There is so much wisdom and experience on this forum.

I'm searching for advice. I am interested in learning more about photographing fly fishing rods (a new line my son is instrumental in launching) to assist him for display on the website.

I have a Nikon D610, the Nikor 105mm (which I think would be helpful) as well as the Nikor 28-70mm (also good?) and a decent tripod.

Is there a particular forum here that is most appropriate to ask specific advice on how to set up shots?

Also, can anyone recommend a workshop/class that would be of high quality to learn more about this type of photography. Or perhaps an on-line workshop resource. I don't have an ancillary flash, simply the pop-up on the D610 but I would certainly be willing to purchase some equipment and/or pay for some guidance.

I will also be researching on my own.

(don't be snarky)

~ Eileen

The camera and lens equipment you have will do the job, the critical part is LIGHTING. A simple setup is best. A continuous or electronic flash light source in a softbox and some reflectors and some background material is all that is needed,

I don't know what you are planning, a printed brochure, an online sales site, a magazine ad, a complete catalogue? As a cover or introductory shot, an outdoor scene with someone fishing will be attractive. The rest of the shots can be straightforward on a plain background. Folks who are potential customers for that kind of tackle will be interested in the detail of the grip and particular features of the rod. You do not need to show the entire rod in every shot. You will need a lighting method that will show the TEXTURE and detail in the grip and the quality of the rod and its hardware.

I don't have any shots of a file of fly rods. I can dig my old spin-casting rod out of the mothballs and set up a shot in the "Dynamics of Photographic Lighting" section- just to give you the concept. Meanwhile, tell me what kind of lighting gear you have or are considering purchasing. Mention what the final product or means of the exhibition will be and if you are going to show just the rods or the reels and flys as well. Are you planning "photo illustrations", that is, images with more complex backgrounds, some fish, other outdoor gear, etc or just detailed product shots?

The attached diagram shows a rough idea of the setup.

It might take me a day or two to get back to my shop and clear the decks. Let me know if you are interested.