items. Good examples are wrapping and contact paper as well as simple fabrics like burlap or linen. This approach is equally inexpensive and gives a new dimension to your artwork. On this topic, you can also buy inexpensive frames and then glue decorative items to their surface. Metal chain glued to the frame for example can give you an urban and modern result.

Print your photos on canvas and frame them

Having your photos printed on canvas is one of the best ways to creatively display them. There are many artistes that can help you producing stunning canvas prints of different sizes and they can be framed up to transform the decorative feel in your space.

Go classic with your picture printing

Instead of printing your pictures in the normal colours, consider printing them in any black and white variations. This is a great way to create a classic and timeless appeal for the images. You can take the photos to any copy store but if you have a soft copy of the pictures, a smartphone or tablet and a printer at home, there are lots of photo apps that can give you black and white filters for printing. Don’t forget to only use apps that won’t override the original image. Apart from providing an artistic and modern feel, this technique is equally great for making pictures that are blurry or pictures that have poor colouring to look better.

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