Week 6 Readings

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2. The 6-view standard: photograph like a catalogue

Why six views?

Six consistent views help others understand form, scale, surface, and making quality—even online.

Required views

  1. Front/full view

  2. Side view

  3. Back/second angle

  4. Top view (rim/mouth)

  5. Base/foot view

  6. Detail close-up (texture, motif, glaze edge)

Shot list tips (beginner-friendly)

  • Use plain background; avoid busy patterns

  • Use soft light (window light is fine)

  • Keep camera level; don’t distort the form

  • Include scale cue if possible (hand, ruler, or known object)

  • Take at least 2 photos per view; choose the clearest

Accessibility reminder

If you upload images, add short, helpful alt text describing what is visible.