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photography tips and advice

Thinking on the hoof

Many people assume that food photographers spend most of their time in a cosy studio where they’re able to control light and a whole manner of other variables. Not me! Most of my working time is spent out on location … Continue reading

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Pizza plus

Everyone loves a pizza. I’m no exception and prefer the traditional thin crust variety that takes just a couple of minutes to cook. It’s so versatile – you can add whatever toppings you like. Quick, easy, inexpensive (and great with … Continue reading

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One-stop food photo resource

alexandrapatrick’s refreshed, unique one-stop blog now features high quality food imagery and the people, ingredients and techniques behind it. alexandrapatrick.blog.co.uk is for anyone who’s passionate about food photography. Featuring the beautiful, fresh and honest images of photographer Duncan Callow, it’s … Continue reading

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Stairway to (food) heaven

In this line of work I get to meet some great people in some fantastic locations – recently this has included the coast of West Cork, the beaches of St Vincent and a rather smart suite in a Knightsbridge hotel. … Continue reading

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Where the rain doesn’t always fall…

Just back from a trip to beautiful West Cork in Ireland, a country renowned for its relentless rain and green fields.   Well, I was there for six days and not a drop of the wet stuff fell. Moreover, the … Continue reading

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Have I seen the light?

Regular readers will know that I’m something of a natural light evangelist when it comes to shooting food. If we can’t use what’s available, we ain’t working. Or something like that anyway. One thing that’s an absolute no-no is the … Continue reading

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Tomato heaven

Someone once asked me to name my favourite fruit/vegetable. Without hesitation I replied “why the tomato, of course” (as if it was the dumbest question I’d ever heard). I really love these beautiful red fruits – from the sweetest cherry … Continue reading

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The regal raspberry

Nature (and our good friend Brian) have been very good to us this summer. The perfect combination of sun and rain added to Brian’s very green fingers, have led to a bountiful supply of seasonal fruit and vegetables. Right now … Continue reading

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Beer bubbles…

A lot of people seem to think that food photography is conducted with smoke and mirrors… …that there’s a lot of “cheating” going on to make it look more appetising (heard of glue for milk in popular cereals?). That may … Continue reading

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Because your food is worth it!

Does she or doesn’t she?! Remember that wonderful L’Oreal campaign about hair dye. Creating that mystery about whether they had a salon look with a L’Oreal product or not?! Much can be said about food photography these days. Many think … Continue reading

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