1. Photographing Your Art Work
Tips for 
Photographing Your Art Work 

2. Light Light should be equal
Set up the shot so that light falls evenly over the artwork. 
Diffused natural light works well. Shooting outdoors on a cloudy day is one option. If using natural light indoors, the light source should be broad and coming from one direction to avoid glare. 
If using dedicated lights indoors, daylight balanced bulbs (5,000 K) are recommended. Lights should be set at 45 degrees to the subject and at equal distances. Adjust camera white balance to the type of light you are using. 
Lens should be centered. When using dedicated lights, the lens and the subject should be centered between them. The artwork should fill most of the image frame in your camera or iphone. 
Lens/phone should be parallel to the art work and the line of sight should be perpendicular to the center of the work. 

3. Focus Avoid blur photo: Use a tripod
If possible, photograph work NOT under glass.

4. Frame We recommend that you upload your art work without the frame.
Only the 
artwork 

5. More resources: Use phone Use camera
10 expert tips to photographing artwork with smartphone
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6. Reference 
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