Photography Faux Pas! 📷 📱 🎥
Proper Photography Etiquette for Depicting Relational Scale 📏
When showcasing the size of a model, miniature, or any small object, using readily identifiable objects—such as a ruler, coin, or cutting mat with gridlines—is generally considered best practice.
Here’s why:
- Consistency & Accuracy 🎯
A ruler or standard-size coin provides a universal reference that everyone can interpret. Hands, on the other hand (pun intended 🤚), vary widely in size and shape, making them an unreliable guide. - Clarity & Professionalism 📸
Viewers can instantly gauge the exact dimensions of your model when a standardized reference object is used. A clean, neutral presentation also conveys a more polished and professional image. - Reduced Distractions 🚫
Placing your hand in the photo can draw attention away from the subject. Skin tones, positioning, hand, finger and nail bed details may become the focal point instead of the model itself.
In short, if you want to show off the scale of your project, let a ruler, coin, or another standard measure do the talking. It keeps the focus where it belongs—on your craftsmanship and creativity! 🎨✨
