A beautifully arranged plate of food is one of the most popular types of photos shared on social media. It gives the impression of a perfectly curated meal, often evoking feelings of envy or admiration. But as this project shows, the full scene may not be as appetizing as it seems. By cropping the image and focusing on a small, well-arranged section, the photo hides the mess or less appealing parts of the setting, presenting an illusion of culinary perfection.
