Thanks, Bob.
I'll probably limited to the 50mm for a while. I considered using my 2X
TC, but the past few times I've used it, I had trouble getting it to
release from the camera body and don't want to risk putting it on there
and ending up damaging the camera trying to get it off there. Plus, I
was a bit loathe to give up the couple of exposure stops.
Hopefully, I'll get a nice 100mm before too long, but it probably
wouldn't have been the best option in this situation, anyway, given that
I was a bit cramped for working space at the time. We're working on
getting more room for the future, though.
Thanks again!
-- Walt
On 12/14/2010 2:16 PM, Bob Sullivan wrote:
Walt,
Good suggestions by Christine, especially the light box.
On lens selection, I try to remember that 100mm lenses give a working
distance of 100mm,
while 50mm lenses give a 50mm working distance.
That's why 100mm Macros are more popular...more room to set-up.
Tripods, small apertures, and lots of light are your friends.
Regards, Bob S.
On Tue, Dec 14, 2010 at 8:03 AM, Christine Nielsen<ch...@inielsen.net> wrote:
Walt,
I've done a little of this type of work... here are a few thoughts for you...
- Currently, I use the fa 100 macro, which I like a lot for shooting
small things, like beads. But, I've used a shorter lens in the
past... a 50 might be better, if you are trying to get a shot of a
whole necklace, etc...
- Use a tripod. You'll want enough DoF to show the entire piece in
enough detail, so stopped down apertures (I usually go f8-13),
especially at close range. Then you don't have to worry about slow
shutter... and it will help with sharpness, too.
- Watch out for reflections in silver/shiny pieces. A white
posterboard or sheet placed strategically can minimize the chances
that your surroundings will be visible in the jewlery's mirror-like
surface.
- Have you thought about using a lightbox? You can make one yourself
for very little $$, and you can use it with natural light, strobes, or
even desk lamps. Check this out:
http://strobist.blogspot.com/2006/07/how-to-diy-10-macro-photo-studio.html
Have fun!
-c
On Mon, Dec 13, 2010 at 2:19 PM, Walter Gilbert<ldott...@gmail.com> wrote:
Hi all,
I have a friend who makes some really nice turquoise jewelry
(http://www.sisdesigns.com/) and she's asked me if I'd like to take a shot at
doing some photographs of her work for catalogs and design conference
submissions. We've already worked on some rudimentary lighting and staging for
the pieces, and are going to do some experimenting today. Before I jump in, I
figured I'd ask if any of you might have any pointers.
Of course, I'll be shooting in RAW, and have decided to bracket the shots.
Beyond that, I wonder if it would be best to use my M-50/2, or my 18-55mm kit
lens, or something longer?
Thanks for any advice anyone can offer!
-- Walt
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