Elements: Kevin Reeve

Egg in whisk ©Kevin Reeve

The elements of Cuisine

In the years that chefs spend in the kitchen refining and developing technique, we rely on fundamental elements and skills that form the basis of even the most complex preparations. It is the smallest things, done impeccably and with love, that elevate seemingly lowly ingredients to a transcending level.

It is with this same dedication to the process of photography that I have transitioned from behind the scenes in the kitchen to behind the camera in the studio. The parallels between preparing food and making photographs are too many to detail individually, but is it suffice to say that the pursuit of technique and the dedication to the creative process runs equally deep in both professions.

Link to an interview with Chef Ferran Adria, father of modern avante-garde cuisine

A sampling of Kevin's food photography...

Macro: Kevin Reeve

Macro shot of chickenfoot and Japanese blade. ©Kevin Reeve

To kick off the quarter, I thought it would be great to shake things up. I have been thinking recently about the ever-increasing disconnect we Americans have with our food. We often shudder to think about where the meat on our plates actually comes from. In many societies feet, organs, and other “undesirable” cuts are the norm, it is simply too expensive to eat Western-style cuts of meat, yet these peasant foods often form the spirit of the larger culinary culture. 

It is important to remember that a strong agrarian ethos was one of the key factors in building America. As a nation, we have largely turned our backs on local, small-scale farmers. Next time you’re faced with the decision of purchasing sustenance, have a quick think about what you’re leaving in the wake of your shopping cart, and what’s actually for dinner.

That, and it's just a really super-creepy shot...

-Kevin

Take a look at this cool local food blog with cool pictures!

Also this blog about food ethics! Doesn't that sound fun?

Motion

On sunday mornings I do a lot of egg cracking at Panera Bread! I decided to just do a simple photo sequence on egg cracking. Before the egg is cracked, during, and after. Eggs are awesome. Taste good too.

Delicious - Gallagher

What is better than a slice of home-made NY cheese cake.