The Best Food Photography Props

Here are over 30 food photography props that will make your photos pop!

What makes a good prop?

It should: enhance the visual appeal of the dish, complement the overall theme, and add depth to the story of your food.

Food Photo Props

This article is broken into 4 sections: backgrounds, main elements, secondary elements, and decor items.

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Backdrops and surfaces that have texture help enhance your photos and set the mood.

Stone tiles add authenticity and texture to photos.

Old book pages create layering and a lived in feel.

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Crumpled newspaper helps tell a story and create layering.

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Matte or speckled ceramic dishes create visual interest and texture.

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Wooden or stone boards can elevate food and tell a story.

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Unique or colored glassware can cast interesting shadows.

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