Introduction to Food Photography with Natural Light
A course by Adrian Mueller , Photographer
Learn to capture striking images of food in both indirect and direct sunlight by exploring composition, lighting, and editing techniques
Learn to capture striking images of food in both indirect and direct sunlight by exploring composition, lighting, and editing techniques
“One of the most important elements of a successful food image is how the light and its mood touches us.”
Photographer Adrian Mueller specializes in taking mouth-watering food and beverage images for clients including McDonald’s, and Kellogg’s, often using natural light to tell authentic stories through his work.
In this online course, he teaches you how to create stunning images of food using daylight. Explore the fundamentals of food photography, as well as techniques for composition, lighting, editing, to produce professional-looking photographs of your favorite dishes. Let the beauty and simplicity of daylight inspire you to capture something special.
What will you learn in this online course?
15 lessons & 23 downloads
- 98% positive reviews (47)
- 2,686 students
- 15 lessons (3h 13m)
- 23 additional resources (10 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English
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- Level: Beginner
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Adobe PhotoshopWhat is this course's project?
Style, shoot, and edit two food photographs: one with indirect daylight and one in direct sunlight.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is for anyone interested in learning a professional approach to food photography with daylight.
Requirements and materials
No previous experience is necessary.
In terms of equipment, you will need a camera or smartphone, light shaping tools, and some food to photograph. A tripod and access to Photoshop would also be beneficial, along with a few other materials specified by Adrian in the course.
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A course by Adrian Mueller
Adrian Mueller is a New York-based photographer specializing in food and beverage. He has always been drawn to photography and has spent the last 20 years shooting for some of the world’s leading brands, including McDonald’s, Kellogg’s, Snickers, and Stella Artois. He credits his creative practice to the natural landscapes and minimal design he grew up with in Switzerland, as well as the culture of dedication and patience that he experienced traveling to Japan.
Alongside working with clients, he teaches food and beverage photography at events such as the International Food Photo Festival in Spain and Denmark. He has also shot several cookbooks including Plantlab which was awarded #1 Cook Book of the Year and Best Food Photography of the Year at the Gourmand International Cookbook Awards. His work has been featured in Lürzer's Archive's 200 Best Advertising Photographers Worldwide 12 years in a row.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
The Fundamentals of Photography and Preparation
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Camera Fundamentals for Food Photography
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The Composition
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Understanding Natural Light
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Mood Board and Sketches
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Equipment and Materials
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Food Styling Tips
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U3
Photographing and Light
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Lighting: Knowledge in Action
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Taking the Photo: Indirect Daylight 1
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Taking the Photo: Indirect Daylight 2
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Taking the Photo: Direct Sunlight
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U4
Touch-ups and Additional Tips
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Retouching the Images 1
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Retouching the Images 2
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Tips for Sharing Your Work
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FP
Final project
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Introduction to Food Photography with Natural Light
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luli60
Me encantó el curso! Adrian muestra paso a paso una producción de fotos, desde el sketch hasta la postproducción. Al ser con luz natural se enfoca en utilizarla al máximo y te da herramientas para poder hacer lo mismo. También te deja tips sobre como fotografiar comida que considero útiles. Lo recomiendo!
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zana.barsic
Excellent presentation.
kevinaandekook
PlusHele fijne cursus met en rustige en stapsgewijse uitleg. Adrian Mueller laat ook precies zien hoe hij zijn fotografie aanpakt en met welke middelen en materialen. Erg prettig en zeer fijn. De aanvullende informatie is zeer bruikbaar en ik heb het ook al toegepast in mijn fotoshoots op locatie. Aan te bevelen!
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reinaldo_mandacaru
Excelente curso! Sou fotógrafo com mais de 20 anos de experiência na fotografia de alimentos.
Meu objetivo ao fazer esse curso, é renovar minha visão com a abordagem contemporânea do Adrian Mueller. Sempre trabalhei com luz artificial, me utilizando de flashes Balcars, Elinchrome, Broncolor e speedlights Nikon e Canon. Para mim é um novo desafio sair da minha zona de conforto e entrar no mundo da iluminação natural!
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katpower
Excelente!
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