6 TIPS FOR FOOD PHOTOGRAPHY WITH YOUR SMARTPHONE

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In 2017, 85% of all photos taken worldwide were taken with smartphone cameras. You can definitely use your cell phone to get a great photo.

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NATURAL LIGHTING IS YOUR FRIEND

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COMPOSITION FOR FOOD PHOTOGRAPHY: RECOGNIZABLE YET DETAILED

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CAMERA ZOOM OPTIONS

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USING A TRIPOD

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