Food Photography Workshop 2026
Food Photography Workshop 2026
This hands-on Food Photography Workshop is led by Fatima Al-Emadi https://www.instagram.com/fatima__alemadi/?hl=en . From selecting the right lens and camera settings to shaping light, arranging props, and styling a dish, participants will learn how to create photographs that look appetizing, polished, and visually engaging.
The workshop will also explore how different lighting directions, backgrounds, colors, textures, and compositions can completely change the mood of a food photograph. Participants will have the opportunity to practice photographing prepared dishes in a controlled setup while receiving practical guidance throughout the session.
What You’ll Learn
· Recommended camera settings and lens choices for food photography
· How to work with natural and artificial light
· Understanding front, side, and backlighting techniques
· Composition and framing for stronger food images
· Choosing backgrounds, surfaces, props, and accessories
· Basic food styling techniques to enhance presentation
· Using colors, textures, and layers to create visual interest
· Selecting the best shooting angles, including overhead, 45-degree, and eye-level perspectives
· Controlling highlights, shadows, and reflections
· Creative techniques for capturing detail and atmosphere
· Practical tips for producing professional-looking food photographs
The workshop combines technical instruction, creative inspiration, and hands-on shooting, giving participants the opportunity to develop their own visual style while learning how to make food look its best in front of the camera.
Suitable for: Beginner to intermediate photographers, food content creators, bloggers, restaurant owners, and anyone interested in improving their food photography skills.
What to Bring: Camera, preferred lens, memory card, and fully charged batteries.
Date: 29th August 2026
Time: 1pm to 3pm
Location: Cup and Go, The Mall Qatar.
Contact person: Jenny +974 77040212