Category Archives: NYT Diner’s Journal
Hipsta Qi…
I was sent to Pichet Ong’s new Qi in Times Square to cover their opening today and broke out 3 different cameras to experiment a bit…I included some funky iPhone Hipstamatic shots (John S lens and Blanko Film) in my … Continue reading
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Mastering Pour Shots: On DJ
Today on Diner’s Journal I discuss the trials and tribulations, triumphs and disasters involved in trying to execute a stop action pour shot. Join me over at my other blogging home for some tips.
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Smoke, Steam and Flames: On DJ
You asked for it and here it is…a brief overview of how to get some of those sultry, mysterious steam, smoke and flame shots. Come over and visit NYT Diner’s Journal today for the rundown.
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Holiday Table Pt. 2 on DJ
I’m back on the DJ today to help you set up that table shot at your holiday dinner. Check it.
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News on Food Photography…
I have a new DJ post on how not to offend your family while taking their picture at Thanksgiving and I will be doing an interview on the Learn Food Photography website on November 30th. Please come on by and … Continue reading
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A Teacher’s Gratitude…
In an earlier life I was a school teacher. My love of teaching was ultimately trumped by my yearn to be a free-spirited self-employed artist…which of course pays better. Classroom or not teaching always seems to find me…personal trainer…baseball coach…and … Continue reading
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Cookbook Pix…Yea or Nay?
Come over to the DJ and participate in our discussion on whether or not cookbooks need to have photos to capture your attention. Our friend Melissa Clark tossed out the question on Twitter and we are running with it.
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How to Shoot Ugly Food: On DJ
My latest installment on Diner’s Journal is about how to shoot food that would scare the dog off a meat wagon…just plain U-G-L-Y. Come over for a visit and check it out.
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Food Styling Elements: On DJ
Today on the NYT Diner’s Journal I discuss some tips and tricks to styling for food photography. Jump on over and check it out.
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How to Shoot Soup: On DJ
Today on the NYT Diner’s Journal, I share ideas about how to photograph soup. I received a magnificent comment from reader David Joseph, calling me, “the Louis Kahn of soup photography”. Wow. I’m not quite sure I have built a … Continue reading
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