This final step adds a variety of different textures to the surfaces of the
breads and muffins. I’ve shaded the bottom of the basket darkly to
further add to the illusion of fullness. Crinkle up the napkin underneath
the bowl to keep it from looking like a sheet of graph paper.
Strategically arranging objects that share a common theme is
another popular method for creating a still life. In this approach, the
arrangement often appears studied, even conspicuous. It’s all part of
a rich atmosphere in a controlled setting.
This theme involves three classical fields of study in the
Renaissance: anatomy, world exploration, and astronomy. Each field