Emily Hawkes, Photographer, New York

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A close-up vertical shot features a stacked three-tier glass serving plate heavily laden with golden-brown, flaky scones. Each tier displays multiple round baked pastries with textured, crumbly surfaces and warm brown crusts. The glass plates feature an intricate pressed pattern catching soft daylight. In the background, a blue and white checked textile surface provides a classic tabletop setting. The composition emphasizes the layered arrangement of the baked goods from a straight-on perspective.