MyStudio Jewelry Photography Tips and Techniques - Pt. 1

[@tabletopphotography]

@Muilkorfje - Thanks for the comment. You are right in the sense that most jewelry photos do not actually show the items on a display stand. However, the purpose of most of the props in the jewelry kit are to enable you to hang or position your jewelry in a natural manner so they are easier to photograph in close, usually without the actual prop showing. The majority of the final photos in the video also only show the piece of jewelry rather than the whole stand. The props just help.

[@evietarquin4982]

I was having such a problem the background color. Anything I was using to lay the jewelry on did not work, the color always changed once I downloaded the photo , but when you put the items on that "dated" stand, I said YES!! I have plenty of those - put it on the stand and it solved my coloration problems. Thank you for taking your time and posted the video. Evie

[@Joveron2010]

Yes, this is what I'm looking for. Thank you very much for your excellent works!

[@WeddingPhotography64]

Hey this was really informative! I have been looking into doing some jewelry photography and your video has really helped me to understand more about it. Thanks very much :)

[@Worldlywisdomworks]

Perfect. I have been looking for this kind of video for a long time. thanks.

[@Our-World-today]

Do you ever use the flash for jewelry photography? Does the "tent" and other lights make the flash unnecessary?

[@SushantMadye]

Canon 600D with 60MM micro lens is it ideal camera for Jewelry Photography with ur MyStudio MS20j kit?

[@gunasreedevi2575]

I am looking for such a kind of a photo table. Where can i buy this MyStudio MS20J table top.Would appreciate if you can Kindly guide me about the whole set up pls. Thank you.

[@PaulTaborovskyYT]

Spectacular video!

[@GimmeDatDing123]

I agree with you. I'm sure it's much easier to photograph jewelry (or other small objects) using a stand or prop, rather than trying to photograph them directly from above. You would need a whole new setup.

[@ASEmastermechanic]

I know you said you use F4 and 1/20 or 1/30 shutter speed, what you set the ISO? I am taking pictures of a plastic bottle, but if I white the background, the bottle seems over exposed. If the product looks good, than the white ground darken a little. How can I get a clear bottle with an almost white 255 background? Thanks.

[@tabletopphotography]

Hi Guna, you can purchase the "MyStudio MS20J" kit from Amazon, B&H Photo, or Adorama Camera. You can also purchase it from our website. The link is above in the Info section of the video.

[@nuancematters]

This looks great but on amazon, it doesn't appear to come with the lighting, only the panels and stands. I notice what you're using says 'my studio' on it and it appears to have lighting on it...is this something I'd have to purchase separately?

[@tabletopphotography]

LucyStewart1981 It does come with the lighting on Amazon. As long as you are purchasing the MS20J, you will receive everything you seen in the video (minus the jewelry and camera ;)

[@nuancematters]

Ah right, that's good to know. Thank you. :)

[@manhunt202]

thank you very mach for tippss !!!

[@tabletopphotography]

It is an older Canon Powershot SX100 IS. It is not made anymore. The camera was used to show that you can get good photos even with a consumer level camera, however I would recommend that you purchase at least an entry level DSLR camera for product or jewelry photography. You will have much more control over your photography and better final quality.

[@MelissaJMJ]

Thank you.

[@deea6807]

thnx for the great upload, i am the owner of two jewelley shop,and i just bought canon 1100D 18-55, 55-250 for jewellery purpose. and planning to buy macro lens also, i was told that i need a external flash around $273, but i guess after seeing this video has saved my money and will build light tent like this since its not available in India i guess. it really helped, and will share my experiance once will have hands on all equips.

[@tabletopphotography]

@rakettfua - I avoid using flash when photographing jewelry. Jewelry is generally highly reflective and flash often creates blown out (overexposed) areas or "hot spots" which create a harsh overall look to the jewelry and take away detail. Soft, even light is preferred which is why I'm using the MyStudio MS20 photo studio. So yes, I definitely recommend using the MyStudio MS20 or similar light box or tent to create wrap around lighting.

[@tabletopphotography]

@Fantamonkey - the answer is the best camera and lens that I have available. To get the best photos I would recommend at least using a DSLR camera (one with interchangeable lenses). Canon and Nikon both make good entry level DSLR's with decent kit lenses (you would want to use the max zoom on the kit lens). Even better would be to use a Macro lens as MDCCCLXXIV suggested.

[@AndreCRAZYGAMINGVideos]

which camera is the best for jewellery?

[@tabletopphotography]

@rakettfua - It really depends on the shape of the piece of jewelry and the look I am going for. If it is rather flat, say a bracelet lying flat or just the face of a watch, I will start around F/4 or so, and about 1/20 or 1/30 shutter speed and then adjust from there (obviously use a tripod with slow shutter speeds like that). If it is an intricate ring or something where I need a lot of depth I will usually go F11. Shutter speed will depend on your lighting source if you're using your own.

[@tabletopphotography]

@1OliviaJay - I would use the 50mm. The lens most likely has a larger aperture than the 18-55 so you can get shallower depth of field and faster shutter speeds, and the longer lens you have the more you will compress the background.

[@Our-World-today]

@mystudiobyprocyc Great answer. Thanks! I agree with you. Flash can often be too much. What shutter speed and aperture do you normally use together with the light tent? Perhaps I can use my external flash, or some lamp, from the top to light up the tent instead of the jewelry piece? :)

[@MorrisetteMedia]

nice vid!

[@tabletopphotography]

Hi Cheryl, yes you can purchase the "MyStudio MS20J" kit from Amazon, B&H Photo, or Adorama Camera.

[@jafferbaig768]

hi i am jaffer from INDIA i like the tutorial wich camera model u have youse taken those images canon model

[@cheryl12257]

Truly enjoyed your video and tips. Is there a kit I can purchase such as yours? Thank you! Cheryl

[@swedendive]

what is the black plastic board you use? Where to buy?

[@hopefulones9073]

Where did u get the black reflective panel. Ive been looking for one and can only find huge ones. I want one the size like yours. Thanks

[@tabletopphotography]

Aahley S You can find those on our website at procyc dot com. Look under MyStudio Products / Jewelry Props and Accessories

[@SooperHBOMB]

awesome video

[@ddddddddd9417]

i loved this video so much

[@algismorales]

Great video, thank you!

[@my4daughter]

my bf's cousin bought one from him and i just bought big one from him on amazon..

[@AntoinetteMendoza]

I loved the tutorial!!