5 Essential Steps to Great FLAT LAY Photography | Full Breakdown!

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  • How to Shoot & Style beautiful Flat Lay photos for Instagram! Whether photographing wedding details, lifestyle photos for Instagram or doing brand or product photography - the flat lay photography technique is a fantastic tool we have as photographers and creative entrepreneurs to create compelling, captivating content.
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  • @ACraftyConcept
    @ACraftyConcept 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Omgosh I love that the dogo has pink ear tips!!

    • @ChelseaNicole
      @ChelseaNicole  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks girl! 🐶💗 I’m obsessed with her!

  • @StephanieKase
    @StephanieKase 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I just keep looking at your adorable dog 😭❤️❤️ So precious!

    • @ChelseaNicole
      @ChelseaNicole  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Stephanie! 🐶❤️I love that she lays next to me while I work and film. 🙂

    • @StephanieKase
      @StephanieKase 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ChelseaNicole It's seriously the cutest!!! Love all the adorable pups!

  • @sheenad
    @sheenad 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lokk that your dog matched your hairstyle, helpful video - thank you

  • @felicityjohnson8095
    @felicityjohnson8095 ปีที่แล้ว

    All your videos are so incredibly helpful and fun!!! I’m so happy I found your channel!

  • @lizle9322
    @lizle9322 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    So awesome! Looks good so far! Can't wait to see all 3 parts!

    • @ChelseaNicole
      @ChelseaNicole  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Liz! Glad you enjoyed it. 🙂 Dropping part two on styling & photographing wedding invitation flat lays next week!

  • @ambernelson1642
    @ambernelson1642 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You make it look so easy!! Hoping to try some out tomorrow! My IG needs some cool flatlays! Thanks for the tutorial!

    • @ChelseaNicole
      @ChelseaNicole  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Amber! Hope you had fun creating some beautiful flat lay photos!! 🤗

  • @christina-phung
    @christina-phung 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Such great pro tips! I'm excited to play around and capture some fun images of my art! Thanks for the awesome info Chelsea! ♡

    • @ChelseaNicole
      @ChelseaNicole  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Christina! Hope you have fun shooting flat lay photos showcasing your beautiful art! 😃♡ I can't wait to see!

  • @marliehansen1193
    @marliehansen1193 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another great video Chelsea! You make it look so easy and simple to do. Very helpful.

    • @ChelseaNicole
      @ChelseaNicole  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Marlie! Shooting and styling flat lays can be super easy and fun! Glad you found the video helpful. :)

  • @cbowlden
    @cbowlden 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    loved this! especially love the cute pup sleeping throughout the video. So cute!

    • @ChelseaNicole
      @ChelseaNicole  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Courtney! And Bella says thanks too! 🐶💗🤗

  • @DamonBowe
    @DamonBowe 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks, always love your videos!

    • @ChelseaNicole
      @ChelseaNicole  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Damon!! 🤗I love making them for you!

  • @moidutoiphotography8427
    @moidutoiphotography8427 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Chelsea! I loved this video, its exactly what I was looking for this morning. Thank you for taking the time and trouble to make it! BTW Your doggie is an adorable little munchkin!

    • @ChelseaNicole
      @ChelseaNicole  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ah that’s awesome! Thanks girl! I’d love to see what you create! 😃❤️

  • @veronicasaldanatv
    @veronicasaldanatv 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great tips! I loved this video!! 😍

    • @ChelseaNicole
      @ChelseaNicole  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Veronica! ♡ Hope it inspires you to keep shooting!!

  • @chrystal.spiezio
    @chrystal.spiezio 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yesterday is the first time I heard of flat lays. I've always seen it but never knew it's a thing. It makes me feel happy. Definitely want to get into this.

  • @Entertainment-us6gt
    @Entertainment-us6gt 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent!

  • @ijyoyo
    @ijyoyo 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video! Never thought of the garage one as tip! I've done it before but never thought about it again haha.

  • @rahayunaputra3359
    @rahayunaputra3359 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really good tutorial, thank you 🙏🏼

  • @maryliconproudgrammycroche8487
    @maryliconproudgrammycroche8487 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ty such a cute puppy 💙💚💕

  • @simplylovedphotography4786
    @simplylovedphotography4786 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is beyond helpful!!!!! Thank you so much Chelsea!!!!

    • @ChelseaNicole
      @ChelseaNicole  ปีที่แล้ว

      You're so welcome, I'm happy I could help!!

  • @MartinCastein
    @MartinCastein 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    good video and good to see you back at the youtube videos

    • @ChelseaNicole
      @ChelseaNicole  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for always supporting Martin! Excited to be back. I love creating for this community! 🤗

  • @marieunuka22
    @marieunuka22 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks so much for the tips. I’ll get a bounce light board and a flat board as well :) 😍🙏🏼

  • @HoneyIYKYK
    @HoneyIYKYK ปีที่แล้ว

    What an amazingingly helpful video🙏🏽 thank you!!

  • @rahulbansal6722
    @rahulbansal6722 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really loved your video !!!

