Web Photography

I have never been totally satisfied with the quality of pictures Tim and I take for our web and etsy sites.  They are acceptable, and people get a good idea of what I have created, but what I want is to be able to upload pictures that make them drool. 

If you have spent any time looking at the products listed on etsy, you know what I mean.  Some people are able to take pictures that make their products look fantastic.  You look at the picture, and fall in love with the product instantly.  That is what I want. 

Tim and I spent time with a professional photographer yesterday.  We  hoped that he could teach us some new techniques.

I learned a lot.  The main thing, for good close-ups of small things (like jewelry), he recommended using a macro lens.   Actually, he said the ONLY way to take great pictures of small things is to use a macro lens.  I have a Sony Cybershot ... and Tim does not own a macro lens.  This explains why our pictures have not been fantastic.