Avoiding shine when photographing

[Jubble]

I wonder if you guys can help me. I'm trying to take a decent photo of a mini I painted recently, but no matter what settings I use, where I put the lights, how strong the lights are or how much matt varnish I apply, I keep getting shine on the hair, which distracts from the painting and obscures details. What could I try? Thank you in advance!

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[ekipage]

You could get some diffusion gel sheets from a photography store (or likely amazon) and cover the lights (you want the something like a frosted colorless one: something like this: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1337717-REG/alzo_1463_2y_silk_diffusion_fabric_white.html) will help diffuse the light so it isn't as harsh when it hits the mini. Also, how many light sources are you using? Is it just one? If so, maybe try adding a second light on the opposite side and it might help out as well.

Nice work on the figure!

 

[Jubble]

That's useful, thank you. Will try. Am using two led lights.

 

[hacati]

Hi, thank you for this tip I didn't know.

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[macribor12]

A polarized filter will help to a degree, but in my experience you are better off controlling the light at source with diffusers etc. and the bigger the better.

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[emmarose55]

To avoid shine in photography, use diffused lighting instead of direct light, and adjust the angle of your camera or light source to reduce reflections. A polarizing filter can also help minimize glare, especially on shiny surfaces. Avoid using direct flash—bouncing the light or using an off-camera flash works better. For objects, a matte spray or powder can reduce surface shine.