Well, the image is the one you see here and it is the silver drawer from the legendary Lutece restaurant in New York. And, the photographer was Eric Futran, who turned out to be an incredibly nice guy…not to mention extraordinarily talented …and sent me a copy of his picture. After many years, it still hangs nearby in a place of honor. I still love how he captured the texture and surface patina of owner Andre Soltner’s silver. It’s perhaps a simple image….but it means a lot…still. (it also serves as a reminder of how as a young person starting in this industry, Chef Andre gave me far more time and attention than I deserved; his teachings were many)
If you are looking for terrific culinary and food photography….you won’t do better than Eric Futran. Go by his website and check it out – www.chefshots.com I think you will be impressed.
