<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/" > <channel> <title>DIY Craft Photography</title> <atom:link href="/tag/list/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /> <link></link> <description>Product photography for handmade goods</description> <lastBuildDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2015 05:07:38 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en-US</language> <sy:updatePeriod> hourly </sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency> 1 </sy:updateFrequency> <generator>https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.5</generator> <image> <url>/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/cropped-DIYC-site-icon-32x32.png</url> <title>DIY Craft Photography</title> <link></link> <width>32</width> <height>32</height> </image> <item> <title>Ultimate Product Photography Tips List</title> <link>/ultimate-product-photography-tips-list/</link> <comments>/ultimate-product-photography-tips-list/#comments</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[M. Johnson]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 05 Sep 2013 07:00:37 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Composition & Techniques]]></category> <category><![CDATA[etsy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[food]]></category> <category><![CDATA[lighting]]></category> <category><![CDATA[list]]></category> <category><![CDATA[macro]]></category> <category><![CDATA[photography]]></category> <category><![CDATA[tips]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">/?p=348</guid> <description><![CDATA[This massive compilation of the web’s most useful articles and blog posts about photographing crafts has it all: backgrounds, cameras, lighting, tutorials, styling, composition – if it’s not here, it doesn’t exist! (Okay, we’re kidding on that one – if you know of a good resource we missed, tell us in the comments!! ) Here...</p><p><a class="more-link" href="/ultimate-product-photography-tips-list/">Read More</a></p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div id="attachment_1279" style="width: 451px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/50_best_resources_ultimate_photography_tips_list.jpg"><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-1279" class="size-full wp-image-1279" src="/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/50_best_resources_ultimate_photography_tips_list.jpg" alt="ultimate product photography tips" width="441" height="364" srcset="/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/50_best_resources_ultimate_photography_tips_list.jpg 441w, /wp-content/uploads/2013/09/50_best_resources_ultimate_photography_tips_list-300x247.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 441px) 100vw, 441px" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-1279" class="wp-caption-text">Pin me on Pinterest!</p></div> <p>This massive compilation of the web’s <strong>most useful articles and blog posts about photographing crafts</strong> has it all: backgrounds, cameras, lighting, tutorials, styling, composition – if it’s not here, it doesn’t <em>exist! (Okay, we’re kidding on that one – if you know of a good resource we missed, tell us in the comments!! )</em></p> <p>Here are <strong>50+</strong> links to product photography tips were carefully chosen for their unique perspectives & helpful content. Nearly all of these links are beginner-friendly with no expensive equipment, software, or cameras required, and most of them come from crafters just like you!</p> <p><strong>Happy reading!</strong></p> <h1>Backgrounds & Photo Styling</h1> <ul> <li><a href="http://tracys-trinkets-treasures.blogspot.com/2011/01/how-to-take-photos-with-white.html">How to Take Photos With a White Background</a> – Two foam core boards make a flawless white background</li> <li><a href="http://www.bowerpowerblog.com/2010/10/how-to-make-a-white-photo-backdrop/">How to Make a White Photo Backdrop</a> – White background techniques for large objects (or small children!)</li> <li><a href="http://www.iheartnaptime.net/my-photography-tips/">iHeartNaptime’s Photography Tips </a>– The secret is layering!</li> <li><a href="http://www.pencilshavingsstudio.com/2012/09/pss-guide-to-etsy-styling-your-photos/">Guide to Styling your Photos</a> – where to find styling accessories plus gorgeous examples</li> <li><a href="http://blog.bigcartel.com/post/53443976459/expert-tips-photo-styling-101">Expert Tips Photo Styling 101</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.asweetpeachef.com/how-to/how-to-create-a-wood-background/">How to Create a Wood Background</a></li> </ul> <h1>Composition & Posing</h1> <ul> <li><a href="http://ohmyhandmade.com/2013/marketing-pr/feature-perfect-etsy-shop-product-photography/">Feature Perfect Etsy Shop Product Photography</a></li> <li><a href="http://blog.folksy.com/2011/03/14/product-photography-tips-composition-the-rule-of-thirds-and-using-dynamic-diagonals">Product Photography Tips</a> – Rule of thirds and camera angles</li> <li><a href="http://www.prettyhandygirl.com/2012/01/photography-tips-better-composition-and-lighting-tips.html">Better Composition and Lighting Tips</a> – Befores and afters!