Should you need any extra inspiration this year to go on plenty of summer picnics, check out Jennifer Causey’s recent photography series: Summer Cookbook (for Cooking Light) and 1 Cooler, 1 Weekend. This NYC-based photographer has an impeccable eye for color, and her food and still life photography is so well-styled. A blend of favorite photos from the two series:

View more food and lifestyle photography on Jennifer Causey’s portfolio.