Very Small Group

So you want more then one piece of jewelry in the picture. Some very small grouping of jewelry can be accommodated in the Classic Jewelry Photo with out to much trouble. These very small groups consist of his & her rings, trio sets, common style rings but never more then three items. These small groups must be pieces that naturally go together and can be placed and composed quickly. Pricing is based on the Classic Jewelry Photo plus a $5 per piece additional charge. Because of limits with depth of field in this photo set-up I usually have to compose these shots. Other restrictions may apply, so it is best we discuss your project to be sure it will work in this format. If you need more then three piece in the photo or they are pieces that don't photograph easily together please see Classic Group Photo.

Low Angle Photo

In this variation the camera viewing angle lowers from the standard view, but is never horizontal. This variation is nice with a ring with strong side designs and some other special designs. Most pieces of jewelry will not work well from this view, but for those few special occasions this is a fantastic set-up. Pricing is the same as for the Classic.

Pattern Top Light

This is an interesting variation as the shadowing from the top lights is used to produce a dynamic affect. This variation does not improve the look of a jewelry piece, but rather improves the visual interest of the photo. There are many possible ways to reshape this light. Pricing is usually the same as for the Classic but there might be additional charges depending on how complex the lighting effect.

Photo Study

This variation is designed for a more critical view of an individual piece of jewelry. Not all pieces can be explained in a single photo. Some are of such complex design that several photos must be taken to find that perfect view. This service is a photographic exploration and documentation of a three dimensional piece of jewelry. I shoot four different views of a piece. This usually give a viewer a clear idea of all aspects of a unique piece. We have also been using this to present and sell jewelry on the Internet. This multi view of a piece helps to completely describe a piece and let a customer buy with confidence.

Pricing runs $160 for the first piece and $130 for each additional piece.

Phenomenal Gemstones

One special variation of the classic set-up is for phenomenal gemstones like opal. The lighting that showcases an opal is the opposite of that which makes polished metal look good. Trying to blend these two different lighting set-ups in a single economical set-up is a challenge. This modified classic set-up does the best job I have found. Pricing is the same as Classic.