MOTM

>www.synthtech.com/pix/1485_test.jpg
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>I'm no professional photog as shown. I know some of you are. But I don't have
>time to buy $10,000 floods and screens. I *do* have a nice tripod (this was
>held). Should I try outside? Can any Photoshop wizes help by making 
>the panel 1
>shade of color (anodizing is a bitch to photograph). Maybe convert 
>to grayscale?
>
>I can only spend so much time tomorrow on the NAMM brochure. Any help is
>grateful. Maybe I can scan it without the knobs and 'drop' them in PhotoShop?

Here's how I take my module photos:

1. Use the maximum optical zoom level and get back as far from the 
panel as you can to reduce the "standing at the bow of the ship" 
effect.

2. Use several diffuse light sources, no flash.

3. Use "twilight mode" if your camera has it. You'll also have to use 
a tripod, and set the delay timer to reduce any jiggling caused by 
pressing the button.

4. Sometimes I'll use photoslop or similar tool to sharpen edges. But rarely.