Stroker, Fizzle, I really appreciate the photo tips. I have a tripod but couldn't find it last photo session. But today while cleaning up shop I came across it! I sold all the pieces I took pics of so I cant re-shoot them but I have a couple others I will try out with your tips! Im shooting with a Nikon Coolpix, it gets good shots sometimes but yea; I still am dealing with the learning curve of shooting good closeups. While I really do appreciate the help may I ask that we keep my progression thread civil. I'm more than happy to hear debate on how to take a better photo but perhaps we can start a thread for it. Or perhaps there already is one. Again thank you for the tips and comments on my work. I'm going to give 'em a go right now!