Photographing frozen treats is no small feat, especially when you're styling, shooting, and troubleshooting all on your own. Frozen dessert photography can feel like a race against time.

In this video, I’m sharing how to style and photograph frozen treats so you can capture those perfectly chilled shots without the stress. These tips are especially helpful if you’re a solo food photographer working with limited hands and limited time.

Here are some of the tips we cover:

Prep everything first—props, camera, lighting—before your frozen subject comes out.
Use a chilled metal baking sheet to keep frozen items colder longer while you style and shoot.
Chill your props (plates, boards, etc.) to avoid speeding up the melt.
Keep all your tools close by and shoot near the freezer, or use a portable cooler.
Take test shots and make adjustments before placing the actual frozen item on set.

These small steps make a big difference when you're trying to keep your frozen subject looking as fresh as it does frosty.