Using Color Theory in Food Photography

[@gretam9115]

Hats off to you Joanie!!! Thank you for all the effort you put to explain such tough topics in simple words!

[@TheBiteShot]

So glad it was helpful, Greta

[@MrRandomatom]

Best teacher of anything, ever?

[@djbrickhouse1]

Excellent video on color! You gave me a new perspective on how to look at color in my photography.

[@transylvanianfarmer]

Yeah, I think I’d need a Joanie version of the book to be able to grasp what he’s saying. You make it so simple and practical ❤️

[@claudio_sergiacomo]

Thanks so much Joanie for bringing up this topic which for me it is very important in food and product photography... I wish you can create a series of episodes about this topic cause what you have covered here is just the scratch of the surface and I really thank you for creating this video

[@PatrickJaszewski]

This was very eye-opening to me! I really underestimated applying color theory to my food photos/videos. Your explanation makes me want to pick up that book and dive in to learn more!

[@TheBiteShot]

So glad! I think colors are endlessly fascinating!

[@erweber]

Thanks Joanie, you are by far the best resource for food photography! I'm beginning my career in the beautiful field and I found your videos to be very infomative and complete.

[@SusanneGeert]

Thanks for all your helpful videos Joanie 🙌🏼 It's clear that you spend A LOT og time producing these videos and you should know that you are one of a kind consistently on a weekly basis making SO relevant and helpful and rather advanced (not complicated, but differnet from most of what comes out here) videos. A huge thank you😊

[@geoffgibson2320]

Brilliant Joanie. Well done!!!

[@Jdikmen]

Love the "Color Swatch Support Dog"!

[@aTiNiL]

Ok, this was absolutely mind blowing 🤯 Thank youuu!

[@jennysjourney02]

Very interested. This is very helpful to know in so many other areas, like in design. Definitely want to try this exercise.

[@KewalTravel]

I am inspired with this video. this really changed my way of thinking about what my photos are lacking. Thankyou Very Much 😍

[@benharris3949]

You are a gifted teacher. And Ryan, oh my...

[@Noealz]

A lot of photographers know their cameras in and out but know little about color theory. looks amazing btw :)

[@carolinekouns9077]

Great explanation of colour theory... love the hubby & puppers cameo role.... 😂😍

[@jamiecoupaud2078]

I learned about this by accident several years ago when I changed my Photoshop background from gray to white. Mind blowing! I had no idea what the actual term for it was. Loved your explanation. Thanks!

[@JustinWilliamsjstnwllms]

I was not digging this book, but this video helped pull it together a little. Thanks, Joanie.

[@TheBiteShot]

It's definitely a beast, but well worth fighting through it. I remembered the first time picking it up wondering what the heck I had stepped into. More lessons from this book over the next three weeks, so hopefully it will grow on ya

[@bygalofernandez]

Wow Joanie... thank you very much for this video!!! My hole life was fascinated by light and colors... I do study a lot, long time ago Goethe blow my mind, but this explanation, simple, cool and straight to the point blow my mind!!! Thank you again!!!

[@take9film]

I love your videos so much, they are really a lot of inspiration. And it's great with how much enthusiasm and authenticity you explain everything. I'm really happy to have found your channel a few months ago.

[@veronicavassileva]

love the quality of this video and how nurdy it gets

[@miaomiaou_]

Omg this took me straight back to freshman year foundation courses getting my BFA! The book, the Coloraid papers (wish I still had em but I gave em to a friend). Thanks for the video and demo! Always great to get back to basics:)

[@Wholebitenutrition]

This is so mind blowing. Love it! Also, dying at Ryan😂 He should be an actor.

[@Kaldoon73]

I think that the video will be better without music 😊👌

[@Robert-ko6wr]

Note to self...Apple for the teacher but experiment with light backgrounds to accent the red of the apple. She will appreciate the extra credit work! Another useful video where food becomes an excellent teaching prop. You are a very smart and creative instructor and it was great to see your husband who made you laugh! Cheers!

[@paosalmon]

I love love love your videos, I feel I could listen to you for hours

[@dianagecel9799]

It’s the best ever color explanation. And I’ve ordered the book from amazon today to learn more 🙊😁

[@bikecommuter24]

Color Theory and Art History you just sent a chill up my spine and memories of Art School some of those books and those color samples yep been there done that. Interesting topic, I even see you using one of the color tricks in your opening sequence with those splashes of Red around you. 👍

[@sejalkothari6687]

Very fascinating! Thank you for sharing!

