Everyone has ever seen light photography, which uses mostly only white elements on a white background. To capture this, you need to understand a number of simple principles for setting exposure and working with light.
Instructions
Step 1
The way to solve this problem is to separate one white object from another or the background, making sure that they do not merge. Ideally, you need to get a photo where there are many shades of white, light gray and there will be no "knocked out" areas (those in which there are no details).
Step 2
In a scene with white elements, one of the main factors will be the dynamic range of the matrix. It will allow you to achieve as many halftones as possible by making more differences in the white. Use the latest models of DSLR digital cameras, preferably in the professional segment with a full-size sensor. The ISO value should be set as low as possible, ideally 50-400. It should be noted that the quality of shooting is strongly influenced by the characteristics of the used optics. Choose fast fixed focal lenses or the best in the range of variable focal lengths.
Step 3
If you are using studio lights, position the fixtures so that the light hits different objects in different ways. For example, if you are shooting a glass of milk against a white background, light the glass of milk slightly brighter than the background and other elements. The direction of the devices should also be diversified. The light on the background can be directed directly, and on the glass of milk from above and from the side. Avoid direct sunlight when using natural light. Look for the most diffused light. It can be a side light from a window or direct light in cloudy weather.
Step 4
Extra emphasis can make a shallow depth of field, separating one subject with clarity as opposed to others or the background. Experiment with placing your subjects some distance apart. Use high-aperture optics and shoot at minimum aperture values (widest aperture). It is better for optics to choose portrait or telephoto lenses. Reduce the distance between the subject to be focused on and the camera as much as possible.
Step 5
A very convenient external exposure meter can measure the value of the incident light with high accuracy. If not, shoot in aperture priority and center-weighted metering, setting the exposure bracketing to plus and experimenting with the values. Do not forget to control the shooting result using the histogram. Do not allow such an exposure when the histogram graph extends far beyond the right edge.
Step 6
Shoot in RAW only. Modern graphic editors will help to correct some of the shortcomings of the photo, as well as bring the white balance, brightness and contrast of the picture to the optimum.
