15 Ways to Get Better Food Photos from Food Photographer Claire Thomas

"Most of my shooting I do on my camera phone," food blogger, stylist and photographer Claire Thomas tells us. "I take a picture with my iPhone and then one with my Nikon." Whatever photography device you use, her proven tips and tricks solve common problems like dark lighting and unappealing-looking food. Discover the best time for natural lighting, which photo-editing application she trusts for touch-ups and her one easy trick to spruce up boring food.

Check out the slideshow above to discover 15 easy tips and tricks from Claire Thomas for mouth-watering food photos.