[@ohyofavis]

This video blew my mind! This video taught me tons of things that art school didn't!

[@stportraits7984]

impressed with that info and your explanation/application of it. Liking your coffee mug (hugs from western NY, Lake Erie area). Keep up the strong work!

[@TheBiteShot]

Ryan and I lived in NYC when we were newlyweds...definitely miss it!

[@michaelmcphee2930]

Now that was really interesting and thoroughly and methodically presented to be easily understood. It was great, thank you

[@kitchd-laura]

Does adding texture change a color? Texture isn't flat or uniform, and in a solid cloth napkin, a single color appears to have slightly different shades depending on how the light catches it. Also, would adding another texture detract from the inherent texture/colors already in the food/subject?

[@brandicheng7310]

OMG.. your husband cracks me up!!!! LOL.. Thanks for all you do! I learn so much!

[@bellatrixhs1]

Damn woman! You make every concept so easy to understand... Really shows how much effort you put in to your videos... Keep rolling!

[@TheBiteShot]

[@natoliadestival6142]

Super interesting! I had no idea of that concept of color substraction. It really blew my mind. Thank you for upgrading my photography game like that!

[@stevekdigitalworx]

Joanie, how much does color psychology play in food photography?

[@ArtLoversLab]

fantastic teacher!

[@miquelprat]

You did some magic here.

[@umerzafar]

Thank you so much Joaine.

[@vivahabbitvanassen]

This was a super video this morning but I can't get up at 6:00 a.m. to see you but still this was super great! thanks.

[@orelbitan]

That is an amazing video. Very important info and you are teaching it perfectly! Thank you!

[@TtoTheOmarse]

Brilliantly explained! I had no idea. Thanks.

[@StefanieSpencer]

AMAZING love it! So crazy! I'm definitely going to play around with these ideas. So cool! 😍

[@Pluffycloud]

What if I need to capture fried/ grilled foods like grilled fish / stingray. They range from darker browns on terms of what color they are. Usually I would use a white backdrop, however if I want to have a “vintage/ old school” feel to it. What color should I use ?

[@nehapai2654]

I love that you put in soo much effort to give us such an "ah-ha" moment tutorial and yet the highlight of the video for me was "Frisky blue.... Don't mind if I do!" 😂😂

[@TheBiteShot]

Ha ha! Ryan hasn't had a cameo in a while, so figured it was time

[@nehapai2654]

Haha! Love your family...! ❤️😁

[@Mustafa_dxb]

Great work 👏 👍 👌

[@Davidkiania]

Best color theory class I have ever been part of .... Love this so much I am going full hog.

[@ericarobbin]

This is so helpful! I so struggled with my last post- which used the Mardi Gras colors. I ended up going with my original recipe/shots which used a açaí purple smoothie base instead of the green spinach banana one even though I still wasn't happy with either in the end because the tones just don't work well together. I need that book professor Joanie!

[@TheBiteShot]

Color never ceases to amaze me! So glad to help

[@geovannihop]

Very nice video!!! It helps me a lot..

[@melissalisi]

more videos like this please!! I loved it

[@katvolkova]

hahah love the bit with "Frisky Blue"

[@tharapaul.m5218]

This is pure gold ✨✨✨✨✨✨

[@CheatDayEats]

I love your videos! Side note what kind of dog do you have?

[@OldGamerPapi]

Where do you get all your accessories?

[@niyatigokhale7746]

Hello. I follow your video. I like the way you explain. one request, can you kindly put one video which camera should be use and what lights need to have for the beginners to startup. Have a great day Thanks & Regards, Swati

[@hannagrace3302]

Fantastic video!! Thank you from this grad art student!

[@Mandamcan]

OMG This book looks amazing! I'm for sure going to buy and study this :)

[@jesse113553]

5:06 Imagine how confusing the surveillance security guard would look 😂 always love a Ryan cameo

[@ruthcheriyan8515]

Wow this is so good

[@flickcine]

KZbin hasn't been notifying me of your videos :( Now happily catching up on the last few!

