Here's what you need to know about photographing jewelry Jewelry is often a challenge to photograph because it is small, shiny, and intricate. It is easier to photograph jewelry than items that are larger since the studio setup is much easier to assemble. Once your setup is in place, check out these seven simple things you need for jewellery photography . Props and materials for the scene should be prepared Natural light and Windows The flash on your camera should never be used for photos of shiny jewelry! You will see white light spots on your product and harsh shadows in the background, as shown in the two examples below, as the jewelry reflects the bright light. If you are not a very skilled photographer with a very professional studio, you should use natural lighting to photograph your jewellery products . For natural lighting, position your product near a window during the day so the sun can be an indirect light source. Sheet of white paper or white sheet of paper as a bac