It's kinda funny to me that I started this baking blog last year to document my baking, and my most frequently asked question is, "What kind of camera do you use?" It's especially amusing since I don't really know what all the buttons are for. Actually, I keep the camera on automatic most of the time.
But, if you like my pictures and you're interested in my camera, here's what I use:
Canon Digital Rebel XTi 10MP
This is a great camera that comes with an EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 lens. (Sounds impressive - if I only knew what it meant. Maybe I should read the manual.) It took me a while to give in to buying a real camera. I had been using one that fit in my pocket and I didn't want one that I couldn't carry in my purse. But, I finally gave in last year with only one regret… that I didn't buy it sooner.
Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 lens
I use this lens 99% of the time. It gives my pictures what I call "the magic." Actually, it's some technical stuff about depth of field. But basically, it means things that are not in focus get really fuzzy. It's a fixed lens, which means you can't zoom, but it's worth it for the effect.
Canon EF 12 II Extension Tube
Sometimes I'll use this to get in really close on a subject. A friend gave it to me and it's been great. Maybe one day I'll step up to a real macro lens, but until then, this one is fine.
Lowel Ego Light
Since I like to take all my pics without a flash, that means I need good natural light to shoot by. And when that's not available, I use this tabletop Lowel Ego Light. It's really helpful for taking pictures at night. And it's super portable so I can tuck it away when I'm not using it. One problem … I think I need two
.Camera Remote
This way I can actually be in some of my pictures.
Tripod
Any basic one should be fine.
Camera Bag
This one is big enough for all my stuff and enough room if I buy another lens.
Other Camera choices:
Nikon D80 10.2 MP
For the Nikon fansCanon Digital Rebel XSi 12MP
Upgraded version of my camera
I originally bought the camera because I wanted to take better quality family photos. But lately, pictures of my friends and family have been replaced with of pictures of cupcakes. Character cupcakes, seasonal cupcakes, plain jane cupcakes, kids with cupcakes. I can't stop. Sorry, guys. You know I still love you.
Here's a few faves - and all with the 50 mm lens, of course.
Note: The first photo was taken with my Canon Powershot SD500.
127 comments:
I'm in the market for a new camera so thanks for the advice and as always thanks for the great pics!
I've been saving all year and just bought the Canon Xsi. I LOVE it! I could only afford the body though so I've been renting lenses online and have loved trying them out to learn which ones I like and can justify purchasing. I agree though, I only had wish I had bought it sooner, this camera is spectacular. It's the only camera I've ever owned and I probably won't ever upgrade because I love it so much. Thanks for the post, you were the first one I asked way back in November!
Hey Angie, that is what I usually look like in photos too...behind the camera! I always use my 50mm 1.8 lens too excpet I have a Nikon. Your photos are great!
~Dusti (aka "queenofthecupcakes")
Awesome advice! Thanks as always. Another 'supply' type question for you (I apologize if you've already addressed this before ...) ... where do you purchase those lovely dark brown cupcake liners? I can't stand when my liners change colors after baking :P
I just purchased the Lowel EGO after Steamy Kitchen advised it, and I love it! Makes such a difference.
I am happy that you posted your tech specs. I have been wondering what you used to get your main item in focus while everything else blurs out. I recently came across a Lensbaby and was wondering if that was what you were using but now I know. :)
For not knowing what all the "techy" things are about your camera, you're doing a great job with your photos. Check out these cool camera bags!! www.prolenswear.com
gingela5 - glad to help
adrienne - I didn't know you could rent lenses. Maybe I'll rent a macro to test.
dusti - That lens is the best.
jennycno.3 - I get them at www.confectioneryhouse.com
faith, the authoress - it's changed my life. Now I don't have to bake around when the sun is going to set.
nillawafer - lensababy - i'll have to check that out.
anonymous - thanks. those are cute bags, too!
The 50 is great, isn't it? You might also want to try the Canon 100 macro. It's another good lens for this type of work.
LOVE this post! I'm a photog-camera lover too, as well as cupcake junkie, so this was basically like THE PERFECT POST.
I ♥ bakerella.
We love your ideas. They are ah-dorable! We have a blog and we have a Hitting the Streets...Ingredients where we give an ingredient and people have to make something using it and I was wondering some good ideas. If you have any...comment on a post of ours on our blog. Thanks!
