Coin Photography Resources

zas107

I am looking to start photographing coins for records/listing stuff for sale etc. Can anyone direct me to some good resources on how to properly photograph coins and what I need for a proper setup?

DollarAfterDollar

There are a number of terrific coin photographers who frequent these boards. I'd suggest reviewing some photo's you see in threads, find a style you like and then contact the photographer to see what he does.

Similarly, there are many threads on the subject if the search feature is working here.

Finally, google might have solid advice.

BryceM

Buy "Numismatic Photography" by Mark Goodman. It's a fabulous resource (the coin photography Bible IMO) and he posts here from time to time.

It's in its 2nd edition and is available on Amazon.

jtlee321

@BryceM said:
Buy "Numismatic Photography" by Mark Goodman. It's a fabulous resource (the coin photography Bible IMO) and he posts here from time to time.

It's in its 2nd edition and is available on Amazon.

This is a GREAT starting point.. I own a copy and would recommend it to someone starting out.

ldhair

Mark's site. http://coinimaging.com/photo_articles.html

drwstr123

http://www.macrocoins.com/macrocoins.html

ricko

Mark is a coin photographer extraordinaire...and his book is highly recommended. I believe I purchased one years ago when I considered doing coin photography... then life happened... and I never actually got started (even have - somewhere - a great set up for it...minus a camera)...As recommended above...the book would be a great resource. Cheers, RickO

zas107

Thanks everyone! I ordered the book, a nice copy stand, and some various forms of lighting to play with.

BryceM

Sounds like you're on your way!