<p>So, I have a bunch of pieces... but I'm not exactly sure how people post their hand done artwork so neatly. Do they take pictures of their artwork with a camera? Do they scan it on the scanner? What if my art is bigger than the scanner my printer has? My dad suggests that we just go to Kinkos and get it scanned that way... but I'm hesitant because I don't think it is necessary to be professionally done so.</p>
<p>Scan the artworks that fit in your scanner.</p>
<p>For the rest, find a nice sunny day to photograph your works. </p>
<p>Its best to have your work professionally digitized. It reduces the chance of error and the difference between the actual color and the scanned/photographed color too.</p>
<p>If you’re hesitant because of the price of scanning at Kinko’s, see if one of your friends has a good DSLR or high-end point-and-shoot. If they’re a photographer, good for you. Try to ask them [or pay them] to photograph your portfolio for you.</p>
<p>I photographed mine with a relatively cheap point-and-shoot. I used a mat-board on a table, several work lamps, and white paper [to soften lights] to get even and decent lighting. I also used photoshop to adjust shades afterwards.</p>
<p>Remember, these digital images are what others will see of your work. If they are crappy photos or scans, you aren’t really doing your pieces justice. [and it may actually cost you potential sales of art or commissions… if you intend to do those things]</p>
<p>Sweetxcandyxashy,
Yes it is very important to take good pictures of your art. My first choice would be to use pro cameras and studio lighting but I’m going to assume this isn’t available to you. As a second choice I would recommend watching this video –> <a href=“How to photograph your art - YouTube”>How to photograph your art - YouTube;
<p>Following this advice should yield some pretty good images from your paintings.</p>
<p>For drawings I would try scanning directly and using the above photography method. Use whichever is better.</p>
<p>Always present your work in the best possible way. Always.</p>
<p>Best of luck,
Wheaty</p>