Dear Colleagues, I have a few questions concerning professional
photography of collections objects. When photographing for various
purposes including website, database, research, and publication, what is the
standard image size, file format, and resolution that is aimed for in order to
satisfy all these needs? Should a color card be used? How are
photographer rates calculated since the objects vary, some may be straightforward
such a chair and others more complicated, for instance a ceiling or murals. Finally,
how many shots per object are typically taken. This of course will vary
depending on the complexity of the piece, but on average.
Thank you,
Gina Wouters
Assistant
Curator
Vizcaya Museum & Gardens
t:
305-860-8453
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305-250-9117