The trick is to light the surfaces the objects are reflecting.  That's
why a light box works so well with silver, gold and other mirror finish
or highly reflective objects. 
 
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From: M Martin <[log in to unmask]>
Date: Monday, February 5, 2007 10:46 am
Subject: Re: photographing reflective objects
To: [log in to unmask]

> Good suggestions so far, and apologies if this has been mentioned.
> 
> But what you really need is a light box. This softens all the
> illumination (no harsh reflections) and allows you to illuminate the
> object on several sides.
> 
> Professional models work great:
> 
> http://www.x-
> tremegeek.com/templates/searchdetail.asp?productID=13214&ta=offers&pi=Y
> but you can quite easily make your own very cheaply:
> 
> http://strobist.blogspot.com/2006/07/how-to-diy-10-macro-photo-
> studio.html
> http://www.jmadigan.net/2006/11/box_o_light.html
> 
> There are also plans on the web for models made with a PVC frame,
> though storage of these can be more difficult.
> 
> Also, for the lightbox you'll need some lamps that you can either
> adjust or clamp to a table. Real photographers would use photography
> lamps; you just need something very bright. Of course, if you're
> concerned about color casts, you might want to invest in the proper
> lighting equipment.
> 
> Hope this helps!
> 
> -- 
> Margaret
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