• 5 Tips for Taking Photos of Artwork and Calligraphy

    If you have created artwork or calligraphy that you want to share via social media, upload to an Etsy shop/eCommerce site, or simply keep for your memories, it’s important to know how to take an accurate and flattering photo. These five tips will aid you in producing beautiful, impressive photographs that represent your work well!

    Tips for Taking Photos of Artwork and Calligraphy | The Postman's Knock

    I want to preface this post by saying I am not a professional photographer. I wish I were a photography enthusiast, but alas: I can do much more with a calligraphy pen than I can with a camera. That said, if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that if you are in a creative field, it’s sink or swim when it comes to photography. For that reason, I have laid out five tips for taking photos of artwork and calligraphy that have worked for me. These tips should help your work to stand out, whether the final goal is personal satisfaction or creative business success!

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