Hi Paula: yes the work is nice, but here`s where I really sense what a good picture can do ! I`m trying to take a pic of a bamboo table made recently, far superior than this window work, and gee the pic comes out funky, so I will not post it till it looks ok. Seems the glossy finish on the table, gives all these reflections so the work looks terrible. What can I do pic taking wise? An area I`m terrible with, besides computer stuff, to name two. Any suggestions are welcomed. Thanks, nelson.

Hi Nelson,

I would suggest to take the images at an angle, use NO flash, and make sure the light is diffused.

I find that taking pics. of high shine jewelry reflects a lot...lots of burn out-NOT GOOD! Angles seem to work the best. Using a flash will only bring out more burn out, and reflect the flash.

Diffused lighting seems to work the best. Can be a bit dark, and that could depend on the location of the item. Bright light, even day light will work against you on something that has a bit of shine.

I hope you don't mind me commenting on this...I know it wasn't addressed to me, but I thought I could help.

Cheers, BTW- NICE WORK!!! =)

Jamie Santellano

Jamie,
As I try to take the pic and before I press the camera button, the image looks terrible, the angle was considered, and even put and overhanging sheet to block direct sunlight. Well, I`ll take some pics and see if manipulating the image on the PC, will help any. Thanks so much, and don`t mind at all, for it was an open call for help, and still is! Thanks again Jamie. nelson.

the only thing i can suggest is invest in a really good camera and learn how to use it. We had one of those inexpensive digital cameras and the photos showed the quality...not good. We purchased a Canon rebel and the photos have turned out so much better. it comes with a program to help you 'fix' the photos if they aren't quite up to standers. I'm no expert, but that is what we ended up doing.

Paula
Guthrie, MN

Paula, your suggestion seems to be the best,but for the time I`ll have to do with the recently bought digital. Most pics come very nice. I think it`s me and must learn some to get better pics with what I have. Undoubtly, there are limitations, and I`m not sure if I`m at the edge of one. Will have to find out...thanks! nelson.