Asian Photography - Vol. 38 No. 7 - Macro Food Photography & Pro Tips

Jul 31, 2026

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Asian Photography July 2026, Volume 38, Number 7, focuses on macro close-up imagery with an emphasis on macro food photography. The issue explains how slowing down and observing details reveals extraordinary beauty in everyday subjects, from textures of sugar, salt and spices to bubbles in drinks and the structure of chocolate and pastries. It provides guidance on techniques, equipment, lighting and composition, highlights reviews of Tamron’s 35-150mm f/2.8 lens and Fujifilm Instax Mini 13, and encourages photographers to experiment with macro lenses or close-up tools.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryLifestyle

FormatPDF

Pages68

Reading Time1 h 45 min

AccessFree to download

NEWS

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PROFILES & TIPS

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REVIEWS

Tamron 35-150mm f/2.8 full-frame lens

Fujifilm Instax Mini 13 instant camera

Free 1 year e-version JOIN US ON JULY 2026 `150 US$10 [www.asianphotographyindia.com](www.asianphotographyindia.com) [Vol. 38-No. 7](Vol. 38-No. 7) REVIEW TAMRON 35-100MM F/2.8 PRO-PROFILE TIPSAND TECHS SLOW DOWN, LOOK CLOSER -Prashant Chandran THE LANDSCAPE OF THE PLATE: AGUIDE TO MACRO FOOD PHOTOGRAPHY HIDDEN WORLDS: EXTRAORDINARY MACRO IMAGES OF EVERYDAY OBJECTS A SAP MEDIA PUBLICATION 4TH Edition The Indian Alcobev Industry Era PRICE `3000 US$ 50 400 PAGES OF ABSORBING CONTENT, HISTORICAL PHOTOGRAPHS, PROFILESAND ANECDOTES TO PRESENT A COMPLETE OVERVIEW OF THE INDUSTRY SPANNING OVER A 100 YEARS. Kindly mention No of copies and the total Amount Rs. Please send NEFT/ RTGS/ Cheque or DD in favour of Special Audience Publication Pvt Ltd For NEFT/RTGS Bank Details are as under : Beneficiary: Special Audience Publications Pvt. Ltd. Bank Name: Union Bank of India Branch: Lokhandwala Branch, Andheri West Mumbai-400 053 Account No: 315701010029658 IFSC Code: UBIN0556530 Asia’s largest circulated alcobev magazine AP EDITORIAL EDITOR / PUBLISHER Trilok Desai GROUP HEAD Bhavya Desai DIRECTOR MARKETING Aruna Desai SENIOR CORRESPONDENTS Fred Shippie Lester Ledesma EDITORIAL TEAM Anirudh Iyer Rajan Gupta SPECIAL CORRESPONDENT Lopamudra Ganguly (Delhi) DESIGN Rajendra Gaikwad MANAGER ADVERTISING Laila Rupawalla DY. MANAGER ADVERTISING Kora Ganguly MARKETING EXECUTIVE Ragini Desai Pooja Gupta COPY DESK Sameer Gadkari Bhavya Desai The Smallest Details Photography has always been about perspective. Sometimes, all it takes is changing the way we look at the world to discover extraordinary beauty hidden in the ordinary. That is precisely what macro photography encourages us to do. It invites us to slow down, observe carefully, and appreciate details that often go unnoticed in our fast-paced lives. While flowers, insects and water droplets have long been the hallmark subjects of macro photography, but the genre has evolved significantly. Today’s photographers are pushing creative boundaries by exploring unusual subjects that transform everyday objects into fascinating works of art. Even common household items can reveal stunning textures and forms when viewed up close. One trend that has gained remarkable popularity is macro food photography. From the crystalline texture of sugar and salt to the vibrant layers of fruits, spices, beans and desserts, food offers endless opportunities for creative exploration. Capturing steam rising from a freshly brewed cup of coffee, the delicate bubbles in a fizzy drink, or the intricate structure of chocolate and pastries demonstrates that culinary subjects can be just as captivating as nature. With careful lighting and thoughtful composition, even the simplest ingredients can become compelling visual stories. In this special issue, we explore techniques, equipment and creative ideas that will help photographers look beyond conventional subjects and embrace the limitless possibilities of close-up photography. Whether you are using a dedicated macro lens or experimenting with extension tubes and close-up filters, the essence of macro photography lies not in expensive equipment but in curiosity and patience. This issue also features reviews of Tamron’s new 35-150mm f/2 .8 full-frame lens—the versatile option and the Fujifilm’s Instax Mini 13, an instant camera that builds upon the success of its predecessor with user-friendly controls, improved exposure performance and the familiar charm of instant prints. As always, we hope this issue inspires you to look a little closer, experiment a little more, and discover that some of the most remarkable photographs are waiting to be found in the smallest of details. Until Next Time Happy Reading! PRODUCTION MANAGER Manoj Surve Bhavya Desai bhavya_desai Asian_photography_magazine AsianPhotographyMagazine [www. asian photograph

FAQs

What does this issue of Asian Photography emphasize?

It emphasizes close-up macro photography, especially macro food photography, including techniques, equipment choices, and creative ideas for photographing everyday details.

Which camera lens and instant camera products are reviewed?

The issue includes reviews of Tamron’s 35-150mm f/2.8 full-frame lens and Fujifilm’s Instax Mini 13 instant camera.

How does the issue suggest improving macro photos?

It recommends slowing down, observing carefully, and using thoughtful lighting and composition; it also encourages experimentation with dedicated macro lenses or alternative close-up tools like extension tubes and close-up filters.

Jul 31, 2026

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