#11. Add A Human Element to Food Photos

If you are steady handed you can hold the fork yourself, just put the camera on a tripod and use the timer. But, if you have someone close with attractive hands like this shot (I don't do nail polish) invite them in!

Add a human element like hands, a server, or kitchen staff. You can use your hands or someone else’s. It gives your viewer something to connect with. But, be careful. People move! So you need to watch your shutter speed to keep them from blurring. BTW- are your fingernails clean?

Many modern eateries haven open kitchens. They do it to bring you in to the process. Go ahead, take the picture!

Adding a uniformed server tells a better story sometimes. These BBQ Pork Nachos are a colorful dish, but you also get the vibe of the place with Shauna being part of the shot