How to improve your food photography at home (without having to buy fancy gear)

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    My first professional job as a full time photographer was actually as a food photographer. In this video I will give you some tips to improve your own food photography without having to buy fancy lights or camera gear. You'll also meet my friend Vla who is a health and fitness guru and he'll be doing the cooking and helping us with the styling. I hope this helps you get better shots of your dishes.
    #photography #foodphotography #naturallight

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  • @DrAllisonAnswers
    @DrAllisonAnswers 6 років тому +17

    I just stumbled on your site, at the suggestion of my photographer husband, and it is WONDERFUL! I love how practical your tips are, even for a fairly new photographer. Very easy to understand and super inspiring! I love that you emphasize you don't always need super fancy equipment to capture beautiful photos. Amazing content; THANK YOU!

  • @KatieKookaburra
    @KatieKookaburra 5 років тому +2

    This is EXACTLY why I love your videos. So in-depth yet so simple to follow and understand! Thank you as always. Also loved the comparison of pics with different cameras. Would have loved to learn more about styling.

  • @noeley100
    @noeley100 5 років тому +7

    You have to be the clear and straight forward photography guru i have ever heard. You say everything that we need to hear, nothing, ambiguous or assuming that we know already. well done you! onwards........

  • @Needacreate
    @Needacreate 7 років тому +4

    Helpful and inspiring as ever, Sean. Particularly love how you utilize available light, improvised light modifiers, and less than fancy gear. Very encouraging, makes me want to experiment with the genre myself.

  • @hugojackson6822
    @hugojackson6822 6 років тому +5

    Really love your videos Sean. I stumbled on them a few days ago (Editing Color was the first one) and it really changed the way i'm looking at the pictures I'm trying to take. I also realised I had already seen some of your videos about Product Photography a few years back and I remember taking so many tips from it back then, while I was working on 3d lighting product shots. Thanks so much for being such an inspirational photographer and genuine human being.

  • @MrAquabug
    @MrAquabug 7 років тому +25

    One word: Excellent! I love the simplicity, thank you to you both!

  • @DannyGrubs
    @DannyGrubs 6 років тому +2

    Very helpful video! For me personally, using natural light is the best and easiest way to improve any food photo

  • @MissLizaYangonMyanmar
    @MissLizaYangonMyanmar 4 роки тому +2

    Thank you so much. This just appeared in my feed as I'm looking to learn better food photography skills for my China Instagram. What I love is that it's a genuine video raw and not overproduced. Humble with useful information that I can see. You also make it accessible and relatable to me. I'm starting with my phone cameras. Once I hit an Insta milestone I will upgrade to a decent old Cannon as you have shown. And I love the comparison of the phone to the cameras and how to do light and dark photography. So I felt so warm and moved by this lovely video that I joined.

  • @marklambert7734
    @marklambert7734 4 роки тому +2

    all in the preparation! thanks for showing your approach.The pointers about controlling light and shade are very helpful.

  • @terencetsy
    @terencetsy 5 років тому +6

    Top info, mister! The value that you present never ceases to amaze me.

  • @joshuaprufer6305
    @joshuaprufer6305 6 років тому +9

    I feel like having a tripod helps alot in this scenario because you can use a longer shutter speed which results in better control of your exposure. Thanks for this video Sean!

  • @rosaclovis
    @rosaclovis 6 років тому +1

    Amazing video Sean! I love your style and the way that you show everything. Thank you very much for sharing all these amazing knowledge with us!! Cheers

  • @anazivick303
    @anazivick303 7 років тому +1

    Thank you for sharing. I can totally relate to this - started photographing food just a few month ago, using similar improvised methods. ❤️❤️❤️

  • @mjfalcon007
    @mjfalcon007 6 років тому +1

    Excellent video Sean thank you very much for sharing this. Food photography has been an interest of mine for a while so this really resonates with me. You and your friend make a great team. Great job on putting all this content together.

