Anna Saverimuttu's Photography Blog

Food Photography

Food photography, or indeed any type of still-life photography, is a great way to teach yourself to observe subjects more carefully and to analyse their shape, form and texture.  Digital photography makes it so easy to discard the shots that don't work and just keep snapping; however, setting up a shot and using a tripod immediately slows you down and forces you to think hard about your composition. 

I really like the more naturalistic type of food photography that is used nowadays, as compared with the days when mashed potato was used as an ice-cream substitute and food was coated in all manner of strange substances to make it look (but not taste!) appetising.

 
 

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Still Life Photography

Oh, the joys of photographing something that doesn't move for a change:)  I can poke it, prod it, reposition it and even spray it with water, and it won't utter a sound!

I used to spend most of my time at college in the studio with a 5" x 4" camera glued to my eyeballs, my head under a darkcloth, staring at an upside-down image of a still-life composition I'd spent hours lovingly and painstakingly setting up.

So I thought I'd go back to basics this month and try shooting inanimate objects again.  These were taken on my dining-room table, with just a camera, reflector and tripod.  The Sea Holly was pretty dead and dried up, but I sort of prefer it that way.

 

 

Merry Christmas

 
 
 
 

Family Photography Surrey

It was a beautiful autumn morning when I photographed this lovely family a few weeks ago. 

I discovered very quickly that this little boy's three favourite things were Thomas the Tank Engine, dinosaurs and chocolate! His baby brother had just learned to sit up and so we started off with some shots on (and in!) mum and dad's bed before going for a walk in the fields and by the river just behind their house.  The light was gorgeous and we had a great time collecting leaves, jumping in puddles and looking at the sheep.

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 

School Christmas Fair in Haslemere Surrey

A couple of weekends ago I exhibited at a school Christmas fair in Haslemere.  The venue was stunning - a beautiful building in an amazing setting.  The fair was spread out over several different areas and we were in the marquee where there was an impressive variety of stands selling all sorts of Christmassy things. The atmosphere was great and it was lovely to meet all the mums and dads and their families who stopped by to have a chat. 

And huge thanks to my wonderful friend Rose who helped transport me and all my products, photographed me and kept me well supplied with Christmas cupcakes! x

 
 

Family Portrait Photography Guildford

As the forecast is for snow this week, here are some photos from a family portrait session I did in the summer!

I always have a pre-meeting with my clients before the actual day of their session so that we can discuss what outfits will look best, good locations etc.  We started off outdoors and then finished with some photos taken at the house.  I think the blues and reds really work well here as do the backdrops provided by the Chantries and the surrounding areas.

A really fun session with a lovely family!

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Business Portrait Photography - Surrey

I was recently approached by this lady as she needed some new portraits for a book that she was writing and also for her website.  She works as a counsellor and so wanted her photos to convey a friendly and approachable demeanour whilst still looking professional.  After a chat, we decided that an outdoor setting combined with some shots taken in her home would be most appropriate.

The weather was perfect for the outdoor shots which were taken at Denbies Vineyard in Dorking, a fantastic location and one which I'd never visited before but which I now plan to.  We spent a very enjoyable couple of hours finding different areas in which to shoot, and using a couple of different outfits, and I'm pleased to say that she was delighted with the photos. 

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 

 

Autumn Weather in Norwich

I'm always sad to see the end of the summer but we have had some beautiful autumn weather lately.  Last week we had a short break in Norwich, exploring the city and also the Norfolk Broads.  The combination of autumn sunshine, burnished leaves and beautiful old buildings was particularly irresistible.  There's something about the way those rays of light come filtering through the trees or strike the contours of a statue that is hard to beat. 

Okay, so the chairs don't really come into the "Autumn" category, but I just liked them - they look as if they're waiting patiently for someone to sit on them!

To my friend Rose who is currently out in India, here's a taste of what to expect when you come home:) x

 
 

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Baby Photography Surrey

This little girl was such a pleasure to photograph - she was so happy and contented, and didn't even object to the numerous outfit changes which I put her through during the session!

I always like to allow a whole morning for my baby portrait sessions if possible - this means that as well as getting a good range and variety of images, we have plenty of time to allow for naps and feeds; so, we used mum and dad's bedroom and then spent a short time in the garden too.  When I saw the little red coat and the strawberry hat, I just couldn't resist!