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Old 03-11-2003, 01:55 AM   #5
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A lot of this is equipment first and technique second. Having good photo lights, a good camera, and a reflector are half the battle done.

When your photo starts to look almost like a painting, then you know you are shooting good reference.

Here is an example of what I believe is good color:

Shot by my same Olympus camera:
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