  • @notrom-thesilencer7993
    @notrom-thesilencer7993 5 років тому +4

    thx Sean for this video, been trying to find some insight on food photography, now i found it !!

  • @markharris5771
    @markharris5771 6 років тому +170

    Another brilliant video with great tips. This is the first video of yours I’ve actively put off watching. I was a chef for 20 years but it ended quite bad and I had to give it up due to having a condition colloquially know as the chef's illness (alcoholism). I’ve purposely avoided almost everything to do with food photography since, even though I’ve been sober for 22 years. Watching this has started me thinking, I know food very well and I’m slowly learning how to press a shutter.

    • @seantuck
      @seantuck  6 років тому +26

      +Mark Harris thanks for sharing that Mark. Maybe it’s time to jump back in on your own terms.

    • @salilp84
      @salilp84 5 років тому +3

      Go for it man. All the best.

    • @rossholmes178
      @rossholmes178 5 років тому +3

      Good on you Mark - it can be a tough gig. Go for it though...

    • @tomobrien4182
      @tomobrien4182 4 роки тому +1

      You should be very proud of how you've overcome that. Do what your heart desires!

    • @little_engine_goes_to_Thailand
      @little_engine_goes_to_Thailand 4 роки тому +2

      Thanks for sharing- I have a similar story to you (Chef /Owner) Although I don't have the 22 years and it is day to day for me- I have picked up the camera too. (-; Good luck

  • @Vickietreats_
    @Vickietreats_ 2 роки тому

    I find these tips really helpful especially the dark food photography. Thanks for sharing!

  • @johnspencer1146
    @johnspencer1146 6 років тому +1

    Another great video Sean and great food by Vla, thank you for sharing and for all the information please keep it coming.

  • @MichelleCoxPhotography
    @MichelleCoxPhotography 5 років тому +1

    I am ALL about doing fun shoots at home learning with what you can BEFORE busy expensive equipment... Great tips and video!

  • @teocrawford
    @teocrawford 6 років тому +3

    thanks a lot for the informative tips! Those dark food photos were incredible😱😍

  • @paulrobinson6548
    @paulrobinson6548 7 років тому +1

    Great video Sean. It's not an area I've ever really spent any time with, but it's inspiring when you watch someone who really knows what they're doing. Super recipes from Vla too!

  • @nomancave591
    @nomancave591 6 років тому +1

    All your videos inspire me. You do such a good job. Keep up the good work!

  • @ameliegagnon5629
    @ameliegagnon5629 2 роки тому

    Amazing video, so helpful, thank you for maiking it approachable and informative!

  • @bpbumbleberry71
    @bpbumbleberry71 6 років тому +1

    Thank you so much for sharing! I thought this is an excellent, excellent tutorial. I learned so much and Im so excited to try this out!

  • @anthonyhedger4301
    @anthonyhedger4301 6 років тому +3

    That's spooky Sean. As you know I follow your blogs, videos, photography etc with great interest and have been thinking recently that I'd like to shoot food. And low and behold you are there once again to offer your insight. Thank you. The food you shot looks delicious and mouthwatering and the photographs were amazing. Tony.

  • @naomimanzana8205
    @naomimanzana8205 6 років тому +1

    Absolutely gorgeous! Nice intro to food photography! Thanks for the tips!

  • @FinancialCoach4U
    @FinancialCoach4U 6 років тому +1

    Inspiring, informational, fun. Please keep 'em coming!

  • @fernandaaguiar6285
    @fernandaaguiar6285 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much for sharing with us! I love the way you explain!! Great video and great pictures! Simply fantastic! You have a new subscriber!

  • @malenaperdomo4799
    @malenaperdomo4799 6 років тому +1

    I enjoyed this video Sean! Thank you! You and your friend are great teachers. I take pictures of my own foods but I am always thinking what if I had this, or that... but you had great tips to create amazing pictures. Oh the food, looks yummy.

