Standard food photography aims to make edibles seem as appetizing as possible, which can sometimes be a little boring; however, some photographers try to spice it up a bit, making for fully satisfying photographic spreads.
Here is a list of unconventional edible portraiture, from floating food photography to maniacal mealtography.
Implications - Most people like to judge food based on what they see before even considering taking a bite. That's why chefs are always coming up with creative food presentations; so that they cook up scrumptious meals that are eye candy as well. In the artistic world, photographers have followed, only they're a lot more playful and loose with their use of food. Even outside the restaurant industry, the creative crowd has found a way to make even the most obscure food look appetizing.
25 Twists on Food Photography
Unconventional Edible Pictorials to Make you Hungry and Curious:
Armida Ascano — Nov 13, 2010 — Lifestyle
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Dinner Plate Portraits
Photographer Marcel Van Der Vlugt Puts Food on Faces
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Sculptural Burger Sandals
Robert Tabor's Shoe Designs Look Good Enough to Eat
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Everlasting Burger Photography
McDonald's Happy Meal Lasts Six Months Without Decomposing
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Food Value Photoshoots
Jonathan Blauestein's Photography Shows Just How Far a Dollar Can Go
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Suggestive Food Photography
This Cocaleca Photo Series Gets Freaky With Forbidden Fruit
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Feasting Photography
The Terry Richardson Crystal Renn Editorial is Disgustingly Delish
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Food Fashion Photography
The Ted Sabarese 'Hunger Pains' Series Captures What Models are Craving
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Molecular Meals
Dining is a Science Experiment at Chicago's 'moto' Restaurant (SPONSORED)
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Food Fight Photoshoots
'Cake' from Ben Langholz Captures a Messy Birthday Party
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Sprint Champion Breakfasts
Jonathan De Villiers Photographs the Meals of NYC Marathon Runners
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Big McLies
Webpage Dedicated to Lying Fast Food Photography
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Floating Food Spreads
Marcin Szpak 'Vegetables & Fruits' Gets Creative with Cuisine
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Bizarre Food Hybrids
Spaghetti Tacos are Slowly Taking the Country by Storm
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Marijuana Meals
'Cannabis Catering' Offers Prescribed yet Tasty Medication
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Minimalistic Mealtography
The Food Photography for Marina Aurora is Appetite-Enhancing
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Boxed Gourmet Eats
Have an Upscale Meal Anywhere with UPBox Takeaway
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Banning Food Photography
NYC Chef Bans Food Photography, Bloggers Rebell
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Maniacal Meal Portraiture
Achim Lippoth 'Dinner' Series Shows Kids Craving Cuisine
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Breakfast Band Clips
The OK Go Samsung NX100 Project Makes a Video for the Track 'Last Leaf'
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Fine Art Junkfood Photography
Bobby Henderson Taco Art
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Titillating Foodtography
Dominic Davies Captures Heston Blumenthal's Culinary Art
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Ethical Gastropubs
The Duke of Cambridge Serves Organic and Local Foods
