Shooting for product catalogs

13 years 1 month ago #37030 by mouseketeer
How would I go about getting into the business of photographing items for catalogs? Like craft items for a craft catalog or food for the many food catalogs that are out there? i think it would an interesting way to make a living.


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13 years 1 month ago #37043 by spaceman
I would suggest that you specialize. You probably can't photograph tires and wheels ... and food, for instance. Pick one and master that subject. Once you have a series to photos you think are really spectacular, contact magazines and catalogs that specialize in your subject. They may hire you for freelance jobs and eventually you can work into a permanent position.


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13 years 1 month ago #37051 by Joves
Well that is pretty much still life photography. You might try googling techniques for still life photography. Also there is the strobist site for lighting which will apply as well. strobist.blogspot.com/


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13 years 1 month ago - 13 years 1 month ago #37058 by Scotty
Product and food photography make the most out of any type of photography out there. For good reason as well. It's also the hardest. Be a master of light and be able to solve any lighting problem.


Most product photographers have full teams to work on projects.

I'd suggest in investing custom lighting rigs and tables. You'll need a few tilt shift lenses as well.

When the last candle has been blown out
and the last glass of champagne has been drunk
All that you are left with are the memories and the images-David Cooke.

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