Content creation articles & insights

From frozen treats to a hot cup of coffee, find out what is required to capture the heat of the moment with your camera

Food stylist and photographer Sandy Wood serves up visual stories from the kitchen to table - often with a cheeky tipple on the side!

Create cocktail photos worth raising a glass to with these actionable tips from an expert photographer and drink stylist

Moody, dark food aesthetics have taken the photography world by storm. Find out how to achieve this look in your next food shot

We asked top content creators from the Creatively Squared community to take us behind the scenes to see where the creative magic happens

There are a few golden rules to follow (and then break at will) that will help you create beautiful food compositions every single time

Find out how Pamela overcame losing two vital senses and found a new way to channel her creative energy—and anger—into something positive

Learn how to take a basic household item and turn it into a dazzling bokeh background for your next product photoshoot

Add drama to your video and achieve a professional looking cinematic effect with basic equipment you already have at home.

Discover how you can float your subject matter in thin air with a simple camera hack and get ready to take your creativity to new heights

Ever wished you could clone yourself? We will show you how to get this creative effect and multiply yourself in a fun composite image.

Want to make a product the hero of your shot? Check out these creative framing techniques to draw your viewers eye right to your subject.

Give some thought to your composition by learning about these personalities and discover how you can create optimum impact with your images

Discover how find the best tools to help tell your visual story, add colour and texture and enhance the mood and ambience of your image

Open the book on your creativity and use them to inspire your next photo with these top idea starters from an expert Bookstagrammer

What would you do if you could only get out of bed for an hour a day? Dutch creator Ellen uses this time to produce exuberant and joyful art

The number one thing you can do to improve your photography right now is to understand how to utilise and manipulate light.

Photographing produce and perishable items can be challenging and often requires a more efficient photoshoot to capture them at their best

Read these pro-tips for capturing the vibrant beauty of food. The best part is you don’t even need fancy equipment to get amazing results!

Learn how to add dynamic movement to your photo with this simple rotating effect in Photoshop timeline animation.

Everything you need to get organises and hang, straighten and secure props at your next photoshoot

When working with beauty brands or photographing your fave items it’s handy to have an arsenal of go-to shots that you know look great.

Learn how to create this fun composite image with just a cardboard box and any other willing participants!

Learn how this simple piece of photography equipment can help reduce harsh shadows and improve the outcome of your next outdoor photoshoot

When it comes to food styling, working with raw ingredients and plating up meals topped with the perfect garnish is just half the challenge

Create beautiful pictures from everyday objects in your own home. You simply need to use your imagination to know how to compose your story.

Kelly worked as medical sales rep while growing her creative business. Find out how she made the switch to working for herself full-time.

To achieve a high-quality, polished finish on your bottle there are some simple techniques you can implement into your photoshoot workflow

If you are looking for ideas for your next rosé shoot this blog will leave you brimming with ideas - and perhaps a glass of wine in hand!

Using shadows creatively can enhance the aesthetic, help build the narrative and add intrigue, mood and depth to your photo.

Discover how Farah expresses her visual ideas by combining professional software experience with personal creative projects.

Creatively Squared content creator Joe boldly pursues getting the perfect shot and isn't afraid to ask for help - or permission!