Let’s face it, we have always been deceived by a product photograph and the item that you get.  What if we say that it is possible to take excellent product photographs at the comfort of your home? Yes, you have heard it right.  We at Bluehour,  have some simple tips to share with you.

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Product photography is an exceptional talent to have under your belt as an online seller. Being able to photograph items in novel and intriguing ways can get you recognized, and the best part is that you can get started right at home. All you'll need is a blank canvas, a camera of any kind, and a little imagination.

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Here are the top tips from the photography community to guide you:

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Choose a room to host your shoots‍

This clutter-free space should be where there is enough light and room for you to experiment with different shots and store props. 

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Invest in good cameras and gear

You don’t need a DSLR camera to take good pictures, invest in a good phone and half your job is done. 

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‍Sunlight is the best lighting‍

Yes, you don't need any expensive lights when you have sunlight. Utilize the natural lighting and shadows according to your preference.

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Play with textures, positions and placements‍

Internet is chock-full of influencers, all you need to do is find one that inspires you and experiment with them creatively. Remember, each picture needs to tell a story.

Learn the art of editing‍

It is not only about shooting pictures in the right light. The real magic of photography lies in editing the image. Make a color pop, bring attention to a minor detail, everything is possible with editing the right way. You have plenty of software programs and apps to help you do it. 

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Banish them shadows‍

Use a reflector if you're filming indoors and want to reduce or eliminate any shadows. Anything white, such as a piece of paper or cardboard, will work. To make sure it's hitting the right spots, move it around behind the camera.

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Try floating illusion‍

Suspending your object or props in the air with fishing line is a terrific way to make them look like they're floating. It's inexpensive, long-lasting, and simple to Photoshop out throughout the editing process.

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Don’t forget what’s inside the packet‍

Experiment with what's inside the container, whether you're shooting food, cosmetics, or anything else. Experiment with different ways to display the texture and colour of the substance within the product.

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Balance it out‍

By balancing your product on top of your props or having your props keep your product aloft, you may create an interesting composition. This creates gorgeous shadows and can help draw more attention to the goods, making for a fascinating visual for your audience to look at. 

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Live props‍

Use live  props like plants or hands holding an inanimate object. It gives a nice contrast to the image.

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Choose the right theme‍

Choose the right theme and stick to it. This will give your audience a full sensory experience. 

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Always prepare a mood board‍

This will give you ideas to experiment in your own unique ways.

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Click away Last but the most important step. It is time to click away and put your ideas into action. 

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Now that you have everything sorted, what is stopping you? Don’t shy away and give life to your visions. Your dream is just  a snap away!

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