  • @keithshenkin3674
    @keithshenkin3674 5 років тому +1

    Terrific video - visual treat. You explain things simply and don't waste a word. Inspiring.

  • @stelaroibas3192
    @stelaroibas3192 6 років тому +1

    Great video and wonderful ideas to apply without an expensive gear. Thanks a lot Sean!!

  • @andrew5860
    @andrew5860 6 років тому +33

    Sean...you are one of the most insprational (non-pretentious) photographers that I have seen on UA-cam. You are a pleasure to watch. The tips you provide really do help me to improve my photography (which I have been doing for over 20 years). Every day is a school day!

    • @KatieKookaburra
      @KatieKookaburra 5 років тому +1

      Andrew McAlpine totally agree!! Love this channel.

  • @samuellee6906
    @samuellee6906 6 років тому +1

    This is great.. simple way! Thanks for sharing your know-how!

  • @rommelltorres7094
    @rommelltorres7094 6 років тому +1

    I am a food/product photographer for more than a decade, and still I have learned a lot from your video. Thanks for sharing!

  • @pratham1161
    @pratham1161 4 роки тому +2

    Great vid ! So so so much helpful this Quarantine!

  • @nicocastillo2099
    @nicocastillo2099 6 років тому +1

    Outstanding, as always. Never a dull moment with your videos, Sean. Will be looking forward to your next video. :)

  • @j1jh002
    @j1jh002 4 роки тому

    Thank you so much! Great video!

  • @TheSillyKitchenwithSylvia
    @TheSillyKitchenwithSylvia 4 роки тому +1

    Lots of great tips here. Glad you showed the shots too.

  • @TamaraJosephine4
    @TamaraJosephine4 5 років тому +2

    Thanks so much for these videos!

  • @GlennThomasJr
    @GlennThomasJr 5 років тому

    You are so helpful and you've really built my confidence up with using my inexpensive gear.

  • @ezebado
    @ezebado 6 років тому +1

    Another great video Sean ! Congratulations and keep doing more ;) This particular one comes perfect for me as next shots are food photography :)

  • @Billie_Marie_
    @Billie_Marie_ 4 роки тому +1

    I love your creativity! Thank you!

  • @metalpickle
    @metalpickle 7 років тому +1

    Always a pleasure to watch Sean...

  • @flightallday
    @flightallday 4 роки тому +4

    This guy deserves ALOT more subscribers. Subscribed!

  • @MousikiPetrou
    @MousikiPetrou 4 роки тому +1

    amazing photoshooting advices ! thank you very very much!!!

  • @FriesyRider
    @FriesyRider Рік тому

    Nice! Finally a video without any fancy expensive gadgets. Thank you guys

  • @traniva
    @traniva 6 років тому +1

    A very very great and simple tips from you, Mr.Sean, thanks a lot

  • @ajayjose2771
    @ajayjose2771 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you for this! ❤️

  • @SergioTheOne
    @SergioTheOne 7 років тому +16

    Your videos are always so artful. Thank you for sharing. I don't usually take pictures of my food but I do share a lot about my life on my videos & my Instagram so if I manage to make them look beautiful with your tips, it would be a great thing to add.
    Thanks for your videos! They inspire me every time. 🙌🏼

  • @JuanJGomezM
    @JuanJGomezM 5 років тому +1

    Great video, very inspiring and well thought! Thanks a lot! 🤙🏻

  • @NikoNikolaev
    @NikoNikolaev 7 років тому +1

    Great video Sean! I really enjoy it! Keep going!

  • @AmiraHaque
    @AmiraHaque 2 роки тому

    Thank you for this video!

  • @thehikingcommunity4806
    @thehikingcommunity4806 4 роки тому

    Woah! This channel has blown up so much as it’s supposed to. I was here around 30k. Great job, Sean!

