Pen Pics Improvement

[weasel1219]

Well, I went back and looked at all my postings of my pens and
noticed with a big chagrin that they needed a heck of a lot of
improvements. So went out and bought me a new Cannon Camera
DSLR type and boy it made a difference.. Now all I need to do is
start setting them up for pics in a more professional manner..I will
let my better half help me out...



www.southtexaspenworks.com

 

[G1Pens]

You need to get the nib and finial in focus with the body of the pen. There are several things you can do. Turn the pen sideways so it is all in the same focal plane. Set you aperature (/f Stop) at a smaller opening (larger number)...something like f11. Use you lens at a shorter focal length...something around 50mm is better than 135mm for depth of field.

 

[76winger]

If you want some really exceptional photos with that new camera, don't use the flash.

Set yourself up a photo both either using natural light, surround it with incandescent or florescent lights, most important is to have all the same color temperature so you can adjust your cameras white balance for it. It don't have to fancy or costly, but the even lighting will drastically improve your final outcome. Here a simple one I made out of PVC pipe, a white sheet and surrounded by 6500k florescent lights.



With that and a simple tripod, you can close down your aperture, and lengthen the shutter, which results in a much better depth of field, so more of your pen is is focus.

Happy shooting!

 

[76winger]

Oh yeah,

There's a lot of good discussions in the pen photography forum, so be sure to drop in and check out the information in there as well!

 

[el_d]

Hi Robert,
You can try, My simple photo setup

At least till you get your box and the hang of your camera.

I still don't know my camera. I'd rather wait for the sun.

 

[weasel1219]

Guys, this is why I love woodworking so much, it is the people behind the craft that make
it interesting and fun to do. I can't tell you how much I appreciate your comments and
tips...There is nothing better than learning from the wise and skilled artist..
Thank You all I will try these tips...
Looking forward to better pics in the future...

 

[SDB777]

Something to help you figure out how to get the entire pen in focus.... >>>DOF Calculator<<<

Simply use the drop-down choice and enter the lense info in then 'play' with the other stuff to determine what you need to do to get the entire pen in focus. Simply once you try...really.


Scott

 

[randyrls]

Something to help you figure out how to get the entire pen in focus.... >>>DOF Calculator<<<

Scott; Thanks for posting that calculator!!! I even looked up "Circle of confusion" definitions.