Alex Lau, Photographer, New York

Description

This food photography captures a rustic charcuterie and cheese platter arranged on a translucent green glass plate, illuminated by harsh direct sunlight creating strong shadows. The platter features large wedges of aged cheese, sliced cantaloupe, crackers, dark chocolate pieces, dried fruits, pickled vegetables, and bright orange edible flower petals scattered across a tortilla. A wine bottle with a cork rests near the upper left edge, while two glasses filled with a light-coloured beverage sit in the lower right foreground. The composition is shot from a high angle, highlighting the varied textures of the food items against a light surface. The lighting style is sharp and directional, casting pronounced shadows across the scene and emphasizing the rich textures of the provisions.

Style

Editorial, Vertical, Warm, Grainy

Techniques

Analogue / film, Natural light

Industries

Restaurants

Color

Context

Editorial