Photographing Jewelry is A Primer for Photographers and Jewelers Alike

In retail, the quality of a product's photograph is as quintessential to the sale as the pitch whether the image appears in print or online, in catalogues or in advertisements.

This contention is particularly true when selling necklaces, bracelets, and earrings, which demands a photographer who can capture that invaluable sparkle. That's why Brooks Institute created a workshop especially dedicated to the photography of jewelry. If you're already a photographer hired to shoot jewelry images, a jewelry retailer, or an artisan who independently sells this craft then this workshop is a must attend.

In this two-day, hands-on seminar you will learn about reasonably priced lighting equipment, film and digital camera options, studio lighting techniques, background choices, and exposure setting. You will also learn about camera settings used to properly photograph several jewelry types including polished metals, diamonds, colored stones, pearls, and beads. The workshop begins with the fundamentals of film, cameras, lighting and other equipment and ends with discussion regarding image distribution and archiving. Much of the course will include set construction for small objects (particularly those with polished, reflective surfaces).

About the Instructor

Since graduating from Brooks Institute in 1982 with a BA degree in Professional Photography, Scott Miles has built an extensive portfolio during his 25-year-plus career in photography. While Miles began his career in agricultural photography he then shot architectural photography in his own studio. Miles then focused on commercial work including product and advertising assignments. His clients have ranged from major corporations to museums as well as individual artists. Miles now works at Brooks Institute as the Professional Photography Program Director.

If you have any questions regarding the workshop, Miles can be reached at smiles@brooks.edu.

Recommended experience: beginner and intermediate photography skills.

Students are encouraged to bring a 35mm film or digital camera (preferably with manual controls), a tripod, and one or two samples of objects they would like to shoot.

Sells out early.
Instructor: Scott Miles
Date: 2.14.2008 - 2.15.2008; 9 AM – 5 PM
Cost: $375, includes catered lunch