5 Smartphone Camera Pro Tips To Up Your #FoodPorn Game This Christmas!
Your Noche Buena has never looked better!
Cover image via The Travel HackChristmas is literally just around the corner and everyone's busy decorating their homes and preparing Noche Buena menu since September!
One classic Filipino tradition is taking pictures of the food — and the best time to do this is on *Noche Buena*, of course!
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You don't have to worry if you don't own a camera when you got a smartphone in your hand!
Follow these **#FoodPorn camera phone tips** so you can take the best angle of your mom's *Noche Buena* spread without filtering, editing or compromising quality!
1. Play around with Christmas props!
Yes, we're talking about them Christmas lights and those red, green and gold ornaments! Borrow some ornaments from your Christmas tree and make them stand on the *Noche Buena* table. They will instantly add that Christmas-y feel on your #FoodPorn photo without trying too hard.
**TIP**: Don't forget to return them in place! Moms know if something went missing!
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2. Look for the right lighting
Are you taking the photo indoors or outdoors? If indoors, go near the windows and soak your food elements in the sun and you'll see the difference it makes from just relying on artificial lighting.
If you're taking the photo at night, look for the warm (not *harsh*) lighting to make the food look more appetizing!
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3. Rule of thirds (and threes)
Remember how the rule of thirds works? This time, try the 'rule of threes'.
For food photography, it's considered aesthetically pleasing when you only capture one to three pieces of food, plates or dishes. It'll be fun to do and will push you to capture more creative angles.
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4. Take a closer shot
When was the last time you took a closer shot?
What makes a #FoodPorn photo drool-worthy is when it was taken at a very close distance that you can almost **smell, touch, and taste** the food! So don't be afraid to get closer… with your food!
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5. Flat lay all the way!
For those who haven't tried standing up over their food, try it! You'll get a better view of your *Noche Buena* spread and your mom will be happy to see everything she's cooked for hours in one photo.
**TIP**: Don't forget to tag your mom and thank her for the food!
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With Huawei P9's amazing features, capturing your Noche Buena moments would be as easy as saying, "Cheese!"
— unless you got something on your teeth!
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