Commercial Photography: Taking Product Photos That Sell
Chris Grey
Class Preview
- In-depth Instruction; over 123 mins
- On-demand video access anytime
- Bonus downloadable PDF resources
- Access to class Q&A
Building a Business
8:15
Gain insider tips on how to get clients and create a head-turning portfolio that can pave the road to commercial photography assignments.
Lighting Primer
14:59
Dive into an exploration of light, shadow and ways to use modifiers to achieve the look you want. Learn how to use a light meter and set up your studio efficiently and easily.
Basic & Dramatic Setups
27:03
Discover dynamic options for setting up and framing your subject and learn how distance, lighting and camera settings can create dramatically different looks.
Working With Reflections
13:26
Learn to light reflective objects beautifully, "float" your product, create specific highlights and glows, and approach clients with a chic finished photo that will get you noticed.
Depth of Field & Texture
18:28
Learn to shoot a multifaceted product with various lights, textures and reflections while creating a sense of depth, connectedness and drama.
Make Anything Special
11:01
Learn to bring typical household items to life. Work with different angles, movement, and lighting as you capture texture, depth and motion in your shoot.
Post-Processing
29:11
Now that you've captured the photos you want, it's time to add the final touches in your digital darkroom. Use Adobe Photoshop to accentuate contours, brand names, highlights and much more.
Description
Learn how to take professional product photos, guided by industry expert Chris Grey. Discover invaluable tips for successfully finding clients and collaborating with art directors, and create a dynamic portfolio with Chris’ step-by-step guidance through product shot setups. Master a range of strategic lighting designs, and showcase and accentuate the texture, form, and detail of flagship products. Use subtle adjustments in modifiers and product position to take a shot from basic to blockbuster, and learn how to shoot reflective products for images that stand out from the pack. Plus, find out how to use post-processing techniques to improve your shots and create the polished, professional look clients want.
Chris Grey
Chris Grey has been a product photographer for more than four decades and has worked with clients from The Home Depot to Target. He's authored 14 books on photography, including the bestseller "Master Lighting Guide for Portrait Photographers." Chris is a three-time winner of the Nikon Certificate of Excellence, and has received Photo Design magazine's Gold Award for stock photography. He has hosted workshops from London to Hawaii and is thrilled to bring his expertise to the Craftsy community.
Bonus materials available after purchase