Thank you Xlent.Date: 2/19/2010 10:14:37 PM
Author: xlent
Lost Sapphire
Your photos are beautiful! I admire them very much, especially the one with the sapphire in the snow. I read the tips but the primary problem I am seeing now that the photo posted is what I think is called 'diffused lighting.' The lighting is harsh toward the bottom of the stone, the pave is unlit under the stone and the light is uneven on the prongs. Getting the light into every nook and cranny..that is the challenge..
Chrono..Your photos are really crisp..good even lighting..I admire that suddenly ..I have a new appreciation of techniques..and the difficulty of photography shiny sparking objects
Ditto. And thank you Xlent. Cellentani takes the most amazing coloured stone pictures that rivals a professionals. And I agree that diamonds are easier to photograph as well.Date: 2/19/2010 10:27:27 PM
Author: LostSapphire
Thank you Xlent.
There are so many amazing photographers here on PS. If I''ve learned anything, is to take LOTS AND LOTS of photos. The sapphire in the snow photo was one of over 100 that I took on a bright sunny day. It is really hard to get it right!
I think diamonds are a bit easier. Just keep practicing!
LS