GourmetPix Photo Guide

Learn how to capture and upload the perfect food photos for stunning results

How to Take Great Food Photos

Follow these simple tips to capture photos that will transform beautifully

Example of good natural lighting for food photography

Good Lighting

Both natural and (sufficient) artificial light work well. Keep a good distance from light sources or direct the light against a wall for passive illumination.

Example of sharp, well-focused food photo

Sharp Focus

Make sure your food is fully in focus. Keep a distance of about 60cm / 2ft to have a good focus depth.

Example of good angle for food photography

Right Angle

Shoot from a 45° angle or straight down. Keep in mind: Side views will show a background, which might distract from your food.

What to Avoid

Bad Lighting Example

Colorful or harsh lighting

A direct flash causes harsh shadows. Colorful lights have a negative impact on your foods colors.

Blurry Photo Example

Blurry or out of focus

Do not use macro mode. Keep your phone camera steady or use a tripod for best results.

Messy Background Example

Decor items

Ensure the food is the center of attention and do not use any decor items. They can be added in our editor.

What is a Reference Image?

Reference images are used in Custom settings to place your food into your restaurants ambience

Reference Image Example

Perfect Reference Images

  • High-quality photos of your restaurant interior
  • Empty space / table where the food items should be placed
  • Good lighting that shows true colors
  • Similar angle than your food photo

Image Requirements

Resolution:Minimum 1200x800px
Format:JPG, PNG, or WEBP
Size:Maximum 15MB
Content:Food, beverage or grocery items

How to Use the GourmetPix Editor

Simple 4-step process to transform your food photos

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Step 1 Screenshot

Upload Your Photo

Drag and drop or click to select your food photo

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Step 2 Screenshot

Choose Your Style

Select from 5 signature styles or upload a reference image

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Step 3 Screenshot

Refine (Optional)

Adjust backdrop, lighting, and mood settings

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Step 4 Screenshot

Generate & Download

Click generate and download your professional photo

What is Refinement?

Fine-tune your results with advanced options

Backdrop Options Example

Backdrop Options

Choose specific backgrounds like wood, marble, or outdoor settings to match your style perfectly.

Mood & Lighting Example

Mood & Lighting

Adjust the atmosphere with bright, dark, warm, or cool lighting to create the perfect ambiance.

Aspect Ratios Example

Aspect Ratios

Choose the perfect dimensions for your needs: square for Instagram, landscape for menus, or keep original.

Pro Tips for Best Results

Hot Food Photos Better

Fresh, hot food photographs better than cold food. Steam and melted cheese add visual appeal.

Colorful Ingredients Pop

Include colorful garnishes and fresh ingredients. They enhance beautifully with AI processing.

Fill the Frame

Get close to your food. Fill most of the frame with your dish for maximum impact.

Try Multiple Styles

The same photo can look amazing in different styles. Experiment to find your favorite!

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