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AzureC · 12-23-2012, 02:28 PM

preparing for product shoot using mirrors, black in this shot, just starting off with a sample, any pointers are welcome thanks

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**jford** · 12-23-2012, 07:49 PM - **1 Like**

Good detail, DOF a bit shallow (for a product shot, IMO). I really think you ought to practice with mirrors, if you intended to use mirrors in the product shot.
Also, the color temperature of this shot works beautifully for this shot. But it may not be appropriate for the product you're actually going to use, particularly with mirrors.
Just my opinion(s).
Thanks for sharing.

AzureC · 12-23-2012, 08:39 PM

This was shot on a black mirror, thanks for catching the depth of field though : )

Adam · 12-24-2012, 02:32 AM - **1 Like**

Your technique looks fine overall, and apart from the DOF, I'd recommend a slightly different perspective so you can see a bit more of the top of the product. As it is right now it's hard to tell if it's just a lit rock or a candle holder (or is it something else?)

You might also want to adjust the levels/contrast a bit to bring out a bit more detail toward the bottom of the rock.

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Julie · 12-24-2012, 01:19 PM - **1 Like**

I think it's a very nice start.

Would agree with what jford and Adam said.
Also, I'm not sure if your monitor is picking this up, because on mine, I can see where the mirror's edges end behind the camera. So I'd either suggest cloning it to black in post-processing or placing the object further away from the edge to make it less distracting.

AzureC · 12-24-2012, 03:24 PM

Excellent! I cannot see that on my monitor, very very helpful thank you!!! I will try the cloning, when I do the actual shoot I have a large backdrop I will b using to correspond with the color mirror I'm using

12-23-2012, 02:28 PM	#1
AzureC Forum Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Cape Cod, MA Photos: Gallery Posts: 90	Product Photography Lens: 50mm fixed Camera: Pentax K-r Photo Location: Amherst, NH ISO: 100 Shutter Speed: 1/250s Aperture: F11 preparing for product shoot using mirrors, black in this shot, just starting off with a sample, any pointers are welcome thanks Attached Images

12-24-2012, 01:19 PM - 1 Like	#5
Julie Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Illinois Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,069	I think it's a very nice start. Would agree with what jford and Adam said. Also, I'm not sure if your monitor is picking this up, because on mine, I can see where the mirror's edges end behind the camera. So I'd either suggest cloning it to black in post-processing or placing the object further away from the edge to make it less distracting. Last edited by Julie; 12-24-2012 at 01:27 PM.

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12-23-2012, 07:49 PM - 1 Like	#2
jford Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Indiana PA USA Posts: 1,399	Good detail, DOF a bit shallow (for a product shot, IMO). I really think you ought to practice with mirrors, if you intended to use mirrors in the product shot. Also, the color temperature of this shot works beautifully for this shot. But it may not be appropriate for the product you're actually going to use, particularly with mirrors. Just my opinion(s). Thanks for sharing.

12-23-2012, 08:39 PM	#3
AzureC Forum Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Cape Cod, MA Photos: Gallery Posts: 90 Original Poster	This was shot on a black mirror, thanks for catching the depth of field though : )

12-24-2012, 02:32 AM - 1 Like	#4
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,609	Your technique looks fine overall, and apart from the DOF, I'd recommend a slightly different perspective so you can see a bit more of the top of the product. As it is right now it's hard to tell if it's just a lit rock or a candle holder (or is it something else?) You might also want to adjust the levels/contrast a bit to bring out a bit more detail toward the bottom of the rock. Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

12-24-2012, 03:24 PM	#6
AzureC Forum Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Cape Cod, MA Photos: Gallery Posts: 90 Original Poster	Excellent! I cannot see that on my monitor, very very helpful thank you!!! I will try the cloning, when I do the actual shoot I have a large backdrop I will b using to correspond with the color mirror I'm using

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