(Mis)adventures with a Light Box part 1

I'm constantly making new pieces which are always photographed by me before they head off to a shop/gallery/their new home as I like to keep a visual record of everything I make. I also have a  photographer friend who takes beautiful professional photos for me (visit her studio here).

However, I would like the photos I take to be better than a quick snap and I'll admit that I'm really not a great photographer (although I'm very keen to learn!) so I ordered a Light Box from ebay! Good lighting is one of the major obstacles I have, so the Light box was ideal as it came with two lights and a camera stand!

 I've read tutorials on making your own DIY Light Box using cardboard boxes, but due to being slightly  really clumsy I wanted something more substantial. This one folds away neatly into a carry case as well so it's very portable for taking between home and my studio (a cardboard version wouldn't last five minutes in my hands!)

I've made a start today having a play around with it and although I did manage to break a light bulb knocking the lamp off my desk (told you I'm clumsy!)  I hope with a lot of practice and learning I can start taking some great photos! Bare with me with the photos below, just practicing!

One man's junk..!

I love scouring second hand shops, flea markets and Ebay for pearly treasures I can up-cycle into my jewellery pieces, and here is a little look at my latest finds! I like to imagine the story of where these necklaces and bracelets may have come from, and I enjoy the challenge of  re-inventing them into my work, juxtaposing them with new materials. Something old, something new!

Looking forward to getting to work with these!

I'll keep you up to date on the transformation of these pieces from junk to jewellery!