An artistic photograph of a deep dark fork with shiny black pasta made with squid, combined with delicate pieces of fresh squid and red peppers.
The setting is minimalist, with soft light highlighting the textures of the pasta.
The background is matte black that give the whole thing a mysterious and modern feel.
The focus is on the rich contrasts, while small details, such as the peppers and a slight olive oil sheen, complete the dish.
This picture could hang beautifully in a restaurant or kitchen setting.
While training as a professional photographer, I was inspired by the light of the old masters and its dramatic use of shadows.
In my photo series 'ode to the vegetable garden', I use this technique with a contemporary approach.
The natural light allows you to see that textures like the..
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