</li> <li><a href="http://www.modahaus.com/photography-tips-for-card-makers-and-crafters/">Photography Tips for Card Makers and Crafters</a> – Use a camera stand to produce perfectly straight and undistorted photos</li> </ul> <h1>Camera & Lens Recommendations</h1> <p>Guides on buying a new camera:</p> <ul> <li><a href="/best-dslr-cameras-under-500-spring-2014/">Best DSLR Cameras Under $500</a> – <em>Updated Spring 2014!</em></li> <li><a href="/top-selling-point-and-shoot-cameras-amazon-winter-2014/">Top Selling Point and Shoot Cameras Spring 2014</a> – <em>Updated Spring 2014!</em></li> <li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0075SUHWG/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0075SUHWG&linkCode=as2&tag=diy07a-20">Canon PowerShot A2300</a> – My favorite point and shoot camera of 2013. If I had to replace my camera tomorrow, I’d get this one. <p><div id="attachment_864" style="width: 194px" class="wp-caption alignright"><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0075SUHWG/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0075SUHWG&linkCode=as2&tag=diy07a-20"><img decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-864" class="wp-image-864" src="/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/canon_powershot_elph_a2300.jpg" alt="Canon Powershot ELPH A2300" width="184" height="137" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-864" class="wp-caption-text">Canon PowerShot A2300 was DIYCraft’s point and shoot pick of 2013.</p></div></li> <li><a href="http://www.modahaus.com/best-camera-for-product-photography-guid/">Pros and Cons of Various Camera Types</a> Compares DSLR, point and shoot, and smartphone cameras</li> <li><a href="http://www.mkdigitaldirect.com/tips/features-selecting-digital-camera-for-jewelry-photography.html">Features to Look for in a Digital Camera</a> – Help choosing a DSLR</li> <li><a href="http://snapsort.com/">Snapsort</a> – Recommendations and a tool that compares ANY two cameras!</li> <li><a href="http://lenshero.com/#price=300">LensHero</a> – Tell it your budget and your preferences and it tells you what lens to buy.</li> </ul> <h1>Camera Guides</h1> <h2>DSLR Cameras</h2> <p>Master your DSLR camera:</p> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.pinterest.com/diycraftphoto/dslr-cameras-the-missing-manual/">DSLRs: The Missing Manual</a> – Our pin board collects the web’s best DSLR how-to’s</li> <li><a href="http://www.digitalcameraworld.com/2012/04/02/do-or-di-your-lens-markings-explained/">Lens Markings Explained </a>– Decode your lens’s language</li> </ul> <h2>Point & Shoot Cameras</h2> <p>Get the most out of your point and shoot camera:</p> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.munatycooking.com/2013/01/how-to-food-photography-with-point-and-shoot-camera.html">Food Photography with a Point and Shoot Camera</a> – Amazing point and shoot photos, and the advice applies to more than just food!</li> <li><a href="http://www.digitalcamerareview.com/default.asp?newsID=5464&news=how+to+take+great+pictures+with+your+point+and+shoot+camera">How to Take Great Photos with your Point and Shoot Camera</a></li> <li><a href="http://digital-photography-school.com/macro-photography-tips-for-compact-digital-camera-users">Macro Photography with a Point and Shoot Camera </a></li> </ul> <h2>Smartphone Cameras</h2> <p>Maximize your smartphone camera:</p> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.modahaus.com/iphone-and-galaxy-macro-photography-tips/">iPhone and Galaxy Macro Photography Tips</a> – It’s amazing what you can do with a smartphone camera nowadays</li> <li><a href="http://www.etsy.com/blog/en/2013/top-tips-for-smartphone-photography/">Tips for Smartphone Photography</a></li> <li><a href="https://db.tt/bOPHgPH">Dropbox</a> – Use Dropbox to painlessly transfer photos from your smartphone to your computer. Dropbox is free, and referring friends earns you even more space past the initial 2GB!</li> </ul> <div id="attachment_1627" style="width: 193px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://db.tt/bOPHgPH"><img decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-1627" class="wp-image-1627" src="/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/dropbox-logo.jpeg" alt="dropbox-logo" width="183" height="183" srcset="/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/dropbox-logo.jpeg 350w, /wp-content/uploads/2013/09/dropbox-logo-150x150.jpeg 150w, /wp-content/uploads/2013/09/dropbox-logo-300x300.jpeg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 183px) 100vw, 183px" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-1627" class="wp-caption-text"><a href="https://db.tt/bOPHgPH">Dropbox</a> is the easiest way to get photos off your smartphone and onto your computer’s hard drive.</p></div> <h1>Etsy Tips</h1> <p><a href="http://etsy.com">Etsy.com</a> is the web’s most popular marketplace for handmade, vintage, and supplies.