The flickr image did make me want to redo my "what's in your bag" exercise, but I quickly realized that proper lighting can work wonders for these exercises. This took too long for me not to post it, but for obvious reasons, i'm not super happy with the outcome, but it was a learning experience for sure. It made me think about all the times in undergrad that we created basswood models that took so long to create, but no proper light room to photograph them.
I'll have to read up on how to photograph items (and models) successfully so that they aren't so dimly lit when being photographed, and will look better in portfolios.
You know what? If you don't try, you don't know what will happen. So we applaud your iteration! And if you aren't happy with the outcome, you are doing exactly the right thing - seek the answer! Photography is hard. Often with the kind of layout you have - a copy stand is the best way to photograph flat artwork (I'm sure there are ample vids on you-tube)...There are alot of factors to control here. We can help you at the Intensive.
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