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Love all your yummy looking photos, even made some of the yummy recipes, but what I would like to know is what do you use for your backgrounds that compliment your cupcakes so well?
Oh wow, talk about 'coinky dinks', I was about to email you asking about your camera, equipment et al, and then this entry 'magically' appears! I happen to have the same camera (just got it, and still learning as I go along) and most everything else except the Lowel Ego Light, though I've been campaigning for it, as I hate having to take my dishes and baked goods outdoors -waiting for the right light etc..), and the extension tube for closeups (I want the macro lens too, but $256 is a tad steep for now).
Having said all that, a question or two. Do you ever use any kind of light tent/box and what do you use for such pretty colored backgrounds? I cannot seem to find poster board or construction paper that isn't black, white, red, dark blue or green!
Again, thanks so much for letting us in on the equipment you use to get such perfect and gorgeous photographs, but remember, most of that is YOU :) It's not always the equipment, it's the person, and you've got the knack, and most importantly, the eye!:D
And you do take such awesome pictures! Some day I'll have one of those big fancy cameras with all the bells and whistles, and I'll probably keep it on automatic too! :-)
The cupcakes are great looking!
May I ask what kind of frosting and tip did you use to decorate?
Thanks, I enjoy your blog!
thank you for the advice! I'm in the same boat..don't know too much and this is actually wonderful to learn from someone that is sharing the oars :)
Thanks for the camera advice, I've been considering a new one!!
Please share about the cupcakes....frosting type and tip? :)
You are an amazing artist..whether the medium is cupcakes or photography! I am grateful to have found your blog!
XOXO,
Ana and Savannah (Warrior Princess!)
you can get them (depending on how nice the lens is) for relatively cheap. I've been renting the 50 mm 1.4 fixed for $45 for a 4 week increment. I rent them from borrowlenses.com, and the next one I'll be trying is a macro myself. I can't decide between the 60mm or the 100mm so I'll let you know which one I end up oging with!
I have a Canon Rebel too and absolutely love it. I love your pics! Always makes me hungry.
Seriously, your design/decorating skills are tremendous. Teach me!
Love the photos! As usual!
Oooh, I have been looking for something similar to the Lowel Ego light, I just wasn't sure what to call it. I'll have to look into that! Now if I could just afford a nice camera...
Thank you so much for taking the time to answer all our questions in such great detail! Love your photos and would love your camera, too! Such great shots..Thanks for the info and the creativity!
BTW, what type of pastry tip did you use for the photo of the vanilla cupcake with the sprinkles? (the one starting off your most recent entry) Thanks!
How serendipitous. I've just combed through your Flickr account, adding a bunch to my favorites and wondering, how does she do it?
Thanks so much for this post.
Bakerella, how do you do that fuzzy effect?
Thank you for sharing. Your photos are amazing. The bad quality of my blog's photos is something I must solve and I was thinking about buying a new camera. Now I have an idea... ;-) You are so kind! (k)
I love the D80 I use to take photos, and the sigma lens (not that I know ANYthing about it) is also fabulous for those low light depth of field pictures. One question, how do you use that light exactly? The one room in my apartment with low light is naturally my kitchen...
You are so talented! Do you have any tips for those of us who can't frost to save their lives. I can't even do the basic decorating :( I think Martha is right, you should start a business.
Thank you so much for doing this post. I was wondering how you got such great pictures. You're a pro!
Thanks so much for sharing!
Have you ever tried manual mode?
I promise after you use it you'll never go back to automatic....
Love your blog!
i want a new camera for my birthday so your info helped out a lot! thanks so much!
Excellent post! I LOVE the Cake Spy picture. I hadn't seen it before. I love that guy. It is a guy, right? LOL
Great stuff, I'm taking notes.
I'm the "little camera in my pocket" girl. Heck, it was like pulling teeth for me to even go digital! That being said, I just had to say that I don't know about all that lens chat, but your cupcakes are incredible creations - gorgeous! I just found you and am loving your blog.
I just love that cake. What did you use to do the frosting on the top? Was it cream? Looks fabulous.
what is your frosting recipe for the frosting on the first cupcakes, it looks great!
