As many of you know, food styling has become one of my all-time favorite creative outlets- and yes, the fact that my assistants and I get to reward ourselves with whatever we style? Pure, delicious karma.
Take these sticky buns, for example. Cinnamon-laced swirls that look almost too good to eat. The best part? Their shape mirrors something I’ve always loved in nature and photography: the Golden Ratio. Also known as the Spiral of Nature, this form shows up everywhere: shells, storms, galaxies, and yes… even your breakfast.
In photography, we use this ratio to compose beautiful, balanced images. But let’s not nerd out too hard on math- I know what you really want to know…
Were these buns as delicious as they looked?
Yes. Absolutely. They were sticky, buttery, cinnamon-y perfection, made only sweeter by the effort it took to make them look flawless.
For this setup, I chose a clear plate over a geometric gold placemat. Why? It does two things:
- It keeps the eye focused on the sticky goodness, and
- It adds texture and visual warmth without stealing the show.
Honestly, food styling makes my heart sing. If you’re a restaurant, baker, or food blogger, and you want your creations to shine this brightly and I’m here for it.
➡️ Want more buttery goodness? Check out these styled flapjacks.
➡️ Need scroll-stopping food photos for your business? Let’s talk: info@jessieleephotography.com
