Use soft light for general photographs

A broad, soft light source often works best for general views.

You can obtain it with:

• indirect natural light near a window;
• diffused artificial light;
• a light source that is large relative to the item;
• a light curtain softening direct sunlight.

Very hard light creates deep shadows and specular reflections that can hide details.

You do not need to remove every shadow; gentle modelling helps show shape and depth.