Thanks for your thoughts, Lydia! 🙂
If you use a tripod rather than doing a hand-held shot…
Good idea! I’m all for using a tripod. But, I’m a bit confused as to how to use a tripod to shoot downwards? Would I need a tripod arm or something?
since it’s called “flat lay” photography that there should be a little less depth in the image…Correct me if I’m wrong about that. 🙂
Well since you said… 🙂 According to my research, you’re actually meant to have things of different heights to add depth. So, that’s why I included the sifter and measuring cups. The problem I came across with that though was trying to get everything in focus. Think I need a bit more practise. 😀
I’m not a huge fan of the modern editing style as seen in the third image. To me, I find it tends to look dark and dingy. However, if you actually like the style and you want to edit some of your photos that way, there’s totally nothing wrong with that!
Yes, editing is such a personal preference/style thing! I personally don’t mind that style on the right image. But I agree that’s it definitely a fad right now, which will no doubt pass before too long. . . So, I wouldn’t want to go crazy with it. lol 😀 I thought that it suited the feel of the image. And since I was using it to sell on Lightstock and that style is quite popular on there, that’s why I decided to go with it. 🙂