    • @ChelseaNicole
      @ChelseaNicole  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Rahul! 🙏🏻😊

  • @ushanmalshikaa
    @ushanmalshikaa 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great ! after so long you are back👍🏼

    • @ChelseaNicole
      @ChelseaNicole  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great to be back. 🙂 Thanks for always watching & supporting Ushan! I have lots more in the works I can't wait to share!

  • @90Xgoalplanner
    @90Xgoalplanner 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So cool love it.

  • @xeler8r
    @xeler8r 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    New Video! Hah! First!!! I see you fixed the missing image. Thanks again for the awesome video for keeping us photographing from home!

    • @ChelseaNicole
      @ChelseaNicole  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Haha yeah, I missed an export glitch and had to re-upload real quick. Oops! 🙈All fixed now though! Hope you're inspired to create some cool flat lay photos. Happy shooting! 🤗

  • @Sassifrassilassi
    @Sassifrassilassi 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I would love to see a video on mockups if you do them. I love how casual this is.

  • @letterstolea
    @letterstolea ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you. This is helpful for my stationary business! :)

  • @candilacasse6024
    @candilacasse6024 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your dog! He reminds me of my little Chinese Crested Ziggy!

  • @abchappell01
    @abchappell01 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That was really cool. Thank you :)

  • @Audrey-dn3if
    @Audrey-dn3if 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much I was so lost trying to shoot a picture

  • @amandasontag9061
    @amandasontag9061 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So helpful! Thank you!!

    • @ChelseaNicole
      @ChelseaNicole  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You’re so welcome!! Glad it was helpful 🤗

  • @ava0536
    @ava0536 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This was really helpful. Also, I love that you and your dog have matching pink tips❣️

  • @miacollins6580
    @miacollins6580 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great tips!

  • @skyex
    @skyex 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great tips! I love how a simple bounce card does so much to even everything out. What time of day are you shooting at to have the light so even?

    • @ChelseaNicole
      @ChelseaNicole  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks Skye! White boards work amazing to bounce light into the shadows. And great question! The time of day for best light will vary based on your home or space you're shooting. But generally the west-facing side of my house where I shot this will be a bit too dark in the morning - so midday from about 12-4pm (before the sun comes directly through the window) gives me my best light for that area. I recommend paying attention to the different areas within your home to see how the light shifts throughout the day. Look for when it's brightest to give a glowy look that fills in shadows while still being indirect. Hope this is helpful! Let me know if you have any other questions. :)

  • @inkspirationaldesign
    @inkspirationaldesign 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Some fabulous ideas plus the textured board from another tutorial I will be using. I need to style colourful dolls. This is hard too flat lay. What do you suggest for those like me?

  • @LuxHumilis
    @LuxHumilis 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Even the dog has pink fur that’s so cute

  • @t-o2204
    @t-o2204 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    wooooow I love this ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ !!!!! شكرا

  • @JayneNicoletti
    @JayneNicoletti 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for this. I have a product review and sick of pics with my face lol. Btw: SunBum is my fav. It's going to be in my next video!

    • @ChelseaNicole
      @ChelseaNicole  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha, So glad this was helpful! Flat lays are definitely a great way to mix it up! 😊

  • @Tashas_Travels
    @Tashas_Travels 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is so cool, I absolutely loved watching this, what type of boards did you use?

    • @elizabethtierney7393
      @elizabethtierney7393 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think Chelsea must have used something like this:
      www.officedepot.com/a/products/434415/Office-Depot-Brand-Tri-Fold-Project/?mediacampaignid=71700000041996131_1595784683&&gclsrc=aw.ds&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIpfbb16368QIVmBmtBh1fTAm_EAQYBSABEgLlCPD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

  • @iemwill9429
    @iemwill9429 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    good job I'm so "FOCUSed" on this video! LOL :P what is the brand of your sun hat, white sun glasses boots, grey sweater you're wearing and black pillow with the white pattern that's on your couch? let me know

  • @saras8225
    @saras8225 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi there! Your video was great and thank you for making it! I have a question about your board reflector....where did you get it and what’s the size? Thanks!

    • @elizabethtierney7393
      @elizabethtierney7393 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sara, I think she must have used something like this
      www.officedepot.com/a/products/434415/Office-Depot-Brand-Tri-Fold-Project/?mediacampaignid=71700000041996131_1595784683&&gclsrc=aw.ds&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIpfbb16368QIVmBmtBh1fTAm_EAQYBSABEgLlCPD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

  • @BelaMardia
    @BelaMardia 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi I have one question ? Is it ok to shoot with day light from the window to get high resolution photos ? Or studio light is better?

  • @Cbpvsp6973
    @Cbpvsp6973 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great tips. Would like to know your camera settings for each shot. Manual or auto?

