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I'm getting a little frustrated trying to photograph textured objects. In real life these two pieces look pretty clean and interesting with all the raised pattern, but for some reason the camera doesn't pick up that aspect and rather exaggerates the roughness and makes the work look rather sloppy. I think the macro feature acts as a magnifier and picks up every little nuance.
I put extra time into making sure a piece has a professional finish and so it bothers me a bit.
I understand that handmade is not going to have the 'perfection' of machined edges, but that certainly is not what I'm aiming for. But I would like an accurate representation of the actual work in my photos, especially since in an online store those photos are the only information a buyer has. So if anyone has any tips on this issue, I'd love to hear them. I do diffuse my light to keep shadows to a minimum and I have photo programs to minutely adjust different aspects, but so far nothing seems to work.
Having said that, I do like this pattern. I think that unusual patterns are interesting and I love the tactile feel of the piece. If I could just get the photographs to relay that then I'd be a happy camper :)
http://www.1000markets.com/shops/ninedragons
Oh Sue these are just beautiful. As you know I can not help you with the photo taking question. But I think these look just great. Does your little vessel open at the top? It looks like it does in the picture.
ReplyDeleteGrat work, Hon.
thank you Linda :) Yes it opens at the top, the back has a ribbon hinge that is hidden beneath tabs (on the bottle and cap) and it has a loop closure. Thanks for looking and commenting...hope you're not too stuffed with yesterday's turkey :D
ReplyDeleteWhat a great concept for the bracelet! The pieces on the ends really finish it off nicely! Wonderful!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Cindy...I follow your helpful blog and so I do really appreciate you noticing and taking the time to comment :)
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