 R.M. Fusco |
Photographing glass/crystal in the studio I am the photographer for a glass company. I am having difficulty shooting the optical crystal, (these are the pieces that are very clear.) When the light passes through, I lose the definition around the edges. I don't have much of the proper equipment to work with. A couple of softboxes, a spot, and a nice light table, though. I work with a lower-end 35mm digital. Is there a right way to light glass items?
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William Koplitz |
You say you work for a glass company as a photographer. LOL. You might have to modify the glass to achieve your goal.
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Pamela K |
The only thing I've ever photographed that was glass was lit from below and had a dark background. The edges glinted against the background and I was able to capture the essence of the object. I would try putting the glass on a light box with all other lights in the room turned out and a dark drop cloth behind the glass. Good luck! Let us know if you find something that works. Pam
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R.M. Fusco |
Yes, I do the photography, layout, and design for the marketing publications(catalogs and brochures). I do work with an 8'X 4' light table. For most glass items this is okay, for others the light doesn't enhance the edges. Just to give you an example of what I shoot, the company I work for supplied and etched the awards for the Country Music Awards. I do this type of glass and crystal items. Anymore help please. Thanks. Annie
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- Gregory LaGrange Contact Gregory LaGrange Gregory LaGrange's Gallery |
a light behind to give highlights to the edges.
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