Originally Posted by irishrose
I'm satisfied photographing mine laying on the carpet, but I wish my colors were more true to life. My reds and pinks just don't come out right. I'm curious how the purple in the next one will photograph.
are you using a flash or a higher ISO setting when taking the picture picture? also when you take a picture like that you may be focusing on the part that is closer to you. all kinds of things can happen to your colors just by doing it this way. try that hanger idea if no one is around or you cannot take it outside in bright light be sure there is enough light indoors.