Shoot It! A Product Photography Primer
Caro Sheridan
Class Preview
0:53
- In-depth Instruction; over 155 mins
- On-demand video access anytime
- Bonus downloadable PDF resources
- Access to class Q&A
Introduction
9:05
Meet Caro Sheridan, who will show you how to photograph your craft and art products to build your craft business.
Motivations & Style
9:15
Caro details different motivations for photographers and explains how to achieve your own style.
Color Theory
11:04
Learn about the color wheel, color schemes and how to tell a story using color.
Composition
16:28
Learn how to frame your photo using compositional guidelines like the rule of thirds and negative space.
Shoot Prep
17:57
Caro explains shot lists, permits and model releases you may need and goes over her photography "toolbox" that includes extra memory cards, fashion tape and more.
The Shoot
25:27
Learn techniques for coaching your model and setting the mood, then focus on getting detail and hero shots.
Camera Settings
27:28
Caro describes what to look for when buying a new camera and explains various photography terms, including shutter speed, depth of field and white balance.
Editing
15:29
Go through Caro's photo-reviewing process and find the very best shots from your photo shoot.
Post Processing
16:40
Learn photo editing techniques and important considerations photographers have to make, including shooting in RAW or JPEG and editing for Web or for print.
Bonus: Self-Portrait Tips
6:01
Caro shares some tips for getting a great self-portrait for an online avatar photo.
If you’ve ever noticed the beautiful product photography on someone’s knitting blog, book, or Etsy page, and wondered, “How do they DO that?” this is the class for you. Quality photos make the difference between marketing that sings and stuff that makes you look like a total amateur. Knitter and photographer Caro Sheridan explains it all – from planning before the shoot to editing afterwards, and all the details in between. Whether you’re looking to shoot product pics, or just want to learn more about photography, you will benefit from Caro’s upbeat, irreverent and detailed instruction.
Caro Sheridan
Caro is a freelance photographer, specializing in knitting and crochet, who knows the tricks of the product photography trade. She is also the co-author of Knitting It Old School.
Bonus materials available after purchase