8848’s latest food photoshoot brought together a photographer, art director and food stylist to showcase a new range of slow-cooked ready meals.
Pro-Pak Foods is a major supplier of delicious ready meals to many of the UK’s leading supermarkets and convenience stores. The company, based in Malton, North Yorkshire, has built an excellent reputation over the last 25 years. Today, its chefs have created a menu of more than 200 quality meals and the business makes 150,000 meals a day.
The latest photoshoot captured a new range of slow-cooked products including BBQ pork ribs, BBQ pulled pork and beef brisket.
Look out for the new range in retailers in the coming weeks.
Photographer: Dean Mitchell.
Art Director: Adrian Wilde
Food stylist: Liz Martin.
Techniques to try at home to get mouth-watering images
Social media platforms like Instagram and Pinterest have made it easier for people to share food photos with a wider audience. This has created a demand for high-quality food photography that can capture viewers’ attention. If you’re looking to add social media followers with your own food photography here are a few suggestions to try at home.
Use natural light
Natural light is the best light for food photography because it is soft and diffused, which helps to create a natural and appealing look. If you are shooting indoors, try to find a spot near a window or use a light diffuser to soften the light.
Take time to arrange your food
Take some time to arrange your food in a way that is visually appealing. Think about the colours, textures, and shapes of the food and how they can be used to create a pleasing composition.
Use a tripod
A tripod will help to keep your camera steady, which is important for getting sharp photos.
Experiment with different angles
Don’t be afraid to experiment with different angles when shooting food. A high angle can make food look more delicate, while a low angle can make it look more inviting. You can also try shooting from a side angle to show off the different textures of the food.
About 8848
8848 is an award-winning full-service agency. We’re based in the Midlands but our clients are based across the UK and further afield. Alongside photography, our services include video production, marketing, creative design, PR, social media management and event management.
We work with clients of all sizes to help them achieve their sales goals through PR, social media, and marketing. We’re unique as one of our specialisms is an in-house business-to-business contact centre.
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We’re on the hunt for new talent to join our growing agency. Are you a social media specialist or a brilliant PR? You may even be in your final year of university and looking for a part-time role to gain valuable experience. Email charlotte.bennett@8848agency.com to find out more.