There are an unlimited number of visual herbs, sauces and condiments at our disposal. But, to me, four seasonings are the most helpful when trying to whip up a new image:

• Contrast magnifies the natural flavor of an image and increases it richness or makes it appear more delicate;
• Clarity tenderizes the meat of the subject, makes it easier to digest and lets the eye's pallet relish all the subtle textures hidden within nooks and crannies;
• Hue adds an appetizing value that's important for any optical cuisine. For example, studies have shown color stimulates glands near the eye-tooth that aid in picture digestion (I hope you are still with me...);
• Saturation adds zest to picture preparation and, for many, is the crowning touch to a culinary delight! Top gourmets use this to kick their dishes up several notches and make their repas visuel (...that's French) hearty, exciting and memorable!

So, I hope you have taken this as the tongue in cheek discussion that it's meant because I'm certainly not tying to make a virtual poke in the eye of any astro-imaging Executive Chef!

Bon Appetite and please pass the salt!