This is a friend's wedding ring. He lost the first one, which was cast in gold. I think I like it in silver better.
This piece was photographed using techniques described by Mariano, a NYC based advertising photgrapher. Check out his fantastic blog: Studio Quality Product Photography with a $12 setup
My apoligies to Mariano for not photographing the "set up" as well. Next time, I promise to show how this was done. For now, you must rely on my description. I taped some wax paper over the window in my daughter's bedroom, where direct sunlight was coming in. Next, I put a couple of bar stools right up next to the window and put a piece of aluminum foil over the stools. I then took a piece of a cardboard box and covered it with foil as well. For his shot, Mariano had his foil positioned next to the piece he was photographing. For my shots, I found that I had to move the foil covered cardboard directly over the piece, which put more light on the designs. I used my macro setting with the camera set to fast speed. I love the reflective quality of the foil (dull side up), it is very soft and neutral. This was so easy to set up and really worked well. Thanks to Mariano for his fantastic and practical photography tips!
It's really good Holly... beautiful ring too.
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