What Is Rim Lighting And How Can I Use It As An E-commerce Photographer?

Today we are going to explore a slightly different aspect of lighting that doesn’t get mentioned as frequently, yet has some fantastic uses for product photographers or those working for a packshot studio. The lighting technique we’re exploring is rim lighting and how...

How Should I Scout Out New Locations To Use As A Product Photographer?

We live in such a diverse world full of dramatic scenery, bustling cityscapes and iconic wildlife that the appeal of shooting on location as a product photographer continues to grow. No matter whether you work in fashion, food or jewellery photography, finding that...

When Should I Think About Cropping An Image In My E-Commerce Photography?

One of the most basic editing tools available to a packshot photographer, or anyone working in e-commerce photography is cropping. Using the crop feature on software to change the size and shape of your image is a skill that everyone working in product photography...
When should I use a lens hood in photography?

When should I use a lens hood in photography?

Today we’re exploring the topic of when a lens hood should be used as part of your product photography service. When buying a lens as a packshot photographer, it may well have come with one of these but often the more affordable ones don’t. This raises the question of...