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Posted on March 27, 2023  •  4 minutes  • 763 words

Another attempt at food photography creation using GPT-4 vs GPT-3.5. Also guiding it with some basic keywords that I’ve seen that work pretty well in midjourney.

ChatGPT Prompt

Generate an elaborate list the key elements used in an food photograph separate by comma, explain in short below the bullet list.

examples
- Editorial Photography
- Depth of Field
- Super-Resolution
- White Balance
- Shutter Speed 1/1000

Chat History

Generate an elaborate list the key elements used in an food photograph separate by comma, explain in short below the bullet list.

examples

• Editorial Photography
• Depth of Field
• Super-Resolution
• White Balance
• Shutter Speed 1/1000

ChatGPT Response »

• Composition
• Lighting
• Food Styling
• Color Palette
• Props and Background
• Textures and Patterns
• Focus and Clarity
• Angles and Perspectives
• Editing and Post-Processing
• Storytelling

Brief explanations:

• Composition: The arrangement of visual elements in the frame, which can enhance the appeal of a food photograph and make it more eye-catching.
• Lighting: Proper use of light sources (natural or artificial) to highlight the food’s colors, textures, and shapes, creating a visually enticing image.
• Food Styling: The art of arranging and presenting food in a visually appealing way, taking into account elements like freshness, portion size, and garnishing.
• Color Palette: The choice and combination of colors in the image, which can evoke different emotions and make the food look more appetizing.
• Props and Background: The use of complementary items, like utensils, napkins, and surfaces, to create a cohesive scene and add context to the food photograph.
• Textures and Patterns: The inclusion of different textures and patterns, such as the food’s surface or the tablecloth, to add depth and visual interest to the image.
• Focus and Clarity: Ensuring the main subject (usually the food) is sharp and clear, while other elements may be intentionally blurred to draw attention to the subject.
• Angles and Perspectives: The choice of shooting angle and perspective can dramatically change the way the food is perceived, showcasing different aspects of the dish.
• Editing and Post-Processing: The use of software to enhance or adjust the final image, including exposure, contrast, saturation, and sharpness, among other settings.
• Storytelling: Incorporating elements that tell a story or convey a message, creating a connection between the viewer and the food photograph.

User: using the key elements as column headers, tabulate and populate 5 rows of example data, where food is sushi

• each cell should have one or two word descriptions to be used for ai image generation prompts

write each row as commas-separated sentences in a code block. Append each sentence with –ar 16:9

1. Rule of Thirds, Soft Natural, Stacked Burger, Warm Browns, Rustic Wood Table, Sesame Bun, Sharp Patty, 45-Degree Angle, Saturation Boost, Outdoor Picnic --ar 16:9
2. Diagonal Lines, Side Light, Lettuce Layered, Vibrant Greens, Vintage Plate, Grill Marks, Clear Toppings, Top-Down View, Contrast Enhancement, American Diner --ar 16:9
3. Centered, Backlit, Gourmet Burger, Bold Reds, Metal Tray, Crispy Fries, Juicy Burger, Straight-On View, Sharpening, Food Truck --ar 16:9
4. Off-Centered, Diffused Light, Deconstructed, Earthy Tones, Cloth Napkin, Onion Rings, Focused Bun, Eye-Level View, Vignette, DIY Cooking --ar 16:9
5. Layered, Dramatic Shadow, Sliders Trio, Classic Yellows, Slate Platter, Sauce Swirls, Sharp Sliders, Low Angle View, Brightness Adjustment, Sports Bar Gathering --ar 16:9

Rule of Thirds, Soft Natural, Stacked Burger, Warm Browns, Rustic Wood Table, Sesame Bun, Sharp Patty, 45-Degree Angle, Saturation Boost, Outdoor Picnic –ar 16:9

Layered, Dramatic Shadow, Sliders Trio, Classic Yellows, Slate Platter, Sauce Swirls, Sharp Sliders, Low Angle View, Brightness Adjustment, Sports Bar Gathering –ar 16:9

Custom prompt by me

Gourmet Burger, Lettuce Layered, Vibrant Greens, Stacked Burger, Bold Reds, Warm Browns, Rustic Wood Table, Sesame Bun, Grill Marks, Clear Toppings, Cheese slice, Classic Yellows, Depth of Field, Super-Resolution, Editorial Photography, Shutter Speed 1/1000, 4K –ar 16:9

Midjourney can create great food photography images but I think this method of chatpgt generating keyword can have some weird results.