Congratulations on winning the Iron Cupcake Challenge. The cupcake you created looks and sounds beautiful.
Krys
Its safe to say that ALL of your cupcakes are amazing! And so are your pictures by the way!
LOVE the frosting look on that first picture, what frosting recipe and tip was used there? Any techniques to make it look like that. Those are also the exact sprinkles (confetti) I've been looking EVERYWHERE for in CA and they are no where to be found. Love your talent!
I wish I could get a camera like that! Your pictures really do look great!
By the way, I picked your blog for the Arte y Pico award. I love reading about your cupcakes and recipes and all of that!
http://snazzy-cakes.blogspot.com/2008/09/que-maravilloso.html
I received a lot of inquiries about the cupcake in the first picture. So, here's what I used:
Frosting:
I used the recipe from this post -
http://bakerella.blogspot.com/2008/06/super-eazy-no-fuss-just-fizzy.html
Keep in mind that if you use this much icing on each cupcake, you'll probably need more than one batch.
Tip:
I'm 99% sure it was the 2D. If not, it was the 1M. It's a large tip, so you'll need the larger coupler.
Technique:
I started in the middle and swirled it around until the top of the cupcake was covered in a base of frosting. Then I started a second layer from the outside and swirled it around and up. At least that's what I think I did. I was experimenting with the large tips, so I did it a few ways.
Baking cups:
http://www.confectioneryhouse.com/product.php?productid=8634&cat=0&page=1&featured
Confetti sprinkles:
These should be equivalent to the ones I used.
http://www.confectioneryhouse.com/product.php?productid=3500&cat=0&page=1
Happy Decorating!
Sublime Photography - thanks sublime.
emily - glad to accommodate
Carly and Blair - sounds cool.
Becky - I just use scrapbook or colored paper.
Lisa Michelle - Funny… I told you that was my most frequently asked question. For the backgrounds, I just use scrapbook or colored paper. And I don't use a tent box.
Stephanie - right on.
cookienurse - see above.
benson - you're welcome!
Stella - See above.
Ana and Savannah - Thanks Ana!
Adrienne - that sounds great. thanks!
Cammies mom and dad - thanks
bleauregard - you're sweet.
SarahHub - thank you!
Shannon - I'd take the camera over the light.
Lisa s- see above
puglyfeet - thanks and that effect comes from the 50 mm lens I use.
morgana - You'll love the camera if you decide to get one.
Lindsey - I just set it on the table to the left or right of my subject and use a white board on the other side to help bounce light back on the subject.
Brian, Liz, Benjamin, & Rose - Here's a easy way to make pretty cupcakes.
Just frost them with a knife or offset spatula. It doesn't really matter what they look like because you will turn them upside down and twist the top in a bowl of clear sugar crystals. Look at the snowmen in this post. There are some blue ones with sugar crystals so you can see what I mean.
http://www.cakeartpartystore.com/store/e-StoreOperations_listCategoriesAndProducts.asp?idCategory=1070&childIdCategory=1070
Jill Scott - maybe a pro at being amateur.
My Sweet & Saucy - no problem.
Anonymous - teach me?
Tasty Trends - great.
candesintx - I think it's a guy. Either way it's a cutie!
Atticelf - but don't you love digital?
mumof3 - see above.
KRISTIE - see above.
twoveganboys - Thanks so much!
Amber - Wow. thanks!
Kendyl - see above.
Kelsie - cool, I'll take a look.
As you know, I love your designs and the best part is that you take real kick-ass fotos too! My sister is my "official photographer", she uses Nikon D40 with other gizmos stuff. Natural lighting is the best :)
Hey bakerella,
I just baked Devil's Food and realised as I was messing the cake up, it was rather moist. Could I put lesser creme cheese frosting??
Will it still hold the cake together?
Need your expert advise.
Thanks
Thanks so much for the camera information. I am lusting after a camera like yours with the 50mm lense. Perhaps I'll get one for every Christmas and birthday present for the next 20 years!
Your photos are such an amazing inspiration, sweetie! Tks for sharing the info.
I really need to improve my pictures so this post was great for me to read. Your pictures are beautiful!
