Preferably use a single lens reflex slr camera but a smartphone should do the trick if necessary.
How to photograph ceramics for a portfolio.
A short video showing how i photograph my pottery using three point light set up.
These tips will help you photograph your work for your admissions portfolio.
This should provide you with a nice balanced light for photographing your art 4.
Recommended materials equipment 1 daylight bulb.
Here is a run down of how you can photograph your portfolio in 6 simple steps.
Please excuse my foggy voice i was getting over a cold.
But an artist website brings the undeniable advantage of introducing your creations to a global audience that can reach far beyond your gallery or studio.
The main idea of t.
Stand straight to take your photograph.
The main reason we use a daylight bulb is because it matches the colour temperature of daylight.
So go ahead and press the shutter release.
If the image looks good on review great job.
For extra help please see the two instructional videos in the right sidebar of this page.
The minimum recommended size and resolution is 5x7 inches at.
Unless you re planning to fill your portfolio with quirky shots of your work taken from different angles you ll need to stand straight in front of your painting or drawing to get a good shot.
For artists working with ceramics it can be challenging to showcase the texture and detail of tactile works online.
If not check over the settings and repeat the previous steps.
Once everything is dialed in you can photograph ceramics all day long.