Angle:
Will your dish look beautiful from a direct overhead point of view? How about at about a three-quarters angle, or even eye level? You may be somewhat limited in what kind of angle you can accomplish according to your space, but don’t be afraid to get creative. Many of us have stood on top of stools, chairs, or tables to get the shot. I like to do at least two angles every time I shoot something, just to give myself options. Be thinking about your angle as you set up your shot because some angles require a different set up. At eye level, for example, your backdrop is highly visible so if you don’t have an appropriate backdrop maybe that’s not the best angle.