I always have photo envy when I see your site. It makes your gorgeous cupcakes look even yummier and I wonder how I can do that. I also agree with the no flash which I get stuck having to do since I churn mostly at night. Might have to invest in your handy light. Thanks for the tips and keep baking and shooting!
I've had camera envy ever since I started browsing all the various food blog sites. I must say that your site, your creations and photos are among the very best I've seen. Garfield? Wow. Nailed it. Thanks for sharing your recipes, creativity and camera.
Wow!!! Thanks for the advise!!! You made my day, I'll try to buy a new camera since mine is nottaking good pictures. Thanks a lot!!!
You are so talented. I don't care what kind of camera you use. :)
Thanks Bakerella for the scrapebook paper tip, never thought of using all the paper I have!
Thanks for sharing your camera secerts. I just made some cupcakes today using the "Hello Cupcake" book you sugested. I used the variations in the back of the book and made the chocolate frosting. THey were a hit. THanks you sharing. JIll
Trish Cupcake Momma Singapore - that's what I need. A photographer. Maybe I can bribe someone with cupcakes.
Anonymous - Yes, you can use less. You just need it moist enough to hold the shape when rolled.
Lori - this camera is so good, it might just last that long.
Patricia Scarpin - you are welcome!
Lisa - glad to help.
Tina - Yeah, shooting at night just isn't the same.
Lisa magicsprinkles - Thanks!!
Sammy - you're welcome.
Janna - that's nice of you to say.
Becky - there you go. and no shopping necessary.
Urmston Family - you'll love that book!
Your photography (and of course your cupcakes) is always amazing. When I started my blog, that was the thing I found most difficult, other bloggers make their photos look so effortless!
I think you have a great talent for taking photos, especially if you 'keep the camera on automatic most of the time'!
I always get so hungry when ever I come on your site I want those cupcakes so bad
What do you use to make your little collages?
Thanks so much for sharing your camera info! I have to admit, I was cracking up when you said that your family pics have now somewhat been replaced by cupcake and baking pics! I am the same way! It is funny how that can happen, and it way to easy to become cupcake and baking obsessed! Your Blog is so amazing! I love your pics, and I always make a point to check it through out the week to see what you have posted. Thanks again!
hayleynichols88 - why thanks.
Gilly - I'm glad my pics make you hungry. That means I'm doing a good job.
Derick and Becky - various scrapbook papers.
Jessica - so you understand me. I'm glad I'm not the only one.
Thanks so much for the camera information. I'm new to blogging and have been researching cameras. Great advice and great recipes.
You're welcome!
HI Bakerella,
I rolled the cupcake pops into balls and harden it in the fridge,I have yet to shape it with the flower cookie cutter. My kids cant wait to eat it so I inserted a toothpick and had some stars & heart shaped sparkles stuck onto it...
Oohhh!!! You should see the kids faces after eating it. One, two, three is never enough> It was gone in seconds.
Thank you so much for the lovely idea. Can I send you the photos? Give me sometime to download them. Just got a new iMac.
jacquisbaking@gmail.com( this is my email) Love your puppies.
Woof.... woof!!!
Sure you can send pics. My email is in the blog profile. I'd love to see.
Oh! Nice blog! I really love it! :) Great pics.
Your photography inspires me to experiment with my camera more, because we have the same camera. Like you, I have the "nifty fifty" lens which I love to use in food photography. I love your blog so much, that I've tagged it on my blog so I can check in often. Your blog is one of my guilty pleasures!
Auuud - Thanks
Liz - that's sweet of you to say
nice post, thanks! and great blog! keep it up!
Care Bears and Odie and daisies, oh my!!! all my favourites!!
just wanted to let you know.. i love your blog. i know this comment isn't camera related, but the cute cupcakes were just so irresistable, i had to say something. :-)
Hello !
thank you very much for sharing your camera information with us. i just started out my own food blog and i happen to have the same camera and lens as you do.
your pictures are amazing and inspiring.
i was wondering though, how come my pictures dimension seems to be smaller when i post them in the blog?
Shalum - thanks. I'll try.
Dayes - oh, I'm just glad you like the cupcakes. Thanks for saying so.
Kuzubambina - Are you posting through the blog software? I post my pics to flickr and then link them to the story from there. There's a way to choose the size and then copy the code and paste it into your story. That way I can make them the size I want.
