Anatomy of an advertising shoot from a professional food photographer..
Being a professional commercial food photographer differs from being a hobbyist in many ways. Not only do you have to take great […]
Crank up the BBQ-Grilled Ribeye Steak
A great steak from aged grass-fed beef can’t be beat. It doesn’t need a rub massaged into it to mask the flavor. Its own flavor is sublime.
Swordfish on corn pepper relish with cilantro oil-Recipe
Ingredients-Marinated swordfish 4 skinless 7oz swordfish steaks 1 inch thick Juice of 2 lemons 1/2 cup olive oil 1 tsp. salt […]
Perfect Rib Roast, Succulent and Savory
This is my favorite cut of beef--rich, luscious and comforting, and so simple to make. Let the flavor of the meat reign supreme by adding only salt and pepper as seasonings.
NYC Union Square Farmer’s Market Burger
The Sutter Home Winery Build a Better Burger Contest chose this luscious beef burger entered by my son Chris Kirigin as a finalist. It makes use of locally grown fresh from the farm ingredients and is truly delectable.
Food Pornographer at large-Tips for aspiring food porn stars
The term food porn is what people are calling the beautiful food shots that are in your face, up close and make you drool. That makes me a food pornographer. I actually really love the term. It makes what I do seem so much more intriguing.
Grilled Pork Chops with Balsamic Caramelized Pears
Ingredients 1 1/2 quarts water 5 tablespoons kosher salt 2 tablespoons white sugar 6 pork loin chops, 1/2 inch thick 1/2 cup […]
Emeril’s Crown Roast of Lamb Recipe
Ingredients 2 trimmed racks of lamb, 1 1/2 to 2 pounds each Salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 cup Creole mustard […]
When inspiration is needed shoot sweets
For a lot of aspiring food photographers approaching the right subject can be the difference between a great photograph or a disaster. Unless you are an accomplished chef and can really create beautifully styled dishes, stay away from complicated subjects at first keep it simple.
Best Cherry Pie Recipe
Ingredients 1 recipe pastry for a 9-inch double crust pie 1 (20 ounces) can pit sour cherries 1 cup white sugar 1/3 […]
Film vs. Digital what does it matter?
People ask me all the time which is better film or digital? The question is a valid one but really has no correct answer. I could get all technical and describe pixel counts and all sorts of other photographer jargon but that would be really boring.