    • @ChelseaNicole
      @ChelseaNicole  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks Charles! I always shoot in manual mode. The settings for all 3 final photos was: ISO200 f/4.5 1/125. I typically shoot wide open but will often use a higher aperture for flat lays to have more in focus. For shutter speed I recommend 1/100 or higher (unless on a tripod) to eliminate blur that might happen from camera shake with how the camera is being held. Hope this helps! :)

  • @SatumainenOlento
    @SatumainenOlento 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Natural light...I am in Ireland in December hahhhhaaaahhhaaa 😁 I must use some artificial lighting, but that makes it easy, because I can shoot anytime I like.

  • @Naugamonster
    @Naugamonster 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this, Chels! I've been doing some flat lays lately but without the bounce card. That'll change everything! How'd you know I needed this vid? ;-) XOXO

    • @ChelseaNicole
      @ChelseaNicole  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ah that’s awesome!! Happy you liked the video. 🤗 The white board as a reflector works magic! Happy shooting love! Xo

    • @Naugamonster
      @Naugamonster 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ChelseaNicole Also, can't get enough of Bella in your vids. I LUV how she's never very far from you, helping. What a little shmoopy wuvvy wuv hehe :-P

  • @jpsanchez50
    @jpsanchez50 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent video Chels, love it! Poor Bella looks pooped though :)

    • @ChelseaNicole
      @ChelseaNicole  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Haha 😂 Bella’s just lazy. But we went for a nice little walk after we filmed. 😊 Thanks JP!

    • @jaysehansen8354
      @jaysehansen8354 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      haha she does! It's hard work being the assistant!

  • @wl-art
    @wl-art 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What about when you don't ever get good light indoors? Do you ever use flash or strobes?

  • @ChelseaNicole
    @ChelseaNicole  4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    How is everyone doing? Hope this video helps inspire you to be creative and continue shooting even while at home. :) XO

    • @martin-steiner-photography
      @martin-steiner-photography 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Chelsea, thank you for your time, knowledge and cute video, I had to search the topic on YT to learn the flat lays, although I am shooting adventure style rustic weddings, this comes handy. Thank you, you are amazing and your dog the very same :) Stay safe, stay smiling ;)

    • @ChelseaNicole
      @ChelseaNicole  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@martin-steiner-photography Thanks so much Martin! (and Bella thanks you too! 🐶) I'm happy to hear you found this video helpful for your flat lay photography. These tips definitely apply across multiple shooting & editing styles. And I'd love to hear how your cool rustic flat lays turn out! Also, since you do weddings I think you might enjoy next week's as well - on photographing wedding invitation flatlays. 🙂

  • @amypascal8685
    @amypascal8685 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    any tips for clothing flat lays?

  • @septiankriswinanto1287
    @septiankriswinanto1287 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What lens did u use?

  • @bloomssirce8715
    @bloomssirce8715 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your house

  • @Flashback543
    @Flashback543 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What lens?

  • @mshea5906
    @mshea5906 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where did you get the faux flowers? I can't find them.

    • @ChelseaNicole
      @ChelseaNicole  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I get mine from Afloral. Look for “real touch” for a more realistic look and feel. :)

    • @mshea5906
      @mshea5906 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ChelseaNicole Thanks for the quick reply! Appreciate!

  • @machouston6448
    @machouston6448 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Chelsea,
    You are so incredibly talented in knowing how to layout the wedding stationery products that you are going to photograph and using the correct amount of light as well as the light source, but may I as what camera and lens do you actually use when taking your wedding stationery product photos Please.
    I have asked other photographers before but never seem to get any response, on the Camera and Lens used for a Product picture, the Only person who was Willing to Share any Information was Karl Taylor, a True Professional in very sense of the word and a true Gentleman, would you be willing to share the information about the Camera and Lens used When Photographing your Wedding Stationery Please, your help and advice would Truly be very much Appreciated, looking forward to hearing from you, hopefully soon

  • @nilsow1
    @nilsow1 ปีที่แล้ว

    How can I remove shadows???

  • @gordonng4554
    @gordonng4554 ปีที่แล้ว

    the dog has a pink color ears

  • @saquoryasmith8712
    @saquoryasmith8712 ปีที่แล้ว

    Subcriiibed! Girl...that peek a boo pink is hot!

  • @birgitkorber8112
    @birgitkorber8112 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    this is about presenting things, but has nothing to do with photograhy!

  • @Language0fbeauty
    @Language0fbeauty ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the content but the Voice Fry is really really hard to listen to

  • @birgitkorber8112
    @birgitkorber8112 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    is the dog already dead????

  • @majodiaguita9668
    @majodiaguita9668 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    pobrecito tu perro !! que le tines sus orejas rosa !!!

  • @sanasajid1117
    @sanasajid1117 ปีที่แล้ว

    This video was such a powerpack filled with loads of absolutely useful and amazing tips. I really wanted to know how people got those cosy blanket flatlay shots and I used to try it with sitting in a blanket and it never turned out great. Now i know how to get those shots. Thank you so much for sharing all of your valuable tips with us and that too for free. 🤎🤎🤎✨✨✨

    • @ChelseaNicole
      @ChelseaNicole  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm so glad I was able to help! Thank you so much for the support 💜