I want to thank you again for sharing these photography tips. I've been wondering how people accomplished the very effects you described in this post. I've emailed several bloggers, asking for tips on how they accomplished their blurry backgrounds and not one responded. I bought a 50mm lens for my camera yesterday and I'm ever so pleased with my pictures now. Thank you thank you thank you.
Now, for artificial sunlight...
puglyfeet - I'm glad you like the lens. Try the lowel ego light, too. It can be helpful.
thanks alot bakerella for your advice, i am planning to make some cake pops for eid celebration after ramadhan and i will surely feature them in my blog.
i hope the children will love them :D
Kuzubambina - I'm sure they will!
Love the blog!! Have gotten many ideas from you! What tip did you use for the cupcakes in this post?? The ones in the fuzzy and fuzzier pic??
jeneec@yahoo.com
Thanks!!! You rock!!
Here't the cupcake info:
Frosting:
I used the recipe from this post -
http://bakerella.blogspot.com/2008/06/super-eazy-no-fuss-just-fizzy.html
Keep in mind that if you use this much icing on each cupcake, you'll probably need more than one batch.
Tip:
I'm 99% sure it was the 2D. If not, it was the 1M. It's a large tip, so you'll need the larger coupler.
Technique:
I started in the middle and swirled it around until the top of the cupcake was covered in a base of frosting. Then I started a second layer from the outside and swirled it around and up. At least that's what I think I did. I was experimenting with the large tips, so I did it a few ways.
Baking cups:
http://www.confectioneryhouse.com/product.php?productid=8634&cat=0&page=1&featured
Confetti sprinkles:
These should be equivalent to the ones I used.
http://www.confectioneryhouse.com/product.php?productid=3500&cat=0&page=1
Happy Decorating!
thank you for sharing your camera tips! i just found your blog and i think it's really incredible, very inspiring!
Thanks lyndsay! Welcome to the blog.
First of all, I adore your blog. I want to grow up to be just like you! (Shhhh- I'm already 28!)
Second, I come from a family of photographers. They are always trying to teach me and get me to get a dslr. It wasn't until reading your post that I bit the bullet and did it. $838 later, I am now the proud owner of
-the rebel body
-the 1.8 lens
-an 8gb sd card
-the lowel light
-a tripod
-a remote control
I can't wait to have better pictures on my blog! I can't wait for it all to arrive. So a big THANK YOU to you for your advice and for all of your beautiful creations on your blog.
baking away - congrats. You'll love your pictures. It will be immediate. Sometimes family can tell us things over and over and we don't listen until we hear it from someone on the outside. I'm glad to be the push to get you to better pics.
The rebel has been on my wish list forever, thanks for the equipment/photographing tips.
great pictures!!! :D is there are recipe for the cupcakes with reese's pieces on top? :)
Provoking Puppet - you're welcome
riana - thanks and here's a link to the reese's post.
http://bakerella.blogspot.com/2008/06/got-milk-i-hope-so.html
Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge both in baking AND in photography!! :) I have been salivating over that XTi for months and months...I finally broke down and bought an XSi because I got a super good deal on it and I am SO excited about not having to let my creations go without getting a good photo of it!!! Yey!!!
I enjoy your blog! Keep it coming! :)
Your blog is really great, and your photography is beautiful!
I love the pics and all the great baking tips, and Camera tips.
Thank you! I will be back and will let others know you are out there.
I am just starting a blog and it is
not very good, thank you for the inspiration to get it up to speed.
Again, I really enjoyed yours.
Loved the favorite celebs list...
Dawn
Wendy - you'll be so happy you bought it! Promise.
Dawn - congrats on getting started. I'm sure yours is fine. And it will get better with each post.
Thank you so much for the photography information. Your pictures are amazing. If you don't mind me asking, what do you use to get such great lighting? Also what do you use for your coloured backgrounds? Thanks again!
I use natural light whenever I can and then when that's not available, I use the lowel ego light mentioned in the post. For the backgrounds, I just use colored papers.
Thank you so much! You're pictures are fantastic!
No problem.