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Laser-Cut Cuisine
This Japanese Duck Consommé Comes Garnished with Imprinted Potato
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Smashing Sweets Spreads
This Vivid Series by Rachel Bee Porter is Food Fight Fun
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Doughy Fooditure
The Dominic Wilcox Bread Lampshade is Scrumptiously Artistic and Functional
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Halloween-Inspired Pretzel Campaigns
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Toaster Pastry Galleries
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AI-Generated Real-World Transformations
AI-Artist Who Gives a Unique Design to Real Objects
Naturalistic Taco Stand Campaigns
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Kid-Powered Imagination Campaigns
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Restyled Cinematic Makeup Campaigns
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Street Food-Inspired Rice Bowls
Ben’s Original Just Added Four New Street Food Rice Dishes
Distorted Burger Campaigns
Burger King's A.I.LLOWEEN Features Unsettling People Eating Burgers
Instant Noodle Advent Calendars
Koka's Unique Christmas Countdown Shares 12 Comforting Meals
Coffin-Shaped Ice Cream Tubs
The Alchemist by JDO Satisfies Consumers' Desire for the Unexpected
AI Food Photography Apps
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AI-Generated Soup Can Art
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Immersive Tomato Dining
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Blurry Abstract Photography Exhibits
Hiroshi Sugimoto Displays the Optical Allusion Exhibition
Virtual Cooking Adventures
Infinite Chef Provides a Dynamic Platform for Culinary Experimentation
Takeaway Tasting Menus
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Edible Adventure Game Sets
'Gummyquest' Transforms Tabletop Gaming Pieces into Gummy Candies
Car design luxury books
Aston Martin and McLaren use Benedict Redgrove to showcase designs
Unretouched Photography Books
Dove Reimagine Beauty Celebrates Authentic Representation
Plant-Based Breakfast Menus
Alpro and a Michelin-Trained Chef Collaborated on Inspiring Eats
Content-Based Shopping Experiences
Gopuff Launches 'Recipe Hub' for Quick Meal Ideas
3D Printed Medical Food
Gastronology is Working on 3D-Printed Foor for Dysphagia Patients
Everything-Flavored Twisted Pastries
Tim Hortons Selling Its Savoury Twists in 2 New Varieties
Playful Restaurant Pop-Ups
The Play-Doh Restaurant of Imagination Turns Kids' Creations Edible
Marketer-Targeted Cereal Ads
Surreal's Out-of-Home Campaign Speaks to Marketers, Not Consumers
Upside Down Ice Creams
Vice & Versa Offers a Unique Twist to a Classic Treat
Snack-Themed Textbooks
FUNdamental Textbooks by Heinz Make Learning More Playful
Festive Meat-Made Holiday Houses
The Edible Architecture Charcuterie Chalet Kit is Savory
Festive Baking Miniatures
The Miniverse Make It Mini Food Holiday Series Makes Tiny Treats
Child-Friendly Camera Concepts
The Camera for Kids Concept Reimagines the Digital Camera
Memory-Making Retro Camera Concepts
The Polaroid Duo Modular Instant Camera is a Sleek Concept
Fridge-Decorating Trend Guides
The Takeout Published a Professional Chef's Guide on Fridgescaping
Exquisite Celebrity-Chef Truffles
Wolfgang Puck Estate Truffles Boast 12 Distinct Flavors
Horror Film-Inspired Cookbooks
The Death for Dinner Cookbook by Zach Neil Has 60 Recipes
Craft Cocktail Popcorn Snacks
Eatable Offers Chocolate Espresso Martini Milk Chocolate Kettle Corn
Revitalized Culinary Efforts
Moroccan Hotel Takes Food Localization to New Heights
Exclusive Date Night Recipes
HelloFresh & Tinder Launched Date Night Delights Recipes for Couples
Witty Holiday Film Cookbooks
'The Unofficial Home Alone Cookbook' Has 75 Recipes
Casserole-Inspired Chocolate Bars
