Flat Lay Photos: Pictures of Flatlays
Flatlay photography is an easy and creative way to showcase groups of products, give a stunning snapshot of a work space, or just showcase thematic elements in an aesthetically rich way.
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White Bowl Surrounded By Herbs Chilis And Lime Slices
Spices Lay In A Blue Bowl Against A Yellow Background
A Bun Topped With A Sage Leaf On A Cutting Board
Close Up Of Eye Glasses On A Computer Desk
The Word Help Spelled Out With Plastic Miniatures
Flatlay Of Colorful Candy Easter Eggs
Colorful Chocolate Candy Easter Eggs On White
Laptop And A Cell Phone Showing A Graph On Orange Table
Flatlay Of A Laptop And Cellphone With Notebook
Coffee Beans Laid On A Pink Background
Colorful Candy Eggs Against A White Background
Three Disposable Face Masks On A Yellow Background
Flatlay On A Bed With Notebook Laptop And Camera
View From Above Of Office Items On A White Duvet
Office Flatlay With Camera Gear And Orange Fruit
Top Down View Working From Home On A Bed
Laptop With Notebook And Water Bottle On White Bed
Flatlay Of A Laptop And Camera With Stationary
Yoga Mat Flatlay With Laptop And Water Bottle
Hand Holds A Stainer From A Cup Of Tea
Top View Of A Green Teapot On A Pink Background
Ends Of Colored Pencils Lines Up
Colored Pencils Scattered Shown From Above
Top View Of A Tea Towel And Container Holding Grain
View Of A Person Working At Their Desk From Above
View From Above As Person Sits At White Desktop
Flatlay Of A Valentines Day Card With Foil Chocolate Hearts
Flatlay Of A Red Envelope With Gold And Red Chocolates
Pink And Red Cupcakes On A White Background
View Of A Computer Desk As Seen From Above
Home Office Lit By Computer Monitors
Flatlay Of Coffee And Computer On Wooden Surface
Dumplings Chopsticks And Sauce On A Red Cloth Viewed From Above
Top View Of A Chocolate Ice Cream Beverage
Flatlay Of Items To Make Hot Chocolate
An Invite Lays Surrounded By Soft Pink Fabric
Living Room With Coffee Table With Hot Chocolate
Flatlay Of Pink Teapot, Paper, Pen And A Glass Of Marshmallows
Three Oranges And Three Fanned Out Red Cards On White
Three Red Cards Fanned Out On A Red Background
Flatlay With Dumplings And Chopsticks Against A Red Background
Three Red Cards Lay On A Red Background
Flay Lay Of Gifts String Lights And A Bottle
A Round White Plate Full Of Strawberries
Gold Pocket Watch On A Black Notebook
Soft Pink Flower Petals Against White
Pearl Top Lays In Shadowed Lights On Pink Background
Shadowed Flatlay Of Lavender And A Necklace
Mobile Phone With The Words Inspire on Screen
Flatlay Of Books With Plants And A Smoothie On A White Sheet
Flatlay Of A Notebook With Pen And Cellphone
Cell Phone And Earbuds In Sunlight
Outdoor Dessert Table With Macarons And Cake
Top Made Of Pearls On A Pink Background
Phone And Travel Flatlay Of Items
Stationary Ready To Set New Year Goals
Pink Blanket With Lavender Bundle
Biscotti Lays In A Monstera Leaf
Person Paints Drawing Of Fashion In Yellow
Water Color Supplies On A Wooden Table
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Tips for Your own flatlay photography
What makes this type of photography so popular is not just the look of the photography style, but that it’s relatively easy to do. Generally you don’t need to be a professional photographer to take a great flatlay image - an iPhone camera and good lighting will do!
Feel free to browse our database of flatlay images or check our tips below for creating your own beautiful pictures.
Shoot for a single color palette
Generally speaking - it’s best to select a colour pallette of about 2-3 unifying colours and work around those colors with varying patterns and textures. Having a predetermined pallette will help to unify the composition of the image and direct the mood of the piece. For example - object in navy blue and deep red will usually give the image a more somber feel to it whereas bright pinks and purples will make the image a bit more playful.
You’ll also want to make sure you use a neutral background colour as well. Most flatlay pictures use a white background, but feel free to experiment with black, grey or more muted wood tones as well. A neutral background colour will make the foreground items stand-out, complimenting the items and focusing your audience's attention towards your subjects.
Let the composition of your pictures tell a story
It’s important to consider the concept of narrative in composing flat-lay photographs. You may want to think of a “theme” before you begin and then select objects that work around this theme. For example - if your theme is “Cluttered Office” - you might choose to use objects like pens, notebooks and coffee cups. If your theme is “Brunch Time” - you might include items like toasted bagels and sparkling mimosas. Let your image tell a story through objects surrounding a common theme.
Experiment with Space and Lighting
Not all flatlay images are built the same. For some - a cluttered workspace might convey a sense of chaos to the audience while a more sparse use of objects with more negative space might give the viewer a sense of calming isolation.
With regards to lighting - it’s generally best to use calm, overhead lighting. You don’t want your lights to be too bright however, as this can wash-out some of the beauty of your colours and create jarring, odd shadows.
Natural light works best as well - especially in the morning when the sun has risen but is not yet in full force. If you’re looking for a more neutral, balanced lighting design, try going out on a day that’s a little bit cloudy to get a soft-light effect.
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