Waffle Treat by Adriaan Pretorius

Waffle Treat captures the quiet, indulgent joy of a slow weekend morning. By focusing on the versatility of a classic breakfast staple, the photographer highlights the vibrant textures of fresh fruit and berries against the warm, inviting backdrop of a homemade waffle. The composition emphasizes the sensory appeal of the dish, turning a simple meal into a celebration of color and flavor. This image stands out for its clean, appetizing presentation and the way it elevates a routine culinary moment into a compelling visual narrative that resonates with anyone who appreciates the art of food.

Waffle Treat by Adriaan Pretorius
Copyright Β© Adriaan Pretorius
Light & Composition Photo of the Day

Adriaan Pretorius

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Born in South Africa and currently based in Kuwait, Adriaan Pretorius is a dedicated food photographer who views culinary arts as a powerful medium for cultural connection. His work is deeply influenced by his extensive travels and his commitment to exploring the authentic flavors found in local street markets across the globe. Through his lens, Pretorius seeks to document the universal language of food, transforming everyday dining experiences into evocative stories that celebrate community and global heritage.

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11.6/20
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204/500
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Award Reach | Reviews
6,217 views | 4 Reviews
Award Winner Photo of the Day
Award Date April 18, 2020
65.0
AWARD SCORE
Value 12.0
Clarity 13.0
Composition 17.0
Style 12.0
Skill 11.0
Photograph Location
Kuwait

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Adriaan Pretorius Photography
Food Photography

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Social Shares
4.4/5 points
888/1,000 Social Share
Page Views
5.0/5 points
6,217/2,500 Page View
Reviews
0.2/5 points
4/100 Review
Submissions
2.0/5 points
204/500 Submission
Jury Score: 65.0/80
Resonance Score: 11.6/20
Total Award Score: 76.6/100

Expert Photography Reviews · 3

Julian Rowe Experimental Photography, Motion & Alternative Visual Languages Expert Review
It’s technically competent, sure, but why play it so safe? Pretorius gives us a clinical, sharp-edged breakfast that feels more like a menu advertisement than a lived experience. I’m craving a bit of chaosβ€”maybe a long exposure that blurs the steam or a motion-blurred drizzle of syrup. Why resolve every berry so perfectly? It’s a missed opportunity to capture the fleeting, messy warmth of a morning. I’d trade this clarity for a little soul.
Thomas Hargreaves Earned Photographs, Craft Discipline & the Long Wait Expert Review
It’s a tidy enough breakfast, though one wonders if the syrup had time to congeal while the lighting was fussed over. I’ve spent enough mornings shivering on a ridge to find this indoor staging a bit sterile. It’s technically proficient, sure, but it lacks the grit of a photograph that’s been earned. I’d trade all these perfectly placed berries for a single frame that cost the photographer a sleepless night and frozen fingers.
Rosa Park-Chen Sports, Action & the Fraction of a Second That Matters Expert Review
Syrup is mid-drip, caught in that viscous, gravity-defying stretch before it hits the waffle. It’s a decent attempt at a peak moment, but the timing is slightly off. The syrup’s tension hasn't reached its maximum elongation; it’s still too thick, too early. I’ve spent my life chasing that singular, perfect millisecond of extension. This shot feels like it’s missing the final, critical fraction of a second. It’s almost there, but it’s not quite the frame.
Reflections on this Photograph
By Dominic Aurelius

The Virtue of the Present

Seneca once reminded his friend Lucilius that we are often more concerned with the preparation for life than with life itself.

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By Isabelle Park

The Sweetness of Slowing Down

I burned my toast this morning. It was a small, stupid mistake, the kind that happens when you are trying to do three things at once while the kettle whistles.

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