Slight damage to the obi (sash). The main body has no particularly noticeable scratches, stains, or writing. "Textbook of Sweet Photography" Kento Mitsuya Price: ¥1980 #KentoMitsuya #Books #Art/Photography/Crafts Explains the surprisingly difficult "photography of sweets" with examples. "Even though I made it well, why does the photo look somehow lacking?" A former chef and photographer solves such problems. From the basics of manual settings to styling ideas, this book proposes the shortest route to improving your sweet photography. From the "Introduction" of this book: The edges of freshly baked financiers, the glossy texture of canelés. The moistness of genoise, the crunchy texture of cookie choux. Even though you made the sweets well, why does the photo look somehow lacking? This book was created by a sweets-obsessed, former chef and photographer to solve the problems of sweet photography. From the basics of cameras that I wanted to know when I started photography on my own, to how I use light in my current work, and styling techniques, I compactly explain a wide range of knowledge. It's not a stiff book, but can be used like a strategy guide for an RPG. Furthermore, to make it enjoyable to read, we received cooperation from my favorite sweets brands and chefs for the examples that appear. In an era where it has become commonplace to share what you make through photos and videos, whether you enjoy making sweets as a hobby or make sweets for work. Let's change sweet photography from "have to do" to "want to do" and enjoy it together.