help with lighting

[smithmil]

Hi, I'm new to this, I hope I'm doing this right. I love to rubber stamp, make cards, etc. I also just got into making fabric postcards. I'm also a quilter. I made the mistake of making cards for people at work when it's their birthday and now I'm the token card provider. I wish I had more time. My biggest problem is lighting. Can you help me with suggestions. I have cabinets above the work area and there is a halogen light that really makes a lot of glare. I'm thinking of other options, what do you recommend?

[emmiestamps]

Hi and Welcome to SCS!

As for lighting try a search of the forums for lighting, I know I have seen them but can't remember where.

[spazzgirl]

I have an Ott Lamp for my work area, seems to have helped and shed a little light on my projects. (never knew some of the colors looked like that! LOL)
They sell them at Joanne's but I would never buy one without a coupon, they are quite pricey.
HTH

[krabearkub]

Here are some threads that might be helpful:
How to take good photos for the gallery
How do you photograph your cards

[krabearkub]

sorry - just realized that your question was about lighting for your craft room and not for photography.

[kysmom]

I hear those OTT lites are the way to go, and worth every penny! Going to get one, someday!

[scrapshappen]

I couldn't justify spending the money on an actual Ott, so I went to Home Depot and bought a "daylight" desk lamp. I think it was less than $40. It is wonderful and lightens up my space quite nicely.

[kphorse]

I got mine at Staples for $25! It uses the same bulb as the Ott light, just saves big bucks!

[kysmom]

Oooh, good to know! Gonna check out the Depot!