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It is the process of offering the selected food to the diners in a fashion that is visually appealing.
(a)
To be able to present a visually presentable dish, the food presentation should have:
Balance
Proper portion size
Well planned arrangement on the plate
Even numbered elements on the plate
These are the additional ingredients which are selected to enhance, harmonize with, or contrast with the main ingredients.
Supporting flavors
Contemporary flavors
It is a plating style which presents the food simply by using a clock face as a guide.
Landscape Technique
Free-form
vertical
It is a plating style wherein seasonal items are prepared in three different ways. It is also an opportunity for a chef to display multiple creative pairings and preparations.
Stacked Plating
Trios
Free form plating
Triple plating
This plating style re-imagines the elements of a classic dish and presented in a modern interpretation.
Deconstructed Plating
Free Form Plating
A plating style wherein unconventional receptacles such as a coffee siphon used for holding broth, test tube for holding shots of soup, are used for a new approach in food presentation.
Communal Plating
Futuristic Plating
Free form Plating
landscape
What are the 4 components of a plate arrangement?
Main item
Accompaniments
Sauce
Garnish
Puree
This plating style brings height and drama to the presentation by layering the components in a vertical style.
Stacked
Free-form
Classic
Nordic
This food styling technique is called
Laid-flat
Buffet
landscape
diagonal
A component of a plate arrangement wherein it is usually a meat, poultry or fish item, it may also be a pasta dish or a vegetarian item.
Accompaniments
Sauces
Main item
garnishes
A component of a plate arrangement which is usually a vegetable or starch preparation that are appropriate to serve with the main item.
Side dish
Garnish
Main item
Sauces
These are small edible items which intends to enhance the visual appeal of the dish.
Accompaniments
Sauces
Garnishes
Always plate foods in even numbers.
True
False
In Traditional Plating Style, where are the vegetables plated?
Between 9 and 12 o'clock
Between 12 and 3 o'clock
Between 3 and 9 o'clock
In Traditional Plating Style, where is the entrée served?
Between 9 and 12 o'clock
Between 12 and 3 o'clock
Between 3 and 9 o'clock
In Traditional Plating Style, where is the starch plated?
Between 9 and 12 o'clock
Between 12 and 3 o'clock
Between 3 and 9 o'clock
A plating style which may include a seasonal item prepared in three different ways.
Arcs, Swooshes and Swirls
Trios
Triple
This plating style brings height and drama to the presentation by layering the components in a vertical style.
Layering
Compact plating
Stacked plating
A plating style which re-imagines the elements of a classic dish into a modern interpretation.
Deconstructed plating
Free form plating
Futuristic plating
The organized randomness of this plating style presents an arbitrary yet natural appearance.
Deconstructed plating
Free form plating
Futuristic plating
A plating style which uses unconventional receptacles which can surprise diners.
Deconstructed plating
Free form plating
Futuristic plating
A plating tool which helps in placing small, delicate garnishes.
Molds
Shavers
Precision tongs
tweezers
It is used to quickly separate solids from liquids.
Slotted spoons
Squeeze bottles
Saucier spoons
These are young vegetable greens that are approximately 1-3 inches tall, which has intense aromatic flavor and concentrated nutrient content and come in a variety of colors and textures.
legumes
herbs
florets
spices
This plating tool helps in developing height and structure when stacking ingredients.
Molds
Stencil
Pattern
What is the best lighting for taking food photography?
(a)
What is motor oil sometimes used as a stand-in for?
Coffee
Syrup
Lens lubricant
What is glycerin sometimes used as a stand-in for?
Cooked fat
Water droplets
Donut/cake frosting
Butter
When soaked and microwaved, ____________ can create the illusion of steaming-hot foods.
Noodles
Tissues
Leaves
Cotton balls
Spray deodorant can be used to make grapes look ________.
More vibrant
Rounder
More matte
Greener
Toothpicks can:
Reminder viewers to brush their teeth
Hold sandwiches together
Be set afire to create grill marks
Tease out the perfect crumbs
If the milk in a cereal bowl looks too good, it might actually be:
Paint
Glue
Coconut jello
Ice cream
What is the most common colour for plates/bowls in food photography?
White
Black
Grey, brown, or off-white
Blue
How are stacks of pancakes often kept so perfectly straight?
Toothpicks holding them together
Pancakes are glued together
Cardboard pieces in between the pancakes
Meat is often _______ in food photos.
Raw
Rotten
Cooked well-done
Fake
Fruit is sometimes touched up with ______ for even colour.
Paint
Food colouring
Lipstick
Since photographing ice cream under studio lights is almost impossible, photographers often use _______ as a substitute.
Creamed corn
Mashed potatoes
Butter or lard with icing sugar
Flour/water paste
Almost every time you see ______ in professional food photos, they're fake.
Lemons
Cheese slices
Ice cubes
Crackers
What is the most important thing about food photography?
Using strobe lighting
Shooting against the light
Shooting with the light
Using multiple light sources
What does shooting against the light in food photography create?
Flattened food
Soft play of shadow
Harsh shadows
Glossy look
What is the purpose of using a flag or course fabric in food photography?
To add more light to the scene
To create a darker shadow
To create a dramatic lighting effect
To cut down on shadows and create a softer look
What is the importance of shaping light in food photography?
