How to Take Pictures of Shoes that People Will Want to Buy
Photographing shoes can be tricky. After all, shooting a sneaker is one thing, but getting great images of a high-end Jimmy Choo stiletto is another. When it comes to capturing a shoe in a frame, there are many ways to go about it. You may have to work with a model, but these days you’re more likely to shoot a standalone shoe. For the purposes of this article, we’ll tackle the last option. We’ll give you a step-by-step process of how to achieve great results and some tips and tricks to remember for your shoe photography shoot. How to photograph shoes Start with a proper setup Add in lighting Get the right angles Double-check your details Clean it up in Photoshop But first, allow me to tell you a little story... Not too long ago, I decided to treat myself to a new pair of brown boots. I searched online until I found the perfect shoes. They weren’t too tall or too short, they had an interesting burnished copper zipper detail, and the heel height was perfect. Sure, they were a littl...