Photo of the Week

We're still loving our bridal inspired shoot from last week. Here's another great outtake!

{how adorable is this pink chair?!}

behind the scenes: bridal

Just by looking at these 'behind the scene' shots, literally quick takes between adjustments and such, that all of these photographs turned out SO beautiful. White, crisp, modern, and everything bridal! Check out those ruffle curtains {previously posted here} too! They create the most perfect texture, without distracting.

{this dress appeared to have feathers all on the bottom, but it was ripped organza! it was gorgeous}

Thirsty Thursday

This specific recipe is probably for a larger group, summer get together, or I guess if you like to drink a lot....yourself! It's very summery and refreshing, especially with the fresh lemon and mint sprigs. I would recommend getting a cute pitcher and serving like that!

Watermelonade Mixers

• 1 {12-pound} watermelon {preferably seedless}
• 1/4 cup sugar, divided
• 4 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, divided
• 16 cups ice cubes, divided
• 12.7 ounces {Half of a Fifth} of Watermelon Flavored Vodka

Garnish:

• lemon slices; mint sprigs
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• Cut watermelon flesh into 2-inch chunks and discard rind. Purée one fourth of watermelon in a blender with 1 Tbsp sugar, 1 tsp lemon juice, 4 cups ice, and a pinch of salt. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl, discarding solids. Make 3 more batches. Add the Watermelon Vodka and sugar to taste. Serve over ice. 

Wedding Bells

We have a wedding inspired shoot coming up tomorrow and we couldn't be more excited. We do shoot a lot of food but love shooting a variety of different products and tomorrow is no exception! We will have a makeup & hairstylist, models, and will be shooting a variety of room scenes. The theme is white, white and more white {hello bridal}! We are hanging sheers on a white sweep in order to create texture. We got plain white sheers {exactly what the client wanted} but also white sheers with a little twist in order to offer some variety! We like to make sure all bases are covered and sometimes it's good to offer options just in case the client might want some.

{our little twist}

Thirsty Thursday

Pineapple Mai Tai Recipe

Pineapple Mai Tai Ingredients: 

4 oz orange juice

4 oz pineapple juice

1 oz lime juice

1 oz dark rum

1 oz light rum

1 oz triple sec

1/2 oz grenadine

Mix all ingredients, shake with ice, and strain into a glass. 

Garnish with a cherry and a pineapple wedge.

photo of the week

My favorite part of this Sierra recipe photograph is that it can be breakfast or dessert! With pancakes, cherries, walnuts, chocolate chips, and whip cream, it's the best of both worlds.  Which would you eat it for?

behind the scenes: recipe shots

There are many different kinds of food photography shots that range in complexity and difficulty. To name a couple, there are outline shots, packaging shots, and the elusive recipe shots. Recipe shots can be more editorial and definitely leave a little room for creativity. There are still {as always} a shot list and certain items that HAVE to be included in the shot, but in terms of placement and angle, there is a little leeway.

{I love this photo....Stylist notes, just to show a bit of the complexity of the behind the scenes}

{Some quick shots of the stand-ins for the recipe shots...Sliders!}

{Stand-in for the Sante Fe Burger recipe shot}

{Stand-in for an Sausage & Fresh Vegetable pasta recipe}