</p> <ul> <li><a href="http://etsypreneur.com/">Etsypreneur</a> – How to market crafts, from the folks behind <a href="http://www.everythingetsy.com/">EverythingEtsy</a></li> <li><a href="http://craft.tutsplus.com/articles/the-business-of-craft/how-to-get-your-product-on-the-front-page-of-etsy/">How to Get Your Product on the Front Page of Etsy</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.handmadeology.com/how-to-get-featured-in-thousands-of-etsy-treasuries/">Get Featured in Thousands of Etsy Treasuries</a></li> <li><a href="http://rifferaff.typepad.com/make_it/2008/11/how-to-get-on-the-etsy-front-page.html">How to get on the Etsy Front Page</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.etsy.com/blog/en/2012/how-to-create-a-cohesive-shop/">Create a Cohesive Shop</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.craftcount.com/">Craftcount.com’s Top Etsy Sellers Chart</a></li> </ul> <h1>Food Photography</h1> <ul> <li><a href="http://pinchofyum.com/tasty-food-photography">Tasy Food Photography by PinchOfYum </a>– This popular food blogger literally wrote <em>the book</em> on food photography!</li> <li><a href="http://pinchofyum.com/ten-household-items-that-can-improve-your-food-photography">10 Household Items that Can Improve Your Food Photography</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.abeautifulmess.com/2012/01/5-tips-for-food-photography.html">5 Tips for Food Photography</a></li> <li><a href="http://digital-photography-school.com/10-tips-to-improve-your-food-photography-styling">10 Tips to Improve Your Food Photography Styling</a></li> <li><a href="http://momadvice.com/blog/2012/02/food-photography-101">Food Photography 101 </a>– In depth!</li> <li><a href="http://blog.photoshelter.com/2013/05/back-to-basics-food-photography-lighting-styling/">Back to Basics Food Photography Lighting & Styling</a></li> <li><a href="http://chocolatecoveredkatie.com/2013/05/01/food-photography-tips-gone-very-wrong/">Food Photography Tips Gone Wrong </a>– A hilarious look at food photography mishaps</li> </ul> <h1>Lighting</h1> <ul> <li><a href="http://photography-cameras.org/tips/lighting-tips-and-techniques-for-photography">Lighting Tips and Techniques for Photography</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00B607ZAG/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00B607ZAG&linkCode=as2&tag=diy07a-20">Lighting for Product Photography</a> – Lighting is the essence of great photos, no matter what your camera. This is <strong>the</strong> handbook guide to lighting your products. <p><div id="attachment_868" style="width: 221px" class="wp-caption alignright"><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00B607ZAG/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00B607ZAG&linkCode=as2&tag=diy07a-20"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-868" class="size-full wp-image-868" src="/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/lighting_for_product_photography1.jpg" alt="lighting_for_product_photography" width="211" height="266" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-868" class="wp-caption-text">DIYCraft’s favorite lighting book.</p></div></li> <li><a href="http://www.learnmyshot.com/How-to-Create-Sunshine-Effect-in-Studio-with-Artificial-Sunlight">Fake a Sunshine Efffect in Studio with Artificial Sunlight</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.rhythmhousedrums.com/blog/djembe-photo-how-to/">Photographing a Product Outdoors </a></li> <li><a href="http://www.prettyhandygirl.com/2011/05/photography-secrets-for-shooting-in-your-home.html">Photography Secrets for Shooting in Your Home</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.prettyhandygirl.com/2013/01/diy-photography-light-studio-set-up.html">DIY Photography Light Studio Setup</a> – Great tips on lighting, such as using both a CFL and an incandescent bulb</li> <li><a href="http://www.handmadeology.com/clothing-photography-tips-making-your-product-pop/">Making your Product Pop with Bounce Lighting</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.handmadeology.com/cut-wrap-and-make-your-silver-jewelry-shine-product-photography-tips/">Cut, Wrap, and Make Your Silver Jewelry Shine</a> – Easy tutorial on tinfoil bounce cards for spectacularly shiny jewelry</li> <li><a href="http://www.ishtarolivera.com/blog/2010/04/photo-tutorial-part-one/">Ishtar Olivera’s Photo Tutorial Part 1 </a>– Do’s and Don’ts, behind the scenes, DIY bounce panels</li> <li><a href="http://www.semisweetdesigns.com/2012/09/19/diy-food-photography-lighting/">DIY Food Photography Lighting</a> shows how SemiSweetDesigns takes great photos with a couple of IKEA lamps</li> <li><a href="http://fstoppers.com/learn-about-managing-reflections-in-this-simple-product-photography-tutorial">Managing Reflections with this Simple Product Photography Tutorial</a> – Fantastic tutorial with professional results</li> </ul> <h1>DIY Lightboxes</h1> <ul> <li><a href="http://blog.bigcommerce.com/how-to-rock-product-photography-on-a-budget/">How to Rock Product Photography on a Budget</a> – A plastic storage container + light clamps = one professional-looking photography setup!