Hi everyone,
Firstly, although I have had a keen interest in photography for many many years, I by no means consider myself a 'photographer' nor do I pretend to be. It's a hobby.
My day job is in the field of Special Needs education. I am currently working on a project developing teaching resources.
I am taking photographs of clothing. Basically Stock Photography. I don't know the vocabulary to explain my issue correctly, however I will try:
The collar of the cardigan (in the attached picture) is not crisp against the white background. It is very soft, akin to aperture 'drop off' (made up term). Also there is some strange discolouration in this area also, like a 'halo effect'.
The bottom of the cardigan is fine.
Does anyone know what this is, and more importantly how to avoid it?
The photo needs to be very simple and basic, non-stylised.
My settings are: 50, 7.1, 200 - D800 - Tripod. I have also attached a photo of how my lights are set up. There is also ambient light in the room.
The only editing I have done on the photo is straightening it, and using the heal tool to remove some hairs and dust.
If any one can help I would be very grateful
Best
Rich