# Balanced Food Photography Ricettario by Karsten Wegenerto Precariously Arranges Delicious Dishes By Meghan Young | Published 2013-05-21 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ricettario-by-karsten-wegenerto References: [trendland](http://trendland.com/ricettario-a-balanced-diet/) & [elenamora](http://www.elenamora.com/index.php?/set/ricettario/) Ricettario by Karsten Wegenerto is a photo series interpreting the benefits of a balanced diet. Yet similar to the '[Perfect Pairings](http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perfect-pairings),' '[200 Calories](http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/200-calories)' and '[Burning Calories](http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burning-calories-series)' series, the images take a more literal stance when it comes to these common concepts. In this case, the dishes have been arranged precariously to better depict the idea of balance. Styled by Elena Mora, Ricettario by Karsten Wegenerto revolves around four different dishes: Pizza Margherita, Apple Cake, Minestrone and Salmon. In the Pizza Margherita image, a wooden spoon with filled glasses atop it is balanced on a mountain of flour and artfully surrounded by a table, fork, book and photograph. A splendid series, it takes [food photography and still life](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nonnas-cam) to another level. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Literal Food Photography:** There is an opportunity to explore more literal interpretations of food photography, using precarious arrangements to convey ideas. - **Enhanced Still Life:** By taking still life photography to another level, there is a chance to create visually captivating images that go beyond traditional concepts. - **Balanced Diet Depiction:** The idea of balance in a diet can be creatively captured through visually striking and thought-provoking food photography. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food Photography:** The field of food photography can embrace experimental techniques to create unique and engaging visuals. - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers can explore new ways to incorporate food and still life concepts in their work, pushing the boundaries of creativity. - **Culinary Publishing:** Publishers and content creators in the culinary industry can leverage visually captivating food photography to enhance their publications and engage audiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Photography Project Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-life-1.md) - [Unique Artistic Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amusebouche.md) - [Food-Inspired Brand Imagery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cooking-clases-barcelona-venue.md) - [Balanced Freestanding Storage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ratio-series.md) - [Hyperrealistic Food Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/looks-delicious.md) - [Sustainable Kitchen Gear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/legni-collection.md) - [Food-Inspired Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dish-pics.md) - [One-Star Cookbooks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/one-star-cookbook.md) - [Social Media-Friendly Parfaits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/splitinhalf-parfait.md)