Tabletop Jewelry Photography
$197
Learn how to create mind-blowing pictures of gemstone jewelry using a simple lighting setup.
Buy NowThis course is for you if…
You have struggled with capturing high-quality jewelry images.
You always feel limited by the equipment you have available.
You feel overwhelmed trying to figure out how to retouch your jewelry images.
Capture incredible shots without spending thousands of dollars on gear.
Create mind-blowing pictures of gemstone jewelry using lighting.
Learn a proven workflow so you can produce high-end images, no matter what equipment you have to hand, simply and with confidence. In the post-production segment, you will learn efficient retouching techniques for polishing rough metal on jewelry, dust removal, and how to finish jewelry images to the highest industry standards.
GET STARTED"Shooting high-end jewelry can be quite challenging. I'll teach you what methods to use to ensure your images breathe life into gemstones, adding sparkle and dimension without losing the brilliance of the surrounding metal."
Alex Koloskov
Lessons
14
Length
5h 47m
Level
Beginner
Curriculum
Ring Shot
In this lesson, I’ll teach you the pros and cons of shooting with a cone modifier for large gemstone jewelry vs. using a ring flash.
Earrings Shot
Learn how to set up a pair of earrings, how to light them creatively, and how to problem solve unwanted reflections.
Necklace Shot, Part 1
In this lesson, I’ll teach you when to consider focus stacking and how to light the subject for maximum effect.
Necklace Shot, Part 2
In this lesson, I’ll experiment with combining the earrings and the necklace to capture them as a set. You’ll learn more about lighting gemstones to make sure they really pop.
Best Lens and Camera for Jewelry, Part 1
I’ll compare focus sharpness at various aperture settings while shooting a ring with a full-frame Sony A7RII and Canon lens.
Best Lens and Camera for Jewelry - Part 2
I compare focus sharpness at various aperture settings while shooting a ring with a medium format Hasselblad with Hasselblad lens mounted.
Post-Production
Ring Shot, Post-production Part 2
In the second part of the ring retouch, learn how to add more facet visibility to the stone and make color adjustments along with contrast and sharpening tweaks.
Ring Shot, Post-production Part 3
Learn to wrap up the retouching of the ring by performing additional cleanup and sharpening.
Earrings Shot, Post-production Part 1
Learn how to handle some essential cleanup tasks, including methods of repairing gem edges and facets, along with the metal setting.
Earrings Shot, Post-production Part 2
In the second earrings post-production lesson, learn how to work on the diamonds to enhance their brilliance and sharpness, before tackling issues like the shape and color of the stones.
Necklace Shot, Post-production, Part 1
Learn how to use Photoshop to clean up the jewelry.
Necklace Shot, Post-production, Part 2
Learn the technique for cleaning the metal and gemstone using the Mixer Brush.
Necklace Shot, Post-production, Part 3
In the final lesson for the necklace retouch, learn how to add contrast to the gemstone and diamonds as well as clean up the background before applying the finishing touches.
Hear What Photographers Have to Say…
“Ugh, I’ve been lighting my projects incorrectly for years and would spend AGES retouching. The techniques in this course have saved me hours and hours and my images look better!”
- V.R.
“I’ve been wanting to get into jewelry photography but was worried about the gear costing too much. Thanks to this course I didn’t have to spend a dollar and the results are awesome!”
- G.H.
“This course demystified so many areas for me. Lighting, camera settings, retouching problems, and more. An amazing, well-taught, and informative course.”
- D.K.
Tabletop Jewelry Photography
$197
Learn how to create mind-blowing pictures of gemstone jewelry using a simple lighting setup.
Buy Now