The workshop was aimed at photographers using a professional digital photography setup/studio to photograph collection items. It was a valuable opportunity for professional photographers from museums, libraries and the arts and cultural sector to learn new skills, share information, and discuss solutions to common problems.
The workshop was presented by Mary K. O'Connor and Ben Blackwell from Archetype Imaging, Berkeley, California. Mary and Ben are internationally recognised experts in their area and have extensive experience in digital imaging and teaching a variety of technology related subjects. Ben has written several articles and papers on the effects of lighting and UV exposure from tungsten, fluorescent and HID sources used in digital photography.
Links to articles - Ben Blackwell's personal site
The workshop covered a comprehensive range of issues when photographing 2D and 3D collection items, including:
- art handling
- effects of light on art
- lighting types and techniques
- light evening techniques (flat fielding)
- polarisation
- colour profiles and colour management
- alignment techniques
- copy stand and horizontal image capture
- lens selection
- post-production
- accessories for the photography studio
Workshop Handouts
Download handout - Art Handling for Photographers
Download handout - Basics of Fine Art Capture
Download handout - Photography Gadget List
Workshop attendees created a mailing list to keep in touch and share professional information. to join email Salme Kortet salme.kortet@natlib.govt.nz.