  • @TheBiggervern
    @TheBiggervern 6 років тому +2

    Wonderful food and excellent photography and teaching. Many thanks both.

  • @AaronFleming
    @AaronFleming 7 років тому +113

    Can't decide if I came to the video for the tips on food photography or for the recipes now haha

    • @seantuck
      @seantuck  6 років тому +16

      The great thing is you don't have to choose:)

    • @rachellewaddle8744
      @rachellewaddle8744 Рік тому

      @@seantuck Did the link to the recipes get removed? I can't find it anywhere - the cake looks delicious!
      Amazing tutorial, thank you!

  • @CVCC
    @CVCC 6 років тому +2

    very good, amazing shots with such simplicity of gear. Bravo

  • @Fa6oomka94
    @Fa6oomka94 5 років тому

    Your video remains a favorite refrence to review once in a while to refresh my knowledge on food photography 💕

  • @mrtbhdr
    @mrtbhdr 7 років тому +2

    awesome video and photos as usual! i wasn't into food photography but now it seems delicious to work at:)

  • @AndyNoblePhotography
    @AndyNoblePhotography 6 років тому +1

    Excellent as always Sean

  • @lindaj6675
    @lindaj6675 6 років тому +1

    I'm working on a personal project and I'm shooting still life. The lighting principles work. Thanks.

  • @shandiajohnson3559
    @shandiajohnson3559 4 роки тому +4

    Ommmmggggg I learned so much. Thank you!

  • @dhirajshetty483
    @dhirajshetty483 4 роки тому +1

    Great Video ! Thank you 🙏🏻

  • @Macsnapshot
    @Macsnapshot 6 років тому +1

    I love your vids. Well done Sean .

  • @AlenaZhdanava1
    @AlenaZhdanava1 3 роки тому +1

    Great one, great tips, thank you for sharing !

  • @lukakoprivica
    @lukakoprivica 4 роки тому +1

    Finaly someone who shares my experience... It's all about styling!

  • @wudashudacuda
    @wudashudacuda 6 років тому +3

    Great video really enjoyed the simplicity and clarity of explanation.

  • @buddyWalrus
    @buddyWalrus 6 років тому +2

    This was very helpful! Great tips to get started

  • @kwizmon
    @kwizmon 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks Sean. You're the best 👍🏽

  • @samdub
    @samdub 6 років тому +1

    Great tutorial this dude. Helped a lot thanks! Ps, didn’t realise the dark shots were so easy to do! Thanks again

  • @GabeRodriiguez
    @GabeRodriiguez 4 роки тому +1

    Great info, thank you for these tips 🙌🏼

  • @pidgepagonis
    @pidgepagonis 6 років тому +2

    Love love love your videos and your demeanor :)

  • @gavinjmcgrath6983
    @gavinjmcgrath6983 6 років тому +1

    Super practical and super images! Thanks.

  • @robspedding9520
    @robspedding9520 6 років тому +1

    Love this! Coincides with me messing about with my Nikon D3300, 50mm/1.8 lens and some chocolate brownies I made. I'll go back now and try out some of your tips. Awesome work Sean.

  • @Rampoo11
    @Rampoo11 6 років тому +1

    This is the best beginner food photo tutorial. thank you

  • @rakulreghunath2745
    @rakulreghunath2745 5 років тому +1

    Hey Sean.. Amazing video.. Thank you for these amazing contents..!!

  • @theocrevon6374
    @theocrevon6374 6 років тому +1

    Really great video tutorial. It's really pleasant to get some learning resources like these from professional: that goes farther than "hey use this amazing lightroom preset"...

  • @35effie
    @35effie 6 років тому +3

    I own a canon 50d with the same 50mm lens you mentioned :)
    I found the work you have done excellent! Thank you for sharing these tips with us :)

  • @YannickReid
    @YannickReid 6 років тому +1

    Very clear and thorough, Sean.