Oh Bakerella, I am so happy that you went with a Canon camera. You picked the best. I am a long time user of Canon products and love them. I say this because my best, dearest friend is a Nikon freak. They are both great products. I bought the Canon Xsi for my husband and he loves it. I use the 40D. Your sweet treat are wonderful. Love you site.
How do you make the collage prints and put text on the photos? do you have a special program?
Chere - My first, second and third digital cameras were canons. I love them, too.
MommyDevan - It's done with a program calle Adobe Photoshop.
Ok, Bakerella...I'm trusting you on this one. I just took the plunge and bought this same camera. I know NOTHING about photography, and my boyfriend laughed at me when I told him "the Cupcake Lady" recommends it. (Plus I read all the rave reviews on Amazon.) I'll post again once I've had time to play around with it. Thanks for the recommendation!
Kara - I don't think it will dissapoint. I do suggest getting the 50 mm 1.8 fixed lens though. It's pretty cheap and I use it 95% of the time.
i always wondered how your pictures were so beautiful. See, most of my cupcake photos are taken by my husband with his digital slr nikons. He has a lot of lenses but no fixed 50 mm 1.8. I might have to get him to buy one so he can take pictures of my works.
Now what do you use for the backgrounds and such for your pictures or do you photoshop it in somehow? and do you photoshop your photos [ theres no shame in it! =)]
With the 50 mm 1.8 fixed lens, do you use this even when you are taking pictures of your friends/family or just when taking close-ups shots like those of your baking?
Also, is this 50 mm 1.8 fixed lens something that can be used for scenery shots? I am taking a trip down a portion of Route 66 in May and last year all I had was my little $100 digital and I'm looking for better quality shots this year.
One more thing...did you learn all this on your own?
Thanks so much! I am very impatiently waiting for my camera to get here!
slepre - the backgrounds are scrapbook paper and I use photoshop to color correct if needed.
Kara - I use the 50 all the time. People, food , whatever. But it's best for things closer.
I learned what little I know about cameras by just playing around with it.
What piping tip did you use for those cupcakes?
Tip:
I'm 99% sure it was the 2D. If not, it was the 1M. It's a large tip, so you'll need the larger coupler.
Because of your post I just bought the 50mm lens for my Canon too! I don't know much about my camera at all. Thanks for helping me choose a lens that will make my photos even better!Thanks!
Ok.. i have a different kind of questions. What kind of progam did you use to make the collage in the middle of this post? I love it! And...do you know how much it was?
Bakerella - LOVE the blog!!! I stumbled across it on a message board when I was searching for "baby shower treats." I have made cake balls before and always screw them up when I dip them in the chocolate. Seeing your beautiful creations is an inspiration to perfect my skill :) You've definitely gained another follower!
emmasgemsvintage - congrats. you'll love it
ivgotahalo - Adobe photoshop. It's pretty pricey.
courtney - welcome and glad you like it.
Wow! Not too many sites make me say this but "wow". You have an artistic talent for hands on work and seeing things from that perspective. I have never heard of cake pops either and I have been around the baking block a few times. Always fun to learn something new! And you are so helpful and open to people. That is very nice of you. Really. :)
Thanks for saying so.
Love the site and the gorgeous photos - who knew cupcakes could be so astoundingly pretty?!
I was interested in your backgrounds/set-up for the cupcake photos. Neat to hear you use scrapbooking paper....now a request. Maybe sometime you could take a few steps back and take a picture of the setup of your photo shoots? Then I could get a better idea of how you accomplish these great pictures. I would really love to see it!
Lara - maybe, but I'm ususally holding a light in one hand and the camera in the other.
Bakerella, your amazing!!!! Your work is divine! Your photography is inspiring, I adore your blog, I can't get enough of your trip to PW's and....you have time to reply to posted comments! You are a woman I look up to and can really learn from, thank you for all you offer freely on this blog, it truly is AWESOME!
I <3 your blog, you inspire me ALL the time. Each time you make something, I want to try it too! You have great unique and creative ideas, <3 it.
I tried to play with the 2D but it didn't have the ruffle effect :( Do you have any additional how-to tips?
Kelly - thanks Kelly. That's sweet of you to say.
Layla - Next time I use it I will try and give better details.
Your cupcakes are really amazing!! I love your blog!
