After suddenly disappearing from the blogosphere for about two weeks, I was hoping to just move on and pretend like nothing happened. So far it seems to be working, with not one peep of protest about my irregular posting schedule, … Continue reading
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Raw for Dessert
It seems that raw foods are all the rage these days, at least in health-conscious circles and for more open-minded foodies. It can be a proposition that’s a bit difficult to swallow, whether you follow the guidelines in full or … Continue reading
It’s a Set Up!
Ice cream is one of my all-time favorite photography subjects, so I really had a ball putting together my new ebook. The challenge of snapping that perfect shot before your carefully scooped spheres begin melting and pooling on the table … Continue reading
Let There Be Light
Even more important than what kind of camera you use or how many megapixels it has, proper lighting is perhaps the single most important technical element to creating captivating photos. Capable of adding whimsy, intensity, clarity, or drama, a few … Continue reading
Quick Cookie Fix
Just when it seems like life couldn’t possibly get any more hectic, there’s bound to be something extra to squeeze into that already overbooked schedule. At least that’s been my experience lately, splitting my time between recipe development, restaurant work, … Continue reading
Advertising
After receiving a number of requests, and due to increasing financial demands to keep the blog running, I have decided to provide the opportunity for those interested to place ads on BitterSweet. These ads will be banners no larger than … Continue reading
Fresh Brewed
Waking up to see large white flakes floating past my window, I quickly kicked off my sheets and rocketed out of bed. Snow, at last! The first snow of the year is always a big deal to me, and rarely … Continue reading
Mirror, Mirror, On the Set
When I first posted about using mirrors to accentuate available light for photography instead of adding in more light sources, there were a lot of requests for side-by-side comparisons. As a visual learner, I couldn’t have agreed more that it … Continue reading
Learn By Example
So now we’ve talked about lighting for food photography and the general consensus is that more is better, right? Most of the time it doesn’t hurt to brighten up your shots a bit, but there are times when the picture … Continue reading
Behind the Scenes
Staying awake many late nights with this one incredible text propped up on my bed, Lou Manna’s Digital Food Photography is nothing short of dreamy, and yet it never put me to sleep, even as the clock crept deep into … Continue reading
