rk_clark

<p>It appears that you are using a Nikon Coolpix E4300.<em> It is!</em><br> The sample shot appears to have used the in-camera flash on that camera. (that's termed "Front Lighting"). Notice how the illumination fades a bit and the knitting (and table) is darker at the back than it is at the front (that's termed "Flash Fall-off"). <em>Right! I only took this shot so anyone responding would have more of an idea of what I was talking about.</em><br> I would not lay the Object on a table but maybe put 'hang it' on a coat hanger or string at a small angle to the camera – for floppy items you might need to put a bit of stiff card inside them. <em>The object is a work-in-progress and when completed I would be using a Styrofoam mannequin head to display the knitted piece.</em><br> <em>Thank you very much for your suggestions. I will keep them in mind when I'm ready to shoot the final product!</em></p>

<p >Again, thank you for your response. Lighting, I have nothing except regular home lighting. Then I thought I remembered I had some books on photography. I looked and found I had, "Low Cost High Impact Photography", by Steve Johnson. Hope it helps and I know I can always come back to photo.net with any questions. Thanks again!</p>

<p>First off, thank you for your response. I'm really very new to photo.net and I see the only way I can offer a photo is if it appears online somewhere, which it doesn't presently. The item I'm working with and want to photograph is a handcrafted object, knitted, and I would like the stitches (texture) to show clearly. The yarn is shiny black. I don't know if this description is of much help. Thanks again!</p><div></div>

<p>What background is best for shooting an object which is <em>black in color</em> and has <em>texture</em>. I want the image to look professional.<br> <br />If I'm posting in the wrong area, direct me to the right one, please!</p>