Thursday, March 11, 2010

Food Styling For Bloggers and Food Writers

For the first time in Portland, Oregon there was a class on Food Styling For Bloggers and Food Writers at In Good Taste Cooking School. I was the instructor. It was so exciting to see everyone arrive with enthusiasm and good cheer. After describing my journey from zero to a finished cookbook doing it all myself, the real teaching task began. Tips, tricks and techniques were crowded in to three hours.

The making of a BLT for the camera is much different than making it for the plate. This picture was taken after four hours, yes four hours, of preparation.

Smoke and mirrors were used to put on grill marks with a description of what to do in Photoshop to ensure perfection. The student rave reviews reflected the impact the information had on everyone.

Portland Culinary Alliance is going to sponsor another class in September. It will include photography too. Check back for details as they become available.   
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4 comments:

  1. UnknownMarch 11, 2010 at 10:57 AM

    Hi Shiela,

    I'm still talking about this class. It was so interesting! And I was glad to make all the connections with food bloggers. Thanks!

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  2. SheilaMarch 12, 2010 at 4:03 AM

    Thanks for the kind words. If you have a blog, please add it so everyone can enjoy your work.

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  3. Laura Sabo ...March 14, 2010 at 11:13 AM

    Good going Sheila. I'm happy to hear the class was a success!

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  4. Queen Art-o-EatMarch 14, 2010 at 4:05 PM

    Now that you've started tapping you have to keep up!! Recipes or ideas from your book? Perhaps a picture and a little how and why?

    I am very glad I took your class and look forward to more.

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