This Gourmet Chocolate Bar Plays with Sweet Potato & Marshmallow
Filmic Toaster Pastry Packaging
Unfrosted Inspired Pop-Tarts' Limited-Edition "Trat-Pops" Boxes
Aesthetic Interior Fridge Trends
Country & Town House Published a Guide to 'Fridgescaping'
Tiny Chef Dining Concepts
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Emotive Smartphone Camera Covers
Yifan Hu Designs the Emoji-Inspired Smartphone Accessories
Shadow-Mimicking Photography Boards
V-Flat World Introduces the New 'Shadow Boards'
Cacao Husk Sculptures
Omnom Partnered with Theodóra Alfreðsdóttir to Experiment with Cacao Husk
Artisan-Quality Halloween Desserts
The TOUS les JOURS Spooky Delights Range is Baked In-Store
Vegan Food Branding Updates
Impossible Foods Gets a New Image by the Team at JKR
AI-Powered Food Waste Reduction
SnapSnack Uses AI To Turn Ingredients Into Meals
Edible Construction Cements
Japanese Scientists Produce Edible Cement from Food Waste
Edible Flower Baking Kits
The Crystal Candy Make a Pansy Edible Flower Kit Elevates Desserts
Regionally Inspired Meal Kits
HelloFresh & Colavita's Ciao, Italia Recipes Share a Taste of Italy
Animation Studio Cookbooks
Insight Editions Presents the Studio Ghibli Bento Cookbook
Traditional Food Preservation Containers
The 'Twist' Food Storage Container Has a Hidden Chamber
Sprayable Food Colorings
Wilton Color Mist Food Color Spray Elevates Any Recipe
Forward-Thinking Wedding Pop-Ups
Anthropologie Weddings x Pinterest Shares Emerging Styles
Architectural Sugar Sculptures
Kellogg's Worked with Artists to Create 'A Story of Salt and Sugar'
Cheerful Healthy Snack Campaigns
Garden Veggie Snacks' YUMbelievably Delicious is Innovative
Cringe-Worthy Photo Campaigns
Sour Patch Kids is Challenging Fans to Choose "Cringe or Candy"
Edible Flower Sprinkles
Eat Your Flowers' Edible Flowerfetti™ Sprinkles are Locally Sourced
Action Game-Expanded Cookbooks
The Genshin Impact Cookbook Expands from Action Game to Culinary
Film-Inspired Cooking Series
The Cooking with Pixar Series Brings Fictional Dishes to Life
Viral Croissant Cubes
Kozak Ukrainian Eatery Serves Shapely Pastries
Retro Family Photoshoots
Blue Bunny is Inviting Families to Pop-Up 90s-Themed Photoshoots
Social Media Fridge-Decorating Trends
Lynzi Judish Released Several Viral 'Fridgescaping' Videos
Unconventional RTD Cocktails
Barcelona's Las Jelly's is Creating a New Drinking Experience
AI-Powered Recipe Platforms
'cookAIfood' is a Platform for Generating and Sharing AI-Made Recipes
Virally Inspired Virtual Menus
The Creator's Kitchen As Seen on TikTok Menu is Ever-Changing
Whimsical World-Inspired Cookbooks
The Wizarding World Cookbook Dreams Up Fantastical Desserts
Edible Pastry Holiday Homes
Pop-Tarts & Tiffany Pratt Made Designs Inspired by Canadian Dwellings
Homestyle Flash-Frozen Food Products
Jane Foodie Prioritizes Foods with Free-From Recipes
Branded Pickle-Centric Cookbooks
The Grillo's Presents Pickled Fresh Cookbook Has 100 Recipes
DIY Snacking Popcorns
Popcorn Kitchen's Gourmet Popping Kernels Inspire Creativity in the Kitchen
Colorful Kitchen Pop-Ups
Primal Kitchen Partners with Pintrest for a Special Initiative
Waste-Minimizing Food Apps
"Oh, a Potato" Suggests Meal Ideas Based on Inventory
Expansive Spooky Dessert Ranges
Lola’s Bakery Halloween Collection is Available for Delivery
Hyperrealistic Food Art Exhibitions
Japan House London Presents Looks Delicious! Installation
Student-Friendly Digital Cookbooks
Cookin’ Somethin’ for College Shares User-Friendly Recipes
Candid Celebration Campaigns
Edible's "There's an edible for That" Celebrates Even Awkward Moments
Toaster Pastry Prediction Platforms
Prop-Tarts Challenges Pop-Tarts Fans' Intuition
Streaming Platform Dining Experiences
KTV's U Presents a TV Dinner Pop-Up Event
Magic-Inspired Cook Books
Desert Recipes Comprise the Harry Potter: Bake, Create, and Decorate!
