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How to Photograph Fruit

Many people think of fruit as relatively boring in a visual sense. But a good photographer can capture the color and nature of fruit in a way that is visually stimulating. Some choose to capture beautiful shots of fruit in its natural setting, such as an apple on a tree, while others find that shooting fruit in a staged setting can be as challenging as it is artistically rewarding.

Things You'll Need

Polarizing filter

Instructions

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  Prepare the setting. If you want to photograph the fruit on a kitchen table, clear it off entirely except for any props you want showing in the photograph. Props could include a bowl to place the fruit in, or decorative tablecloths for added color.
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  Set the lighting. Fruit makes a great subject because of its distinct colors, so open the room up to natural light. Open any curtains and shades, and choose a time of day suitable for natural light.
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  Prepare the fruit on the setting. You might want to cut open several pieces of fruit or sprinkle water droplets on them for added effect. If you have a mixture of fruit, you can take the time to balance the colors throughout the shot.
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  Prepare your camera. Attach a polarizing filter to reduce the shine that emits from glossy surfaces in the scene, but be aware that a polarizer will also reduce the brightness of any natural light in your shot. A portrait lens is appropriate, but some photographers prefer a wide-angle lens for stock photos of fruit.
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  Shoot the photo, experimenting with low and high shots. Low shots are often best with long fruit such as a banana. High, direct shots are best with subjects such as a bowl filled with berries. Begin with an f-stop of 2.8, adjusting it as you go based on the amount of light in the room.

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