To add more shadows
To create a dreamy quality
To control the lighting on different parts of the subject
To make the food look bigger
What is the recommended camera for food photography?
A camera with good low-light capabilities
Any camera that you know well
A camera with high megapixels
The most expensive camera
What is the purpose of using props and different surfaces in food photography?
To make the food look more appetizing
To create a bigger world in a small space
To add complexity to the composition
To distract from the food
What is the main subject in food photography called?
The hero
The centerpiece
The focal point
The main attraction
What is food photography composition?
The process of arranging visual elements within the frame
The process of editing food images on a computer
The process of cooking food for a photoshoot
The process of selecting props for food photography
What is the benefit of shooting tethered in food photography?
It allows you to share your images directly to social media
It enables you to add filters to your images in real-time
It helps in cooking the food more efficiently
It allows you to see your images on a larger screen as you shoot
What is the rule of thirds in photography?
A grid composed of nine squares and four grid lines to guide composition
A method to adjust the lighting of the photograph
A rule that requires the subject to be placed in the center of the frame
A technique to blur the background of the image
What are the three popular angles for food photography?
Front view, top view, bottom view
Overhead, 45 degree angle, straight on
Side view, diagonal, upside down
Close-up, panoramic, bird's eye view
Why is it important to consider the orientation of the image in food photography?
To ensure the image fits the platform where it will be shared
To create a sense of depth in the image
To add visual interest to the composition
To control the lighting of the image
What are the two color temperatures in food photography compositions?
Neutral colors and vibrant colors
Cool colors and warm colors
Primary colors and secondary colors
Bright colors and dark colors
What is monochromatic color composition in food photography?
Using a variety of colors to create a harmonious composition
Using two directly opposite colors for contrast
Focusing on one color with different shades ranging from light to dark
Using colors that sit next to each other on the color wheel
What is negative space in food photography composition?
The space that is used for adding text to the image
The space that is intentionally left blank in the image
The space that is filled with props and ingredients
The space that surrounds the subject, helping the image feel less crowded
How do leading lines and shapes contribute to food photography composition?
They adjust the color temperature of the image
They control the depth of field in the image
They add texture to the image
They guide people's eye in the composition
What is the purpose of playing with props and ingredients in food photography composition?
To fill the entire frame with different elements
To distract from the main subject of the image
To add complexity to the image
To create a composition that is visually interesting and unexpected
What is the benefit of using complimentary colors in food photography composition?
It produces more contrast and can be really impactful
It focuses on one color with different shades ranging from light to dark
It creates a soothing color palette
It adds boldness and contrast to the image
How does playing with angles contribute to food photography composition?
It creates a sense of depth in the image
It adds complexity to the image
It helps in figuring out the best angles to represent the food
It guides people's eye in the composition
What is the main goal of food photography according to the text?
To capture the texture and colors of the subject only
To make the audience feel something
To use commercial photography techniques
To tell a story with every photograph
As per the text, what is still-life art in food photography aimed to capture?
The texture, colors, and uniqueness of the food or dish
The rules and tricks of photography
The gadgets and accessories used in photography
The story behind the food
According to the text, what remains constant in food photography despite evolving methods and techniques?
The use of commercial photography techniques
The set of rules followed by photographers
A creative food photograph always tells a story
The gadgets and accessories that allow image-taking
What do food photographers do to elevate their food photos, as mentioned in the text?
They follow a set of rules and experiment with creative tricks
They only focus on the texture and colors
They avoid using any gadgets or accessories
They replicate commercial photography exactly
What is the main purpose of food photography as mentioned in the text?
To show how expensive camera equipment can be
To emphasize the beauty of the food subject
To consume the meal being photographed
To demonstrate the use of studio lights
Which of the following is used to create a high gloss effect on vegetables in food photography?
Lipstick
White glue
Deodorant
Varnish
What can be applied to strawberries to make them look riper in photographs?
Dish soap
Lipstick
White glue
Varnish
What is used instead of milk to prevent cereal from appearing soggy in photographs?
Water
White glue
Dish soap
Varnish
What is the purpose of using mashed potato instead of ice-cream in food photography?
To make it look tastier
To add color
To prevent it from melting under hot studio lights
To create a high gloss effect
What is used to give roasted turkey a lovely roasted look in food advertisements?
Natural sunlight
Dishwashing liquid
Food coloring and blowtorch
Brown paint
What is used to prevent cereal from getting soggy in a cereal box cover photo?
Water
Real milk
Glue
Whipped cream
What is sprayed on grapes to give them a dew-covered appearance in advertisements?
Water
Glycerine
Olive oil
Vinegar
What combination is used to make a rich-looking syrup pouring over pancakes in ads?
Maple syrup and water
Motor oil and food coloring
Honey and dye
Brown sugar and water
How is a hamburger made to look more appealing in fast-food advertisements?
It is cooked thoroughly on both sides.
It is painted with food coloring and lined with cardboard.
It is served fresh and hot.
It is photographed without any alterations.
Choose all the photography equipment that is needed for a photo shoot?
Camera
Tripod
Lights
SD card
Which aperture is larger?
A) f/2.8
B) f/16
C) f/22
