Pro Tips for Taking the Best Thanksgiving Feast Photos

Lately, it seems a popular use for social media is sharing photos of some of the most mouthwatering culinary dishes. In fact, when you visit a fancy restaurant, and your server hands you a deliciously prepared entrée, it’s hard to resist the urge to take a quick photo with your smartphone rather than just diving right in. Whether you’re a world class chef or an amateur cook making recipes you found on Pinterest, Thanksgiving is the perfect time to show off your culinary skills with professional-looking photos. But have no fear, you don’t need to be a professional photographer to take a great photo that's Instagram worthy! Here are some pro tips to help you capture the right image to share with friends:

1. Use the Flash! Sometimes when photographing people, a flash can create harsh lighting on the faces of your family and friends—whether you’re using a camera or smartphone. But when you’re photographing food, adding the flash can actually help capture the colors of all the ingredients and make them look more vibrant and festive.
2. Adjust the White Balance! Colors are so important when taking photos of food, so you want to be sure to remove unrealistic color contrast that make objects appear different than they actually are.
3. Mix Up the Angles! A traditional food shot is taken from right above the plate, but it can look more artistic to mix up the angles of your shots. Try getting a faraway shot of the whole table or get up-close to capture all the features of a particular dish.
4. Get Some Decorations! In addition to the typical garnish here or there, it can be fun to add a few decorations to your table setting—plus, it will add a burst of color and dimension to your photos! Adding some colorful table décor will really make your photos pop.

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