[@TheBiteShot]

Darn KZbin. Glad you're rockin' and rollin' now! I do send out weekly e-mails about new videos in case that's helpful. You can join the list: joaniesimon.lpages.co/food-photography-interest/

[@anaveroandrade]

I Love your videos! Greetings from Ecuador

[@roohisayed89]

New subscriber here! Love your channel. It’s really helping me with soap photography (I make soap that looks like food) 😁

[@roobie225]

you are absolutely perfect:)

[@heather8901]

I never read that in art school! Ordering a copy!

[@harrisonchen6884]

Thanks for the great video!! More videos like these PLEASE !!!! :D

[@TheBiteShot]

Next one coming tomorrow :)

[@rawakurdman2385]

Thank For your information

[@robinnolan3561]

Oh, Mr. Simon, you're so funny. Love this vid, Joanie...I'm not new to color theory, but mind still blown!

[@ElspethEvans]

Excellent! Will try to track down that book. 'There's a lot of guys with a lot of squares' also made me laugh!

[@TheBiteShot]

:) so glad to have found friends who appreciate my humor...lol

[@JesnisFoodieDays]

Thank you for sharing 😍

[@jeremiahjohnson5394]

What color would you say your cup is?

[@LeonardCorraya]

Facts the color of food is good point for attractive people's.Valuable tips,Thank you.

[@leoanrdo090]

wow ,, that was very helpful

[@missuma6822]

Thank you for the video!

[@faahimrafi8720]

thank you

[@lluvia3thkpsp]

Omggg! Thank you so much

[@leonardosomana938]

thank you !!!!!!

[@fotoclubperu9599]

Love your video! LOL

[@fozan_ns]

Thanks Joanie for the explanation, the explanation its great but i must to practice to more understand. TQ.. :)

[@sravantibalaji8999]

I never knew there was so much to color! Brb need to uh...sneakily hit up my local Home Depot..... 😛

[@TheBiteShot]

Being sneaky definitely required :) lol!

[@aldreddsouza9002]

Oh. My. Freaking. God! Thank you sooo much for this♥️♥️

[@nourtutorials]

Not first but really thank you for creating

[@ShutterIMAGE]

you looks so pretty :D

[@toddkoelmel]

awesome!

[@justerleo]

8:15 I saw the fly before your I notice you placed word.

[@picnicworld20]

love youuuuu

[@nazia1782]

Hey Joanie

[@welovefoods]

Loving it. I’ll experiment on my instagram;)

[@LiveFalling]

I wish I could understand more :'( I speak spanish and it's really hard omg!

[@lapourda]

Dayum you really know what you're talking about and the way you explain everything is so effortless. Kinda makes me feel a bit useless comparing to you lol

[@ashleymarieslater7824]

Haha I love your husband, can I steal him? JK :) He almost stole the show, but once again, your brilliance and teaching style shine and deliver! Thank you!

[@nathanwahl7741]

You oughta be selling ad space on your mug

[@werollphoto8559]

OMG, your husband is so funny!!! I like him

[@NightmareDreamer2009]

Haha "Frisky Blue Don't mind if I Do"today's word of the day for you ;) Hue!

[@RS-Amsterdam]

Here is your Adobe Color Wheel to play with color.adobe.com/create/color-wheel/

INSANE

[@lourdesbaez8808]

You have used a circle of pigments, instead of one of light. Why?

[@Den9iel]

wow that was really clear and an amazing knowledge to have, even in portraits and landscape or whatever else you shoot. Im starting to get interested in food photography, as I also love cooking, and wanted to start shooting few dished. I have so many questions, and I was wondering if you would have suggestion or a video where you give tips on first few simple ideas and props/items to have to start with food photography. I tried yesterday to shoot my Eggplants Parmigiana, during the evening, but I have only a cheap speedlight mounted on the camera (no diffuse or remote trigger), bad tripo with no hanging arm , so had to tilt the camera as low as possibile, and not many props, therefore used only an eggplant and the basil leave. Was a nightmare, to come out with something not really appealing: instagram.com/p/BurusvrlMRA/ And I'm here stuck in the mentality that I need more items and a better flash/diffuser, or I simply need to learn something more that money dont buy?

[@katiem5989]

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