Three of the most important things for nice clear photos are lighting, which we talked about it part 1, using the macro setting on your camera, and a tripod.
Using the macro setting is a must for close-up photos. Most cameras have a macro setting, just look for the little tulip symbol.
I highly recommend using a tripod. It is almost impossible to hold completely still while taking a photo. If you find your camera moving when you push the button to take the photo, you may even want to use the timer.
You can get different effects shooting your items from different angles, especially if you are shooting on a clear acrylic stand. The first photo below was shot looking straight down.
This next photo was shot from the front just slightly above eye level of the beads. At this angle the acrylic stand creates a reflection of the beads.
Play around with shooting your beads at different angles and see what you get. I’ll be back Friday with some info on basic editing and resizing.
