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What camera equipment do you use?
I use a Canon 6D usually fitted with my favourite food photography lens, Canon’s 100mm f2.8L macro lens, allowing razor sharp focus for small details, producing brilliant bokeh and capturing light perfectly. I often use my Canon 50mm f1.4 for aerial food photography as it allows a wider angle than can be achieved with a 100mm lens. I shoot both freehand and with my camera mounted from a tripod in low light settings or with self-timer to achieve action shots.

Who eats all your baked goods?
Funnily enough, this is one of my most frequently asked questions! I usually share my sweet treats with my family, friends and colleagues, who happily devour them and provide me with invaluable feedback in recipe development.

Where are your recipes from?
My recipes have lovingly been developed from a variety of old-fashioned favourite childhood cookbooks, popular bakeries, patisseries, trendy food bloggers and celebrity chefs. Each recipe’s inspirations and origins can be found in the credits section of each post.

May I order a cake from you?
I love baking cakes for friends and family but unfortunately, it is not feasible for me to bake event cakes regularly on a larger scale. If you are baking a cake for an event using one of my recipes and would like any further advice, please feel free to comment on the recipe post or use my Contact page to get it touch. Alternatively, depending on your location, I may be able to provide recommendations on where you can purchase a delicious cake for your next event.

May I use your images on my website, blog, social media or in any other form?
I appreciate your support and interest in my photography, however the use of any of the images contained in this blog is not permitted without consent. If you wish to use an image, please use my Contact page to request permission and I will be in touch as soon as possible. If you follow me on Instagram and wish to repost an image there, please either contact me directly through social media or use my Contact page to request permission with thanks.

Where do you source your beautiful servingware, ceramics and napery?
Everywhere! I love ceramics, and particularly enjoy supporting local and emerging artisans. The majority of pieces in my collection have been purchased myself for personal use, and happily feature at many an afternoon tea at home with loved ones. Over the course of blogging and social media interaction, I have established relationships and collaborated with a few local designers, and as such, there are a few pieces in my collection that have been received as gifts or samples. Any paid sponsored content or affiliate links are clearly identified in each post and all opinions expressed on this website are my own.

I’d love to work with you, what services do you offer and how can I get in touch?
I’m available for photography, styling, recipe development, sponsored content and custom collaborations. I’ve been delighted to work with internationally renowned brands, Marimekko, Williams Sonoma and Maxwell and Williams, iconic local bakery, Jocelyn’s Provisions and in collaboration with talented artisans, Kim Wallace Ceramics, Kinfolk and Co, Red House VT and Anna Wallace Ceramics. If you’d like to collaborate, I’d love to hear from you. Visit my Contact page to get in touch, keeping in mind that I prefer to work with designers that have a natural blend with my aesthetic.

If you have any further queries, please get in touch using my Contact page. I’d love to hear from you.

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Salma Sabdia | Food Photography

Hi, I’m Salma, and I love creating beautiful images and sweet treats. If you’re looking for a little baking inspiration, you’ve come to the right place.

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Don’t these flowering gums just take your breath Don’t these flowering gums just take your breath away?

These gorgeous watermelon and fairy floss native blooms stopped me in my tracks a few mornings ago, casually strewn across the path of my morning jog.

Instantly mesmerised by their gorgeous hue, I love how they’ve brightened up a little corner of our home 💕

#australianflora #australianflowers #nativeaustralianplants #floweringgum #corymbiaficifolia #marimekko #marimekkohome #budvases
Studded with honey roasted macadamias, and layered Studded with honey roasted macadamias, and layered with strawberry & lime and mango & passionfruit, this ice cream terrine is a pure Australian summer dream.
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Created for @ausmacadamias, it showcases the native Australian nut in all its glory. Just one of endless possibilities for this delicious nut 😊
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#ad #ausmacadamias #australianmacadamias #macadamias #aussiesummer #summerbaking #holidaybaking #homemadeicecream #foodphotographyandstyling
Those passionfruit curd drips 💕 Find the recip Those passionfruit curd drips 💕

Find the recipe for this White Chocolate Wattleseed Cake + Passionfruit on the blog (link in profile)

Created and shot for @harrisfarmmarkets

#wattleseed #whitechocolatecake #layercake #drizzlecake #passionfruitcurd #summerbaking #holidaybaking #foodphotographyandstyling #harrisfarm
Love the delicious buttery crunch of Australian ma Love the delicious buttery crunch of Australian macadamia nuts in this ice cream terrine, roasted with a hint of honey and ginger, then swirled through vanilla ice cream and layered between summery sorbets of strawberry and lime, and mango and passionfruit. 

I grew up with this native Australian nut, and they’ve always held a special place in my heart (and baking!), so I was absolutely delighted to create this recipe for @ausmacadamias, one of endless possibilities for this delicious nut.

Hands up who wants a bite? Or slice? Or two? 🙋‍♀️

Recipe up now on the blog (link in profile) 😊

#ad #ausmacadamias #australianmacadamias #macadamias #aussiesummer #summerbaking #holidaybaking #homemadeicecream #foodphotographyandstyling
An ode to the simple joy of homemade ice cream in An ode to the simple joy of homemade ice cream in summer, complete with fresh mint from our backyard, handpicked by the kids, infused overnight, and flecked with really really good dark chocolate. There was no doubt this was one of the best ice creams we’ve enjoyed as a family, yet one question remains - is it Mint Choc or Choc Mint? 🍃😂

#homemadeicecream #homemadegelato #minticecream #chocmint #mintchocolate #chocchip #summerbaking #holidaybaking #foodphotographyandstyling #handmadeceramic
Early season figs seem to slowly be making their w Early season figs seem to slowly be making their way into the shops, and I’ve got these brûléed figs on my mind. Perfect served with my Honey Ricotta Cheesecake, you can find the recipe on the blog (link in bio) 😊

#localhoney #honeycheesecake #ricottacheesecake #figcake #cheesecakerecipe #brulee #brûlée #summerbaking #holidaybaking #foodphotographyandstyling
Hello 2023 💕 My favourite cake of 2022 to end Hello 2023 💕

My favourite cake of 2022 to end the year and one of my favourite quotes from Max Ehrmann’s Desiderata to kick off the new one “And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should”.

Wishing you all a beautiful year ahead 😊

Recipe for this divine Blood Orange & Earl Grey Bundt Cake on the blog (link in profile)

#bloodorangecake #earlgreycake #teacake #bundtcake #drizzlecake #summerbaking #holidaybaking #foodphotographyandstyling
Looking for something deliciously simple this summ Looking for something deliciously simple this summer that pairs beautifully with almost any fruit? This Maple Yoghurt Loaf Cake has the perfect crumb thanks to a lovely balance of semolina, almond meal and yoghurt. It’s delicious unfrosted, but I do prefer it as pictured - smothered in maple cream cheese frosting and dotted with summer berries and fresh figs 💕 a favourite from the blog - recipe link in profile 😊

#loafcake #yoghurtcake #figcake #berrycake #summerbaking #holidaybaking #summerfruit #foodphotographyandstyling
Sending all the holiday love 🌟 #holidaylove #g Sending all the holiday love 🌟

#holidaylove #gingerbreadcookies #holidaycookies #festivecookies #christmascookies #cookiegoals #foodphotographyandstyling
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