Hector Sanchez, Photographer, New York

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An overhead food photography composition captures a freshly baked pecan pie centered on a dark grooved plate, with a single slice removed to reveal the dark filling. The pie features a neatly arranged spiral pattern of whole pecan halves across its surface, enclosed by a ruffled, golden-brown crust. Surrounding the plate on a textured cloth surface are raw pecans in shells, green leaves, scattered nut fragments, and small decorative patches. The lighting is warm and directional, casting soft shadows and highlighting the rich textures of the pastry and nuts. A wicker basket filled with more nuts and a fork resting beside another pie slice complete the rustic tabletop arrangement.