From the course: Learning Food and Drink Photography
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Comparing graphic and emotional styles
From the course: Learning Food and Drink Photography
Comparing graphic and emotional styles
When we start to compare the two different approaches, graphic or emotional, there are certain attributes that help further define the two directions and styles. In these examples, two things immediately stand out: point of view and depth of field. The overhead point of view lends itself for a more graphic approach, as it can define shapes in a faster manner. This is due in part to the flattening of the space from the point of view. Depth of field in this example extends from the top surface of the subject to the background, and although not critically sharp throughout, the focus is acceptable. On the other hand, the lower point of view in this image has a very shallow depth of field. This point of view provides more depth, even though the depth of field is very shallow. Using a shallow depth of field is a very good technique in helping the viewer stay on point to what the main subject and emphasis is in our image. We use the shapes and lighting in the background to help create a feel…
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