It’s time for another installment of behind the scenes covering my July food shots. I personally like to see how other bloggers take their shots. Whether it be the background, props or food styling there is always something that I want to try and remember for the future. I usually take this shot after I take all the other photos so I’m still trying to remember to take them.

This month I experimented with different backgrounds and colors. Lately I’ve been on an all white trend but sometimes I like to switch it up depending on the food that I am shooting. Most of these photos from July were shot outside on a stool that is located on my patio. I use multiple white boards for backgrounds and to help bounce the light. The textured backgrounds that I used this month are tile samples from Lowes or Home Depot. They range from about $2-4 dollars each and are very easy to clean. When I’m using a plain white background the food and props are sitting on parchment paper. I typically place 2 to 3 sheets down and then just throw it away after I use it. Costco has a huge roll of parchment paper and it has lasted me for months.

Don’t forget to check out the link below each photo to see the finished LIVE shot.

ENJOY ~ Meagan

Apple, fennel and cheese hot dogs 

Cheeseburger gnocchi

Indian spiced chicken meatballs

The ultimate breakfast casserole

Chipotle pork burger

Baked general tso chicken with cauliflower rice

Garden party cocktail