How do you photograph antiques?
General Photography Tips for Antiques
- Lighting is Everything. A high-quality photo starts with good lighting.
- Eliminate Distractions.
- Prevent Distortion.
- Ensure Your Focus Point is on the Object.
- Invest in a High-Quality Lens.
Do You Send photos of antiques or collectibles?
I welcome your questions about your antiques and collectibles, and it helps me tremendously to have photos to study. Usually, a description of an antique or collectible doesn’t give me enough information to adequately answer question. But those who do send photos often send extremely large ones which clog my E-mail.
Can You give Me a description of an antique?
Usually, a description of an antique or collectible doesn’t give me enough information to adequately answer question. But those who do send photos often send extremely large ones which clog my E-mail. I realize that many of you are new to digital photography and don’t know how to downsize your photos or even know how to take smaller ones.
How to send photos to an antiques appraiser?
Upload photos with your request using the options below. We only need the front, back, and marking/signature (if any) to begin. Upload photos to your album or board and provide the link in the Link to photo album field above. Don’t have photos now? Go to the ‘Send’ button below.
Where can I get free identification for an antique?
Many accredited antique appraisers offer free verbal identification and appraisal services. Check for appraisers in your area, and call them to see if they can help for free. Any information they tell you will be informal, but it can help you identify your piece.
I welcome your questions about your antiques and collectibles, and it helps me tremendously to have photos to study. Usually, a description of an antique or collectible doesn’t give me enough information to adequately answer question. But those who do send photos often send extremely large ones which clog my E-mail.
Do you need to send photos for marks identification?
No need to send photos or descriptions. Our main marks identification reference guides display all images of marks of a similar shape on a single page and is super easy to use. It includes reproductions or fake marks on recent imports, which are shown side-by-side authentic ones for quick visual comparison.
How can I identify an antique porcelain mark?
This will help you identify the mark. Antique marks are listed according to their shapes. Some marks are made up of letters listed in alphabetical order. Some marks look like a circle, square, bird or animal shape, etc. There are many problems with company names. Obviously, the original name of a German company was in German.
Upload photos with your request using the options below. We only need the front, back, and marking/signature (if any) to begin. Upload photos to your album or board and provide the link in the Link to photo album field above. Don’t have photos now? Go to the ‘Send’ button below.
