Strawberry Pancakes by Felicia Haggkvist

Captured on a crisp March day in 2019, this image celebrates the beauty of simplicity. Felicia Haggkvist utilized natural light by positioning her dish near a window, softened by three layers of white baking sheets to create a delicate, luminous atmosphere. The photograph serves as a visual ode to the humble strawberry pancakeβ€”a dish cherished for its uncomplicated elegance and delicious flavor. By embracing a minimalist aesthetic, the photographer successfully conveys the 'less is more' philosophy, highlighting the textures and vibrant colors of the ingredients to create a composition that is both inviting and artistically refined.

Strawberry Pancakes by Felicia Haggkvist(c) Light & Composition University
iPhone 7 | Exposure 1/50sec @ f/1.8 | ISO 20 | Focal Length 3.99mm
Light & Composition Photo of the Day

Felicia Haggkvist

REGISTERED PHOTOGRAPHER

Based in Stockholm, Felicia Haggkvist is a self-taught Swedish baker and emerging photographer who balances her academic pursuits in political science with a profound passion for culinary arts. Through her platform, 'thebakingdaughter,' she documents her creative journey, inviting audiences to witness the evolution of her technical skills and her unique approach to food styling. Her work is defined by a commitment to capturing the intersection of simple, delicious ingredients and the nuanced play of natural light.

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9,931 views | 8 Reviews
Award Winner Photo of the Day
Award Date June 8, 2019
Value 12.0
Clarity 11.0
Composition 18.0
Style 12.0
Skill 12.0
Photograph Location
Stockholm, Sweden

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5.0/5 points
1,099/1,000 Social Share
Page Views
5.0/5 points
9,931/2,500 Page View
Reviews
0.0/5 points
0/100 Review
Submissions
2.0/5 points
196/500 Submission
Jury Score: 65.0/80
Resonance Score: 12.0/20
Total Award Score: 77.0/100

Expert Photography Reviews · 8

Reflections on this Photograph
By Tom Bretherton

The Quiet Ritual of Morning

I remember a small kitchen in a flat in Copenhagen where the sunlight hit the table at exactly nine in the morning. My host, a woman named Mette, would spend an hour preparing a simple breakfast. She didn't rush.

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By Amelia Cross

The Weight of the Morning

There is a specific silence that belongs only to a Sunday morning before the rest of the house has stirred. It is not the silence of an empty room, but the silence of a table set for two, where one chair remains tucked neatly under the wood, untouched.

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