I have a french blog and actually I organize a food envent about decorated cakes and cupcakes. I would be a pleasure for me I you want to participate!
Excuse my bad english.
http://lesdelicesdhelene.com/2009/03/concours-vos-gateaux-du-printemps/
*Drool* Oh well, a girl can dream. Maybe if I try really hard to visualize the camera in my hand, the universe will align and zap me one! Until then, I'll keep a napkin handy while I gawk at your site. Actually, its not so much gawking as smiling-- happy rainbows and fond memories smiling-- and then a little drool.
hello! i stumbled upon your site and i was glad i did. i love your baked goodies. by the way, i'm from the Philippines. a long way...i make chocolate lollipops as a small home business. i love your cake pop ideas. hopefully i can re-create what you do...wish me luck...keep up the good work and God Bless... Rima, Manila
I think cupcakes are my one of my favorite things to bake and frost. Do you have any tips for the perfect cupcake? I'm making jungle themed cupcakes for my son's 1st birthday and I want the guests to be wowed!
Hi Bakerella! :) I don't know how but I randomly came across your blog and I LOVE IT! Thank you so much for posting this info re: cameras. I've been debating for a while about whether to upgrade from my "small & fits-in-my-pocket" cam to a big "professional" cam. I'm leaning more towards Nikon, and maybe use the 50mm f/1.8 lens that you recommended... It's available for Nikon, right? I know very little about these big & intimidating cameras. LOL.
Oh and because of your blog... I created my own blog account and will hopefully get it up and running once I finalize my camera choice. (So I can take beautiful pics of my sweets just like you.) BTW Great Photos! I heart ur blog/site. :)
i also ran across your blog when i was done posting mine.... i love the pops.. i saw you on martha on my way out the door to work one day and did not write it down... you are awesome and i am doing some cupcake pops for mothers day at the bistro i work at... doing blue velvet with lemon cream cheese. white chocolate bottoms and bright bold colored tops... will post photos for you on sunday... you r awesome and inspiring to me
Thank you so much for sharing your camera and accessories with all of your fans! I am really in love with your creations and photography! Keep up the AWESOME work!
Wow, I love the Mom tattoo style cupcake, really impressed with the quality of the photos. I have a nikon, but desparatley want to upgrade to the Nikon D90, the close up quality is amazing- however seeing your results with the canon for cake deocrating needs, might make me change my mind!
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Hi Bakerella, does that light you mentioned, is it a good substitute for natural light? See, my kitchen is smack dab in the middle of my house no windows anywhere close so I don't get any natural light in there so my pictures are always either yellow from light bulbs, overly light with the flash, or too dark... :/ So I am trying to find a good natural light substitute,
It-s pretty good. Especially for the price and ease of use. I wish I had two.
Aloha Bakerella! I just made a batch of cake bites and I have a new favorite treat! I used less frosting as it is so humid here in Hawaii, but other than that your step by step directions are fabulous!
Love the site and all the gorgeous pictures. I was wondering if you ever thought about using a close up lens? (sorry if someone already suggested this, not sure I read all the comments) They are a super cheap alternative to buying a macro lens, costing about $30 for a kit with three different strength lenses, +1, +2, and +4. I don't even know what the numbers means, I just know they work really well for taking pics of food. They are about the same size as filters and screw on to your existing lens. You can even use 1,2 or all 3 lenses at the same time. Check out B&H Photo on line. Hopefully they can do your sweets justice!
And I just have to say, mahalo for sharing all your talents! Just think, you are making people smile (and gain weight) all over the world!
LOVE this post! Thanks for all the great tips on photography!! I'm an amateur photographer and love to take shots of my food and others' as well! If you have time, check out www.kenrockwell.com - he has some great photography tips there and I've learned a lot from him.
I love your site -THANK YOU!!! xo
Bakerella can you adopt me? I love your blog!!! Perhaps you have answered this already. I tried to read through most of the comments: So no photo editing software program? All your pictures are camera/lens magic?
I actually am among those who e-mailed you with the same question, and really appreciated your reply! I MUST get me one of those lights you speak of - looks like that's the tool I need!
Thanks for sharing this :)
Hair - Adobe Photoshop for cropping/downsizing/color correcting.
It's great!
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