There are a million tripods available in almost all price ranges, it is a little bit of 'you get what you pay for', but look for one that goes up to at least 60".ī&H photo has a selection of inexpensive and higher quality options. Plus, it is much easier to get your camera in the right spot, square, level, and straight on, when you use a tripod. No matter what camera you use, even an iPhone or other camera/phone, a tripod is essential to provide sharp images. The second essential item to have is a tripod. On these pages, you can see current offers: These lights are often readily available and less expensive on Amazon or eBay. Here they are, as a brand new kit from B&H Photo: Each light is 750W, so relatively powerful and bright enough with an umbrella to give an even light over a larger space. A hard light, like a bare bulb, spotlight, or direct sunlight, is the least desirable for this kind of work, unless you are going for a very specific, textured look.Ī basic lighting set up consists of two lights, two light stands, and two umbrellas.Ī good, inexpensive example of this would be a two light Lowel Tota light kit. I suggest a softer light with a broader spread, so I often use umbrellas to soften the light.
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In professional terms, this is called 'copy lighting' or 'copy light', and basically means using two lights on opposite sides of the artwork, each at a 45 degree angle, to provide even lighting and eliminate shadows. The most important aspect to begin with is the lighting.