An Amateur's Thoughts on Staging Photos

My side hustle is a little hand lettering business I started about a year and a half ago. It's just enough to keep me creatively busy, which is important for an artistic person, I think! I love being able to create one of a kind pieces for folks. I'm in the process of honing not only my lettering skills, but also my ability to stage and photograph my pieces.

I don't have anything other than my iPhone 6 at the moment (I know...way behind!), but I've loved experimenting with staging and "editing." Here are some shots that I took of signs I made for a spring craft show. I love how all of these images are different, yet they all coordinate.

Here are some things that I've kept in mind while staging pictures:

1. Light--natural light is best, especially indirect sunlight. 

2. Always keep the back drop in mind (I like to stick with neutrals that still add texture such as your favorite throw or wood)

3. Keep the color scheme simple, clean, and neutral.

4. Less is more--always showcase the product and don't clutter up the shot with props.

5. Adding plants and greenery is a great way to keep things neutral, but also add some life to the picture.

6. Shoot from above--I do this to keep the background the same. If you shoot from above your products, then you don't have to worry about things going on in the background. 

I am by no means a pro...like at all...but I have loved experimenting and learning as I go! I hope some of these tips are helpful!  

grace & peace 

Mairin