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In the Mood for Love by May Lawrence
Inspired by the trend of sable biscuit cakes, the photographer crafted a heart-shaped masterpiece for Valentineβs Day, featuring orange blossom and ganache notes. The composition was meticulously styled with Swiss meringue, petite chocolate flowers, and orange roses to mirror the dessert's flavor profile. Captured in a home studio, the image utilizes soft natural light and a reflector to introduce subtle, elegant shadows. This photograph is award-worthy for its harmonious blend of culinary artistry and technical precision, where the deliberate choice of props and lighting elevates a simple dessert into a heartfelt, visually compelling narrative.
Canon 6D with 50mm | Exposure 1/20sec @ f/9.0 | ISO 500 | Focal Length 55mm
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Born in Singapore and raised in Australia, May Lawrence has spent years immersed in the diverse cultures of Asia. After a successful career as a regional director, she transitioned into the culinary arts, earning a professional patisserie chef diploma from Le Cordon Bleu. This background informs her unique approach to freelance food photography, where she masterfully combines her technical expertise with a deep passion for storytelling. Beyond the kitchen, she actively explores street photography, viewing the camera as an essential tool to document and share the rich histories of the people and places she encounters during her travels.
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