  • @ChefJohnPolitteItsOnlyFood
    @ChefJohnPolitteItsOnlyFood 4 роки тому +1

    excellent video, tips and food! Thanks!

  • @paulfulton4989
    @paulfulton4989 5 років тому +1

    I know this is not a recent video, but it looks like a fun collaboration. I also have to agree with you on the apsc sensor canon body and the nifty fifty. It's a fantastic combanation that gives you a versital 80 mm or so focal length. I am currently in this configuration. Best of all when I go full frame I have a 50mm f1.8. Another great vid!

  • @rohitmenon2268
    @rohitmenon2268 6 років тому +1

    i've always wondered how i could improve my food photography, now i know.. Thanks Sean :)

  • @ReelFilmGeek
    @ReelFilmGeek 6 років тому +4

    Great job on the video! What backdrop is that for the dramatic cake shot? Looks like a foldable painted background which looks great.

  • @ashabrandiearley7206
    @ashabrandiearley7206 3 роки тому +1

    This was so helpful. Thank you

  • @piyushmishra7791
    @piyushmishra7791 6 років тому +4

    I liked the way you brought out that camera range thing yet again. 5D, 550D or your iphone, you did the job great. Also, it was good to learn how simply we can set up our own budget studio without fancy stuff. Keep going mate, you are amazing!

  • @azulmundi3350
    @azulmundi3350 5 років тому +1

    Nice tutorial and insight into food photography. Thanks

  • @jayengmahatma1223
    @jayengmahatma1223 5 років тому +1

    Awesome, straight to the point of topic

  • @user-lc8mw9td8e
    @user-lc8mw9td8e 6 років тому +1

    This is absolutely what I wanted!

  • @LarryFournillier
    @LarryFournillier 5 років тому +1

    Great tips, Sean! 👍🏽

  • @photowalk.podcast
    @photowalk.podcast 6 років тому +1

    I've been following you for a while now Sean - love the pace of your pieces, the way you explain stuff in an educational but not patronising way... and most of all the personable and measured way in which you do it. More power to you. This as ever is a super film, and despite the fact I've been photographing for a while, there were still some great tips here for me to devour (excuse the food pun). I have a question about the background you were using though? Love it... it's a mottled ark one... where did you get it? Would like to use it for some street portrait experiments.Happy New Year Sean!

  • @Napoleon-Blownapart
    @Napoleon-Blownapart 7 років тому +1

    Brilliant video Sean! I usually just snap my lunch with my phone and pop it on Instagram, this has inspired me to put a little more effort in. Your mate's food looks great too. You're knocking it out of the park at the moment with these vids.

  • @antonkollo1311
    @antonkollo1311 7 років тому +1

    Simple. Informative. Inspiring as always

  • @user-om2iv9ob5v
    @user-om2iv9ob5v 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you for the wonderfully done video 💝

  • @avisasson9500
    @avisasson9500 6 років тому +1

    super great video!!! thank you!

  • @FoodTechLife
    @FoodTechLife 6 років тому +3

    Very nice - looking forward to the recipes as well.

  • @Fa6oomka94
    @Fa6oomka94 6 років тому +1

    Excellent Excellent Excellent ..truly I am grateful for such an informative video

  • @frederickreed4604
    @frederickreed4604 2 роки тому

    This is a great video.Excellent content but also really well presented. Thank you.

  • @katharinehensley995
    @katharinehensley995 5 років тому +1

    This is awesome thank you

  • @ohmygrill4404
    @ohmygrill4404 5 років тому

    Thank you so much for this video! I just started a BBQ channel and I have been having a hard time with the "beauty" shots at the end of our videos. Seeing as we are just starting I didn't want to spend a lot of money. Love that I can use things like a sheet and a piece of foil to improve me shots!

  • @loriasoare8322
    @loriasoare8322 5 років тому +1

    I Love it!!!

  • @alpabopo
    @alpabopo 7 років тому +1

    great as usual dude. Rock on...