Getting the perfect photo platter is something you should consider carefully. Many factors contribute to the final result you will get. They also affect the lifespan of your platter. Photo platter making is a craft that deals with memories and connections. Creating a strong memory, a good conversation starter and a common link is very common with a photo platter. In today’s piece, we will take you through the selection process and give you extra tips that’ll help you get the right results.
Size Considerations
The size of your photo platter affects how you can use it. It determines the angle of the picture, the food size it can handle, and where it can be used. Round and oval plates are the first option for photography because of their circular shape. It easily frames the image so editing is very minimal. However, platters with edges like the rectangular or square platters are used in formal meetings or to get specific results.
Standard Dimensions
Photo platters come in three forms namely, small, medium and large.
Small: This platter is about 6-8; inches and is usually used for desserts and appetizers. You can also use it as an accessory , for intimate settings, and individual servings. These sizes are great for showing individual portraits or smaller, detailed images.
Medium: This platter is the size of the average dinner plate which is about 9-11 inches. You have likely seen this in meetings and in certain homes. This size makes the photo visible while serving food.
Large: This is about 12+ inches and it’s used for large gatherings. The platters are usually used as statement pieces on the table. They are also excellent for displaying a collage of pictures. If you want to tell a story, this is the best option.
Space Planning Tips
Visual Breathing Room: This is the space around the image that allows you enjoy its details. So, it’s important you create a border around the platter.
Display Location: The size of the room also affects the success of the display. A large platter isn’t good for a small room because it will be the main focus but a small platter won’t be seen in a big room.
The location of the platter should also be considered.
Proportional Balance: The photo should complement the food being served, not take focus from it. You can follow the 70-80% rule which gives 70% of the platter to the phone and use 30% for food.
Design Elements
This involves photo, checking its placement, and how it matches with the platter’s shape and style.
High-Resolution Images: A blurry picture will reduce the platter’s beauty. A resolution of 300 dpi should do the trick.
Cropping: Use an image that fits the platter shape easily. Stretching pictures to fit the plate will give them an unnatural look. You can do strategic cropping to bring out some important details.
Photo Orientation: The photo orientation (portrait or landscape) determines the shape you choose. Landscape pictures fit rectangular platters and portrait pictures will use circular platters.
Matching Dinnerware Style: A modern dinner set will match a square or rectangular platter while a traditional dinner set will take a circular platter.
Additionally, use oval platters with circular dinnerware while square platters fit dinnerware with straight lines.
Background and Color Palette: Use a platter color that complements the photo, not remove focus from it. A white or cream-colored platter is often a safe choice, because it’s neutral.
Text Integration
Readable Fonts: Choose clear, readable fonts, decorative or script fonts can be difficult to read, especially at smaller sizes.
Strategic Placement: Text is usually placed along the border of the platter, or below the image. Some people hide the text in the image, making viewers play a mini hide and seek game with the platter.
Contrast and Legibility: Dark text on a light background will make the text standout and be very clear.
Occasion-Specific Selections
Photo platters are great gifts for a many events. Creating platters with the design and content to the event adds a warm value to the gift.
Wedding Gifts:
Personalized platters with wedding photos are beautiful tokens. When using photo platters as wedding gifts, you should check these tips.
- Add wedding dates or couple’s monogram to the piece
- Select elegant materials that match the couple’s style
Anniversary Celebrations:
- Choose designs that are great for milestone years
- Include photos that holds the memories of the past years
- Add personalized messages or meaningful quotes
Family Gatherings:
- Select larger sizes for family meals
- Add multi-generational photos that will start conversations.
- Consider durability for frequent use
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