Bloghttp://www.findingflavors.com/blog/Fri, 04 May 2012 22:54:00 +0000en-USSquarespace Site Server v5.11.81 (http://www.squarespace.com/)A Bird's Eye ViewLouisianaaerialhoumaphotographyphotographytravelMatthew NoelFri, 04 May 2012 22:31:03 +0000http://www.findingflavors.com/blog/2012/5/4/a-birds-eye-view.html437199:4863036:16130899Last month I had the opportunity to do some aerial photography for the Terrebonne Tourism Board.  Living in the area I hadn't viewed my home town from above and it turned out to be spectacular!  We even took off the doors the helicopter.  The trip started out by circling downtown Houma, La and then heading out toward the Gulf of Mexico.  The whole time I kept thinking that I can't believe I get to do this for a living.  A couple of the photos are below.  You can find out more about tourism in the area at houmatravel.com

]]>http://www.findingflavors.com/blog/rss-comments-entry-16130899.xmlNikon D800 test video - Swampd800dslr videonikontesttravelvideoMatthew NoelSat, 28 Apr 2012 18:43:25 +0000http://www.findingflavors.com/blog/2012/4/28/nikon-d800-test-video-swamp.html437199:4863036:16045108I just received my d800 and wanted to test the video mode in a real shooting situation.  I took it out to a nature reserve near my house in south Louisiana along with my Nikon 24-70mm, Sigma 120-400mm, and tripod.  I shot on neutral picture setting which lowers the contrast and helps keep dynamic range. I also used the 60 frames per second 720P movie setting for the slow motion shots. This was edited in Sony Vegas which handled the raw files quite well.  There is a slight curves adjustment to bring back contrast and some sharpening.  The music is courtesy of zero-project.gr. Please ask if you have questions.

]]>http://www.findingflavors.com/blog/rss-comments-entry-16045108.xmlCongratulation to the "Best Chefs of Louisiana" 20122012Louisianabest chefschefsfrank brigtsennew orleanspaul prudhommephillip chansusan spicertory mcphailMatthew NoelTue, 17 Apr 2012 14:22:23 +0000http://www.findingflavors.com/blog/2012/4/17/congratulation-to-the-best-chefs-of-louisiana-2012.html437199:4863036:15881802Last night the American Culinary Federation New Orleans chaperter held their annual "Best Chefs of Louisiana" award ceremony and fundraising gala.  What a spectacular group of chef and congratulations to all.

]]>http://www.findingflavors.com/blog/rss-comments-entry-15881802.xmlHouma, La Mardi Gras 2012 "Behind the Scenes"2012Louisianabehind the sceneshoumamardi grastravelMatthew NoelSat, 03 Mar 2012 19:39:09 +0000http://www.findingflavors.com/blog/2012/3/3/houma-la-mardi-gras-2012-behind-the-scenes.html437199:4863036:15282375I was on an assignment for the Terrebonne Parish Tourism Board videoing and photographing a Mardi Gras float den.  This is where they prep the floats for their parade.  Sharron Pontiff was kind enough to spend some time on camera explaining what goes on behind the scenes.  The video follows.

]]>http://www.findingflavors.com/blog/rss-comments-entry-15282375.xmlSecond at Congressaustinchefscongressdavid bullfood photographerfood photographyfood stylingrestaurantrestaurantseco2dsecondtexastravelMatthew NoelWed, 08 Feb 2012 15:20:48 +0000http://www.findingflavors.com/blog/2012/2/8/second-at-congress.html437199:4863036:14930971I had the opportunity to sit down with Chef David Bull in Austin, Tx and talk about restaurant Second at Congress.  It quickly became apparent that Chef David loved what he is doing.  It definitely translates through his food.  Here are the photos from that day.

]]>http://www.findingflavors.com/blog/rss-comments-entry-14930971.xmlNew Photos for 2012food photographyfood photographymatthew noelnewMatthew NoelMon, 30 Jan 2012 16:42:25 +0000http://www.findingflavors.com/blog/2012/1/30/new-photos-for-2012.html437199:4863036:14790210I am happy to report that there are new photos under the Food and Beverage Photography gallery.  Also I put together a new gallery for my Personal Work.  Thanks for taking a look.  Any feedback would be appreciated.

]]>http://www.findingflavors.com/blog/rss-comments-entry-14790210.xmlThe First GiveawaygiveawaygiveawayMatthew NoelSat, 24 Dec 2011 18:52:05 +0000http://www.findingflavors.com/blog/2011/12/24/the-first-giveaway.html437199:4863036:14314714]]>http://www.findingflavors.com/blog/rss-comments-entry-14314714.xmlHow To Photograph Gumbofinding flavorsfoodfood photographerfood photographyfood photographyfood stylingmatthew noelMatthew NoelTue, 15 Nov 2011 19:51:01 +0000http://www.findingflavors.com/blog/2011/11/15/how-to-photograph-gumbo.html437199:4863036:13735951http://www.findingflavors.com/blog/rss-comments-entry-13735951.xmlDomenicaDomenicafoodfood photographerfood photographerfood photographyfood photographyjohn beshnew orleansnew orleansrestaurantMatthew NoelWed, 21 Sep 2011 05:53:33 +0000http://www.findingflavors.com/blog/2011/9/21/domenica.html437199:4863036:12933091

I finished up a shoot at the Roosevelt Hotel in New Orleans and needed something for dinner.  I took a trip down the beautiful lobby to Chef John Besh's Domenica restaurant.  I had eaten there before and knew it would be good.  Eating by myself I wanted to try some menu items that some dinner companions may not order.  I'm glad I went the adventurous route.  It turned out to be delicious.  Photos follow.

]]>http://www.findingflavors.com/blog/rss-comments-entry-12933091.xmlTop Secret Pizza Photosadolfo garciachefsfood photographyrestaurantMatthew NoelTue, 20 Sep 2011 18:21:06 +0000http://www.findingflavors.com/blog/2011/9/20/top-secret-pizza-photos.html437199:4863036:11248893Chef Adolfo Garcia just opened not one, but two new restaurants.  I was invited to sample the first pizzas out of the oven that was shipped direct from Naples, Italy!  I can say that the true neapolitan pizza is amazing.  From the dough to authentic topping, chef will be treating his guests with waves of flavor that could previously only be found in Italy.  I can't wait for my second visit.  Ancora is the new pizzeria /salumeria and High Hat Cafe serves food from the Mississippi Delta region.  Below are some photos of Adolfo's restaurant family at the inaugeral lighting of the pizza oven.

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