Whether you’re interested in a career in food photography or upgrading your memory-preserving game, your journey can start with a few simple lessons and a smartphone.
Direct sunlight, streetlights, and any light from reflections all qualify as ambient lighting as long as you aren’t the one controlling where the light lands.
A good first step is practicing your favorite recipes, and exploring new ones. The use of props and a bit of food styling will also make them more beautiful as well.
The goal of a professional food photographer is to sell that product, whether it's a piece of cake from a food blogger's recipe or a bottle of soda.