Automated Food Planning Apps
The 'Munchy' App Takes a Long-Term Approach to Diets
Brand Photography Marketplaces
VSCO Unveils a New Marketplace for Photographers to Find Work
Exquisite Canapé Menus
Pusateri’s Fine Foods Thoughtfully Crafts Canapés for TIFF
Artful Soft-Pink Dining Rooms
The Gallery at Sketch in London Boasts Subtle Vintage Touches
Quirky Plant-Based Food Ads
Gosh! Food's Falafel Advertisement is Surprising
Imperfect Produce Subscriptions
Odd Bunch Delivers Oddly Shaped Produce to Consumers' Doors
Gastronomy-Inspired City Aspirations
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Functional Gingerbread Cameras
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Digital-First Kitchen Collections
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Timeless Photo Books
Photos by Artkive Uses an App to Turn Cluttered Camera Rolls into Photo Books
Reality-Bending Car Ads
CarGurus Ad Features Melting Lego and Gourmet Chef Toddlers
Short-Form Foodie Feeds
Uber Eats is Testing Out a New Vertical Feed Like TikTok and Instagram
Private Social Photo Apps
The 'Retro' App Focuses on Mindful Sharing with Select Others
Textural Plant-Based Chocolate Cakes
2foods Gâteau Chocolate Can Be Enjoyed Three Ways
Beef-Centered Thanksgiving Menus
Pre Brands' Flip the Bird Challenges Seasonal Dining Traditions
Screen-Printed Chocolate Tiled Rooms
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Mini Olive Oil Cookbooks
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History-Centric Recipe Cookbooks
The Tasting History Cookbook Features Global Recipes
Hybrid Meat Vegetable Concepts
Leyu Li Presents Broccopork, Mushchicken, and Peaf Hybrids
Whimsically Themed Holiday Cookbooks
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Personality-Packed Snack Filters
Jack Link's Created Bold "Flavor Filters" for Gen Z Job Seekers
Film-Inspired Dessert Campaigns
EDWARDS® Desserts Has Collaborated with Actor Jason Biggs
Indulgently-Inspired Dessert Flavors
These I.T.S. Dessert Flavors are Sweet and Familiar
Savory Mushroom Ice Creams
Third Kingdom Serves a Gluten-Free Dessert with Porcini Ice Cream
Interactive Juice Packaging
Gulf Union Foods Launched Fun Connected Packaging for its Juices
Artisan-Inspired Snack Cakes
These New Premier Foods Cakes Come in Three Options
Design-Centric Dynamic Artful Cakes
Alison Dunlop and Amy Yip Create Extraordinary Cakes
Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits
Abelardo Morell Presents the New Ground Exhibition
Savory Veggie Croquettes
Desserts Inspired HappyVore's Multi-Sensory Croq’Coulis
Murder Mystery Dining Experiences
'The Perfect Bite' Experience is Inspired by Knives Out
All-in-One Meal Planning Tools
Eatlicious Optimizes The Cooking Process, Start to Finish
Cannabis-Infused Cooking Lines
CulinaryCannaCo. & Trumarks Debut Cannabis-Infused Cooking Products
Connected Packaging Updates
Appetite Creative Revamps its Connected Packaging with Tetra Pak
Versatile Chocolate Pastas
Pastazerts' Chocolate Fettuccine Serves with Sweet or Savory Sauces
Circularly Grown Mushroom Croquettes
GRO Makes Nourishing Bites with Oyster Mushrooms
Pink Sushi Boxes
Dept. Sushi Serves Up Sushi in Chic, Vibrant Boxes
Chef-Supported Dairy Campaigns
Anchor Food Professionals Debuts the Taste of Tradition Campaign
Baked Good-Inspired Lighting
João Teixeira Designs the Croissant Pendant Light for Gantri
Cheese-Themed Entertaining Guides
'That Cheese Plate Wants to Party' Inspires Tasty Creations
Food-Friendly Wine Pairings
Pernod Launches a Fast Food-Complementing Wine Range
Lemon-Themed Bakery Menus
Paris Baguette's New Lemon-Inspired Menu is Perfect for Summer
Simplistic Seafood-Only Cookbooks
The Seafood Simple Cookbook by Eric Ripert Has 85 Recipes
Sustainable Imperfect Groceries
Spud Delivers Unique Foods to the Homes of Eco-Conscious Consumers
Magical Chocolatier Menus
IHOP's Wonka-Inspired Menu is Full of Whimsical Eats
Waste-Free Cooking Solutions
Ready Recipes Suggests Meals Based on Ingredients You Already Have
Lebanese Food-Inspired Bakery Designs
MA Studio Draws a Culinary Influence for Common Breads
Food-Focused Travel Guide Platforms
'FoodieTrip' Connects Hungry Travelers to Experienced Guides
Chef-Approved Meal Deliveries
Home Chef and Monique Volz Partnered for New Recipes
Nature-Inspired Design Objects
Students at Tecnológico de Monterrey Design the Plant-Based Series
Multi-Sensory Fondue Experiences
Melting Pot's Ultimate 5-Course Experience Activates Five Senses
Food-Based Video Platforms
FoodVid Describes Itself as "The TikTok for Food"
Streamlined Meal Planning Apps
Foodpot Helps with Meal Planning and Recipe Discovery
Engaging AI Object Recognition
Snap a Picture and Picurious Will Turn It into a Learning Moment
Amalgamated Cookbook Directories
Cook Book Love Celebrates Culinary Storytelling Virtually