Food and drink photography is much more than just “pressing the camera button”.

Everything is important here: from the light to the temperature of the food, from the selection of the plate to how the sauce is laid out. In this article, we will tell you in simple terms how professional food photography is done, why it is needed for businesses and where to go if you want your food to look cool in photos.

Before the photoshoot, we discuss the task: will it be for a menu, a marketplace cover, a website banner, or social media content? Then we gather examples, make a list of dishes and angles, and select the tableware and props. Food photography is a shooting day planned down to the minute: dishes are prepared one by one, the lighting is set in advance, and the team knows what to shoot and in what order.

Small but important shooting secrets:

• Less is more — but precise: one close-up burger with soft lighting works better than five dishes in one frame.
• Add a touch of “life”: a cut, steam, droplets — these make the photo more dynamic.
• Simple techniques like a neutral background and good focus make the result cleaner and more professional.

Shooting food and drinks requires not only taste (in both meanings) but also quick reflexes. Hot dishes cool down quickly, salad leaves wilt, and ice cream melts. That’s why clear organization and smooth teamwork are crucial during the shoot.

A good shot happens when the photographer, food stylist, and chef understand each other with half a word. Everyone knows what and why they are doing something: someone is responsible for taste, someone for the visuals. Sometimes a dish is prepared separately just for the shot — otherwise, it simply won’t last until the right angle.

How to shoot food beautifully: the main thing is to make people want to eat itA good food photo is one that makes you think, “I want this right now.”

To achieve that, the following are important:

• Lighting — usually soft, simulating daylight. It makes the food look lively and voluminous.
• Composition — so it’s clear in the frame what is the main focus and what is the complement.
• Minimalism — extra items distract; a clean presentation works better.
• Color and freshness — especially for vegetables, greens, and drinks.

• Experienced food photographers with a strong portfolio.
• Own studio and the option for on-location shoots.
• Fast and clear organization of the shooting process.

We work with brands, restaurants, cafes, and marketplaces.Good food photos aren’t just about beauty—they’re about appetite. When you look at the picture, you really want to try the dish. If you need your dishes to look delicious and vibrant, contact us at wowmodna.com. We’ll tell you how we can help and find the right shooting format for you.

Shooting beverages requires attention to detail: it’s important that the glass is clean, the ice is clear, and the drink itself "plays" with the light.

For a cooling effect, we add condensation using a spray bottle.

We use backlighting so the drink appears to glow.

We pay close attention to colors: whether it’s tea, juice, lemonade, or a cocktail — everything should look fresh and natural.Where to order food photographyIf you need professional food photography — for example, to update a menu, catalog, or advertisement — feel free to contact our studio. You can learn more about the service on our website page www.wowmodna.com — there you’ll find examples of our work and details on how the process works.

Our work is based on generating creative solutions that turn ideas into reality. We create unique concepts, develop scenarios, select locations, and have a team of professionals who can bring the most daring ideas to life.