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How to Photograph Diamond Jewelry Have tried to photograph some jewelry for the purpose of scanning image to ebay or other media for sale. rings, pendant, etc. gold w/diamonds. I tried a black background and took snapshots with and without flash. Photos did not turn out clear and detailed and diamonds are not distinct. Any tips?
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- Gregory LaGrange Contact Gregory LaGrange Gregory LaGrange's Gallery |
you use straight on flash from the hot shoe? try having light at 45 degree angle from camera.
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Bob Cammarata |
Rather than flash, try two incandescent light sources...each from 45 degrees. (similar to a copy stand set-up). This will give you complete control with regards to lighting and elimination of any shadows. Try a bright colored background instead of black. When advertizing a product, a bright red or yellow background is a real attention getter. (The florescent cardboard sheets sold in most craft stores are cheap and work well for this.) Use a small aperture setting to produce a starburst effect on the brightest reflected part of the diamond. Note:....If your camera is film based, you need to use tungsten balanced film or use proper filtration. Hope this helps,
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