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How to Photograph Candles for Etsy and Shopify

Candles are bought for atmosphere. You need both a clean product shot and a warm, cosy scene.

Simple setup you can do at home

  • A window with indirect daylight (no direct sun) or two inexpensive LED panels.
  • A sheet of white foam board or paper as a backdrop and a second one as a reflector.
  • Your phone on a small tripod; turn off the flash and use the main (1×) lens.
  • Clean the product and remove dust, fingerprints and loose threads before shooting.

Lit candles without blown highlights

  • Shoot in a dim room with some ambient light.
  • Tap on the flame and lower exposure slightly.
  • Take the unlit packshot separately in daylight.

Scene ideas

  • Bedside table with a book
  • Bath tray with towels
  • Dinner table setting
  • Seasonal props (sparingly)

FAQ

Should candle photos show the candle lit?

Use both: an unlit packshot for clarity and a lit lifestyle photo for mood.

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