Back Deck Food Photography

This week's project: food photography!
Michelle, owner of Michelle's Malibu Meals, is an amazing chef and an even more amazing human being. Half the joy of snapping pictures of Michelle's food is spending time with her, hearing her share her passion for nutritious, beautiful and delicious creations. I always walk away inspired to try new ingredients and ways to prepare. Case in point: we all know kale is good for us, but I know I speak for many of us when I say the tough, leafy texture is just too much for me. Michelle fixes that by drizzling oil over washed and chopped kale and massaging it for a few seconds by hand. The result? Tender kale!

On Wednesday, Michelle went on her weekly visit to the legendary Santa Monica farmer's market and by 3 pm, she had whipped up ALL of these beautiful dishes.
The overcast sky of the Malibu afternoon diffused light everywhere and made for a perfect outdoor shoot on the backyard picnic table. Michelle even sent me home with samples!

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(BELOW) SEARED AHI NICOISE SALAD

In addition to catering large and small events, Michelle loves to prepare home cooked meals for delivery to families in their homes.
Michelle's Home Made Meal Delivery service is designed for families on the go who don't want to sacrifice delicious food when the schedule gets tight.
MMM delivers hot, fresh meals made from local ingredients, right to your door.
Get in touch with Michelle today to talk about your loved ones' needs.
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(BELOW) GRILLED CHICKEN WITH A SIDE DISH OF BULGAR WITH KALE AND ROASTED SWEET POTATOES

(BELOW) BROWN RICE BOWL WITH GINGER, CHILIES AND TURMERIC, BROCCOLI RABE, SNOW PEAS, ROASTED CARROTS, PEPPERS AND TOFU

(BELOW) KALE SALAD WITH WILD STRAWBERRIES, TOASTED ALMONDS AND FETA

(BELOW) GRILLED CHICKEN WITH ROASTED FINGERLING POTATOES AND CARROTS

LENTIL, TOMATO AND BUFFALO MOZZARELLA SALAD