Photography Design

The following tips may help the amateur photographer achieve better photography design results.

Get at least a 6 Megapixel digital camera which will allow you to have a high resolution (300dpi) 8 " x 10 " photo. Larger format digital cameras will produce larger photos. Remember to set your camera on the largest size digital file.
Use a tripod.
A wide angle lens such as 28mm or more will allow you to get all of your equipment in view
Use 100 ASA film setting for good reproduction quality, 400 or 800 ASA can be OK but lower resolution.

Use a 1 sec exposure for as small an aperture as possible. You must use a tripod for long exposures.
Use a cable for shutter release
Keep very light areas out of view (lights, windows, white papers)
Check for trash & unnecessary items
Good luck. Your last exposure will be your best so always remember to continue shooting ;-)