Good cake photography helps sell your work and attract clients. Let’s explore how to make your cakes shine in photos.
(1) Equipment & Tools
- Use DSLR or good smartphone, tripod, lightbox, reflectors.
(2) Lighting & Natural Light
- Soft window light, avoid harsh shadows, use diffusers or reflectors.
(3) Composition & Framing
- Rule of thirds, negative space, angles (top, 45°, side).
(4) Props & Backgrounds
- Use simple props: forks, flowers, plates, textured surfaces.
- Neutral backgrounds to highlight the cake.
(5) Styling the Cake
- Clean edges, remove crumbs, fresh garnish.
- Add height, layers, contrasting colors.
(6) Close‑ups & Details
- Capture texture, piping, layers, crumb structure.
(7) Post‑Processing & Editing
- Use light editing: exposure, contrast, white balance, cropping.
(Conclusion)
Try shooting each cake in multiple angles and choose the best ones to share. Tag us — we’d love to see your photos!