Photograph your artwork

How to Photograph your IB studio work

Follow these guidelines:1. Use a Plain (black or white) background depending on your work

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Sewing machines???

Even something that needs to be worn should be photographed ...

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Follow these guidelines:1.Crop the work until we only see the work(2D)

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But dont cut off the edges

Follow these guidelines:Lighting is very important Take pictures with bright even light to show the best of your works colors

Sunlight is an excellent source of light!Keep it even and bright..not under a tree Or use good even studio lighting

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Using flash will give uneven flares on your work and flatten out texture

Follow these guidelines:Lay your work flat and keep the camera perpendicular to your work

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Follow these guidelines:Make sure your images are clear and show the details of the work

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Follow these guidelines:If you have a reflective surface, find lighting that will not detract your work

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Good luck!