</li> <li><a href="http://www.prettyhandygirl.com/2013/01/diy-photography-light-studio-set-up.html">DIY Photography Light Studio Setup</a> – A foldable DIY photo studio and great tips on lighting, such as combining a CFL and an incandescent bulb</li> <li><a href="http://www.viauphotography.com/blog/post/2011/02/09/Tutorial-Create-a-White-Background-for-Your-Photography.aspx">Create a White Background for your Photography</a> – Designed for use indoors with sunlight as the only light source</li> <li><a href="http://www.beautezine.com/chit-chat-diy-lightbox-product-photography/">DIY Lightbox Product Photography</a> – A novel lighting arrangement gets great results</li> <li><a href="http://makingitlovely.com/2008/10/16/faq-product-photography-part-two/">Product Photography part 2</a> – DIY lightbox made from a clear plastic crate and a 4-lamp setup</li> </ul> <h1>Macro (Close Up) Photography</h1> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.etsy.com/blog/en/2008/staying-sharp-achieving-clarity-and-crispness-in-your-photos/">Achieving Clarity and Crispness in your Photos</a></li> <li><a href="http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-6501_7-57560030-95/how-to-get-blurry-backgrounds-with-a-point-and-shoot/">How to get Blurry Backgrounds with a Point and Shoot</a> – Using Macro mode for a blurred background</li> </ul> <h1>Handmade Marketplaces</h1> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.aftcra.com/">Aftcra</a> – Prides itself on American-made handmade goods (no supplies or vintage items) and <strong>charges no listing fee!</strong></li> <li><a href="http://www.artfire.com/">Artfire</a> – Vibrant craft community that offers a help number for sellers and <strong>free listings</strong></li> <li><a href="http://etsy.com">Etsy</a> – The web’s best known handmade marketplace, but each listing costs 20 cents and recent listings are given search priority</li> <li><a href="http://folksy.com/">Folksy</a> – A UK-run craft marketplace, pay per listing or subscribe with an annual fee</li> </ul> <h1>Jewelry Photography</h1> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.bmpt1.com/tutorialimages/jewelry01/jewelrytutorial01.html">Basic Macro Photography for Jewelry</a> – Super clever use of Styrofoam containers to create a lightbox and plenty of post processing tips</li> <li><a href="http://www.handmadeology.com/the-dos-and-donts-of-product-photography-for-etsy-sellers/">Do’s and Don’ts of Product Photography</a> – Shows off a seller’s growth as a photographer, photos go from blah to WOW</li> <li><a href="http://stylecampaign.com/blog/2009/05/10-etsy-sellers-share-jewelry-photography-tips/">10 Etsy Sellers Share Jewelry Photography Tips</a></li> <li><a href="http://beadaciouslyyours.blogspot.com/2010/08/photos-of-jewelry-in-natural-sun-light.html">Photos of Jewelry in Natural Sun Light</a></li> </ul> <h1>Post Processing</h1> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.dgrin.com/showthread.php?t=4963">Photoshop Tutorial: Creating a White Background</a></li> <li><a href="/photoshop-tutorial-fake-a-background-blur/">Photoshop Tutorial: Fake a Background Blur</a></li> <li><a href="http://lifecraftinessandeverythingelse.blogspot.com/2009/11/how-to-use-lightbox-and-photo-editing.html">How to Use a Lightbox and Photo Editing </a>– DIY light box followed by adjustments in Photoshop</li> <li><a href="http://beadaciouslyyours.blogspot.com/2010/08/photos-of-jewelry-in-natural-sun-light.html">Photographing Jewelry in Natural Sunlight</a></li> <li><a href="http://blog.studiowaterstone.com/2010/07/playing-with-your-photographs.html">Playing with your Photographs</a> – Blurring and greyscaling the background make the product POP!</li> <li><a href="/photoshop-cs6-settings-tips/">Photoshop Settings Tips</a></li> </ul> <h1>White Balance</h1> <ul> <li><a href="http://digital-photography-school.com/introduction-to-white-balance">Introduction to White Balance</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.ilovephotography.com/blog/custom-in-camera-while-balance-tutorial/">Custom In-Camera White Balance Tutorial</a></li> <li><a href="http://photo.tutsplus.com/tutorials/how-to-get-white-balance-correct-in-camera-every-time/">How to get White Balance Correct in Camera Every Time</a> – Exhaustive and detailed guide to in-camera white balance</li> </ul> <p><strong>Note to readers:</strong> <em>Some links in this article are Amazon Affiliate links. Read DIYCraftPhotography’s <a href="/affiliate-disclosure/">full disclosure here</a>.</em></p> <p><strong>Okay, what else is out there? The web is HUGE – tell us what we missed!!</strong></p> <p> </p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>/ultimate-product-photography-tips-list/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>1</slash:comments> </item> </channel> </rss> <!-- Performance optimized by W3 Total Cache. Learn more: https://www.boldgrid.com/w3-total-cache/ Served from: diycraftphotography.local @ 2024-06-28 17:49:33 by W3 Total Cache -->