Ian Loring Shiver, Photographer, New York

Description

This photograph by Ian Loring Shiver captures a dramatic restaurant service moment as a white-gloved hand lifts a polished dome lid from a magnificent iced seafood platter. The platter is laden with bright red lobster claws, king crab legs, and fresh shellfish resting on crushed ice with wisps of vapor curling upward. Flanking the central platter are a martini glass garnished with olives and a tall glass of white wine on a white tablecloth. A vibrant red napkin drapes across the foreground, adding a strong splash of color to the composition. The background reveals the warm, atmospheric interior of a restaurant with wooden paneling and glowing overhead lights. The lighting is crisp and highlights the metallic reflections of the serving dome and the glistening textures of the fresh seafood.

Style

Vertical, Commercial, Saturated, Warm

Techniques

Natural light

Industries

Restaurants

Color

Background

Café

Context

Advertising Campaign, Editorial