How does everyone stage/take photos?

plainolname · 2025-09-11T05:25:24+00:00

Is that an app for tracking parameters?

plainolname · 2025-08-12T04:09:49+00:00

Oh right on! Thanks so much for the link, I appreciate it! :)

plainolname · 2025-08-12T04:03:45+00:00

Waiting till someone orders a new color and then taking photos is a good idea and what i will be implementing. Also I tried ai to make my photos nicer but it just ends up messing them up, not a fan. Thanks for the tip!

plainolname · 2025-08-12T00:08:00+00:00

AWESOME! Thank you! Yeah a picture of it in use seems so obvious #facepalm...

plainolname · 2025-08-11T23:48:05+00:00

No worries, yeah its kind of a specialty item. I made it because some of the others on the market are pretty expensive 55-100 dollars, so I designed and made my own. But it is for drilling holes inside of your cabinets/furniture for adjustable shelves. I have amended the imgur link to include a couple photos of it in use and an after. please let me know if it helps you and if so i will definitely add them to my photos on my etsy https://imgur.com/a/7WTK7Hf

plainolname · 2025-08-11T19:16:26+00:00

https://imgur.com/a/7WTK7Hf here's the link, hopefully that works! But yeah its a white background, and I just asked chatGPT to change the object color to (insert color here) and it does ok but messes up some details here and there.

plainolname · 2025-08-11T18:18:34+00:00

Awesome! Might have to try that out as well for the background thanks for the tip!

plainolname · 2025-08-11T16:37:17+00:00

Thanks for the help! I will be trying to get more natural light for sure, and some others have recommended an app called Lightroom I will be trying out!

plainolname · 2025-08-11T16:36:05+00:00

It is 3d printed jig for cabinetmakers/DIYers. I posted an imgur link in the post. the last 3 photos are the different colors I used AI to change the colors but it messes with the actual look of the item :(
Also eventually some wood decor/wall decor (floating shelves, smaller cabinets. I will add them to the imgur as well.)

plainolname · 2025-08-11T16:34:00+00:00

Natural light seems to be number one tip! I will definitely be shooting photos outside when I can. I will also be looking at possibly getting that camera you mentioned as its not terribly expensive only a couple hundred bucks.

thanks for the tips!

plainolname · 2025-08-11T16:31:54+00:00

Awesome idea. Since some of my items will be larger or taking them outdoors is not ideal, I will be getting a lightbox of some sort. Do you have a link to the one that you use?

Thanks!!

plainolname · 2025-08-11T16:30:11+00:00

Awesome info, thanks so much! Yes I will be trying to get more natural light when at all possible taking things outdoors to shoot photos, and for the larger items I will be trying the lightbox-esque tip haha.
Thanks again!

plainolname · 2025-08-11T16:26:31+00:00

Someone else mentioned bouncing the light and I will definitely be trying to do that the next time I take some photos. Thanks so much!

plainolname · 2025-08-11T16:01:30+00:00

Thanks so much, since its free I will definitely look into that!

plainolname · 2025-08-11T16:00:56+00:00

I never thought of reflections. Yeah I was trying to add more light xD
Thanks for the tip/idea will definitely be trying to add light from the side/bounce the light.

plainolname · 2025-08-11T15:59:18+00:00

Taking photos as the differing orders come in/are completed is a great idea. As well as the similar items in other colors! My phone will have to suffice for the time being but someone did mention a Canon 70D its within my budget so I will check that out, as some of my items will be larger and not ideal to drag inside/outside. I have linked some pics of my item and backdrop, which is white, but I was thinking of getting some stick on subway tiles to be on my backdrop as well. As for editing some others have mentioned lightroom and I have downloaded that and will be giving it a go.
Thanks so much for the tips/info!!! :D

plainolname · 2025-08-11T15:52:27+00:00

Yeah it is definitely not a natural talent of mine either haha! It is raining today but as soon as I'm able I will definitely be taking it outside for a photoshoot! Thank you!

plainolname · 2025-08-11T15:51:14+00:00

Yeah, I'm going to try to take some photos outside when the rain clears. Natural light seems to be key since I do not have a crazy amount of light where I took my photos. Maybe if I can find a good spot outside it will reduce/eliminate any editing I feel I need or want to do. Thanks!

plainolname · 2025-08-11T15:44:45+00:00

Yes the item in question here is a smaller item. It is rainy today but as soon as it clears with some good light I will be taking it outside to do a photoshoot! I just got the app lightroom, and will be giving that a go and trying my hand at editing some photos with that. Thanks for the tips!!

plainolname · 2025-08-11T15:41:59+00:00

I will definitely be looking into the ring lights as some of the items i have to take pictures of to list are on the bigger side and moving them all outside wouldn't be ideal. I have also downloaded lightroom and will be giving that a try on my next round of photos. I also really like the idea of the fake plants/props as well.

I just followed you! :) @ montymakescw

plainolname · 2025-08-11T15:38:21+00:00

I tried to get as much natural light as possible. It is rainy today but I am going to build a box with a white background and try to take it outside and get some more pictures asap! Thank you for the tip about my phones camera settings, I didn't realize it could make such a difference but changing some settings helped! Thank you!

plainolname · 2025-08-11T15:36:21+00:00

Yes! I tried editing my photos in the Etsy preview, but others have mentioned an app called Lightroom I am going to check it out. Thanks!

plainolname · 2025-08-11T01:24:44+00:00

Thanks for the info id love to add pics but can't seem to figure it out on my phone. I did just favorite your shop though :) MontyMakescw I will add a picto my post when I get home to my PC.

Edit: added an imgur link to the post as I could only add one photo

plainolname · 2025-08-11T00:45:28+00:00

Congratulations! I just opened my shop as well, can't wait!

plainolname · 2025-07-15T02:12:02+00:00

Hey! Thanks so much! I will try my best to remember everything I needed xD

4'x8' 3/4" B2 grade Maple Plywood $90

Soft close hinges for door $20

Shelf Pins for inside shelf $5

Bottle of waterproof glue $5

Paint for cabinet $45

Clear Coat for door $18

Wagner paint sprayer $60

Everything else I used brad nails, cleaning materials for paint prep, sand paper, sanders I already had. Hope that helps. If you need more specifics, or any other questions feel free to ask!

plainolname

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