For this cheese plate, I opted to fold our charcuterie pieces to help them take up less space since we had a lot to get onto the board. A camera mounting plate is an essential accessory for any photographer. It provides a secure, stable platform to mount cameras onto tripods and other support structures, allowing them to be adjusted in a variety of ways and ensuring that they remain steady while capturing the perfect shot. The plate can also be used with different types of cameras thanks to its universal design and compatibility with many brands. Roasted Brussels Sprouts (roast them with the same honey or balsamic glaze you include on your cheese plate!)

exciting flavor (like an extra-tangy goat cheese or an off-the-wall flavor like ash ripened cheese, flavor-infused cheese, or whatever grabs my eye at the store!The last generation of shoulder rigs placed the weight of the camera over your arms and often required adding counterweights to balance things out. Moving the camera over the shoulder takes the strain off your arms and gets rids of the superfluous counterweights, allowing you to shoot comfortably for longer periods of time. Now, TECHNICALLY, we could break cheeses out into a bunch of categories: Hard, semi-hard, semi-soft, soft, etc. Fresh berries (pro tip: slice strawberries in half lengthwise THROUGH the stem and leave the greenery on for a fun presentation)

This allows you to set your rig down on flat surfaces. That sounds minor, but with previous shoulder rigs, this wasn’t an option and could lead to precariously balancing your rig to take a break. With this simple yet effective addition to your gear collection, you will be able to take better photos with greater stability while also saving money on expensive mounts and tripods! L Cheese Plate Variety is your friend when it comes to cheese! Choose a mix of soft and hard cheeses, flavors, and milk types (cow, goat, or sheep's milk cheese). Prep your cheese plate ahead of time.You can assemble a cheese plate in 10-20 minutes (easy peasy!) but if you'd like to do some prep in advance, try these ideas:

As a general rule, I like to include the following categories on a cheese plate (keeping in mind that I want about a 50/50 mix of hard and soft cheeses, and that some cheeses might hit two of these bullet points!)

Apple or Pear slices (put these out at the last minute and consider drizzling them with a tiny bit of lemon juice so they don't brown!) When it comes to serving cheese for a party, the possibilities are endless! Start with a classic cheese board by choosing three to four different types of cheeses such as hard and soft varieties. Arrange them on a wooden board or platter with accompaniments like nuts, dried fruit, olives, and jams. A cheese plate appetizer is an essential dish at 99% of my gatherings, holiday or otherwise. (It's also been an essential dish on, y'know, Tuesdays when I'm too lazy to cook dinner). Additionally, the Smallrig Mounting Cheese Plate 1598 includes anti-slip rubber pads for added stability when mounted on surfaces such as tripods. Camvate Cheese Plate Since we're working on an ambitious documentary film called App: The Human Story, with a crowdfunded budget, we have to find ways to stretch every dollar. That's why we built our own shoulder rig and put together this DIY guide so you can build your own at a fraction of what you might pay online for a pre-assembled rig.A cheese plate in film is a type of shot that allows the audience to focus on one or more characters while still providing context. This is accomplished by having the camera pan or tilt away from the main action, allowing for a wide view of the scene and its surroundings. The cheese plate typically provides enough space for multiple characters to be included without cutting off any important elements. It also gives an opportunity for dialogue between two actors if needed, as well as showing off props and set pieces. At its core, it’s about creating atmosphere; establishing time, place and mood with minimal effort. How Far Apart are Camera Cheese Plate Holes? Set out your cutting board/plate and arrange any small bowls the night before. You can also set out any containers of nuts, salt, or honey you're planning to use so they're ready to go. Cheese is DELICIOUS, but it can also get EXPENSIVE. Here are a few wallet-friendly shortcuts I like to take when I'm building a cheese plate on a budget.