Beth Galton, Photographer, New York

Description

A stack of pancakes sits on a white plate, bathed in warm, inviting light against a stark black background. Maple syrup is being poured onto the pancakes. The syrup cascades down the stack, coating each layer in a glossy sheen. Fresh blueberries are scattered artfully on top of the pancakes and around the plate, adding pops of color. A pat of butter rests on top of the pancake stack. The photograph is taken with a shallow depth of field, which focuses attention on the pancakes and blurs the foreground and background. The lighting is dramatic, creating highlights and shadows that emphasize the texture of the pancakes and the richness of the syrup.