How to get a 'Professional' picture of my nails?

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Bry R.

Dec 9, 2013

Bry R.

I can never get a good pic like this. I always have shadows and it looks weird. Any tips?

Maxime M.

Dec 9, 2013

Maxime M.

Always use natural light! and maybe ask someone to help you since its pretty hard to make a picture in such an angle that there are no shadows with just one hand..

Fayza K.

Dec 9, 2013

Fayza K.

Yah maxime is right

Lizzy W.

Dec 9, 2013

Lizzy W.

Unless your phone has a very high quality camera, try using a digital or DSLR camera so you can really focus on the detail of the work without it being blurry and out of focus. I agree with Maxine; definitely have someone else take the picture to you. Have your nails pointing towards a window (or stand outside) for the best natural lighting.

Bry R.

Dec 9, 2013

Bry R.

I have a Nikon cool pix so the camera isn't the problem. I'll try the natural light thing. I'm an amateur photographer but I do landscapes and objects. This is my first time doing body parts.

Emily F.

Dec 10, 2013

Emily F.

Yes, natural light is very important, but I know of some people who use a lightbox (you can probably get one off eBay). If you're not using a lightbox, then you should have a white (using white paper is enough!) or pleasant background/backdrop... Having your kitchen in the back looks unprofessional!

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