Course detailUcsd Extended StudiesArts & Designarchived

ART-X407.30

Food and Product Photography

Food and Product Photography 9 Weeks | Prerequisite : Photo I: Aperture, Shutter Speed & ISO (ART-40629) .

Students must have experience using manual camera settings (aperture, shutter speed & ISO).

If you’ve ever admired a mouthwatering food image or an eye-catching product shot and wondered how to achieve that level of quality, this course will guide you toward mastering the art and technique behind those striking visuals.

Food and Product Photography introduces you to the fundamentals of styling, lighting, composition, and storytelling, empowering you to create images that engage viewers across social media, editorial pieces, and commercial campaigns.

As you progress through weekly assignments, discussions, and critiques, you’ll develop a refined process to capture and present your subjects compellingly.

Course Details Throughout the course, you’ll learn how to take advantage of both natural and studio lighting, experiment with color harmonies, and explore various angles and focal lengths.

You’ll discover how to build and style sets that amplify your message, and how to manage each step of your workflow—from concept and preparation to editing and sharing images online.

With constructive feedback from peers and instructors, you’ll refine your creative voice and develop the confidence to bring your ideas to life.

By the end, you’ll have more than just beautiful images; you’ll possess the technical skills and artistic intuition to craft meaningful, market-ready photographs.

You’ll be able to make informed decisions about lighting, styling, and composition, and learn how to best present your work in a professional manner.

Whether you’re photographing a gourmet dish or a sleek new product, this course will give you the tools to capture images that leave a lasting impression.

Schedule note
9/22/2026 - 11/21/2026

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