MARAIS 瑪黑家居選物 安和門市
2024年三月的台灣行，只籌備一場攝影工作坊，「產品靜物攝影工作坊」。構思學員的需求，規劃內容。我偶爾收到詢問，居住環境雜物多，而且光源混亂，該怎麼在家拍照，是否得準備多款背板與打燈器材，才能有好的影像呢？於是我想，這次攝影工作坊得找個像家的場所才行，學員才能將在課堂上所學靈活運用在自己的生活環境中。
詢問MARAIS瑪黑家居選物，得到正面回覆，於是這場工作坊在台北安和概念店舉辦。MARAIS瑪黑家居選物安和概念門市座落大安區，出捷運站後沿著林蔭樹漫步，不消幾分鐘便可看見瑪黑優雅門面。在漫步中靜下思緒、洗去塵憂，便可在瑪黑提供的空間內吸納家居佈置的靈感。
瑪黑的陳列空間整合斯堪地那維亞Scandinavian的美感設計，引進數款丹麥家居品牌。其中，我對&Tradition與ferm LIVING格外有感，這兩個品牌常在德國選品店中出現，眼熟便感親切。
室內空間以溫潤大地杏色營造舒適優雅氛圍，搭配開放式落地推窗牽引自然光線進入室內，連接戶外綠庭，透過視覺增添北歐自然人文的體驗。
產品靜物攝影工作坊借此空間設計的優勢，規劃四組拍攝場景。每個場景皆有巧思安排，可練習光影、佈局、擺設、以人入鏡等各種環節。全場垂手可得的器物與擺設，不只給我多樣靈感，信手捻來，隨時隨機都可以和學員分享拍攝技巧。
工作坊期間，也有不同客群光臨瑪黑。有單身女子聞嗅香氛、檢視小巧佈置單品；兩位婦人試坐單椅與沙發，見我為攝影師，詢問以我的眼光會挑選哪款座椅；還有更多兩兩伴侶挑選配件與燈品。有鍾意物件便添購，若無，吸取此處居家妝點靈感，也可以增加妙趣。
想藉此發文，分享簡易產品靜物拍攝手法，同時與瑪黑家居理念相輔相成：
觀察器物在俯拍、平視、四十五度等角度的不同美感。
以較長焦段拍攝，可避免器物變形有失優雅；使用手機者也可用兩倍以上焦段拍攝。
留意不同角度與時段的光影，加強器物光澤與紋理質感。
暖色系器物可著重於捕捉氛圍，冷色系物件可強調紋理細節。
後製時留意光影、暗黑與白亮的層次。
MARAIS瑪黑家居選物為此攝影工作坊的協辦品牌，你或許認為我美言回應。其實不然。你只需要抽三十分鐘空檔前往，一探究竟，就可以知道我所言不假，任何一個角落皆可自成一景，隨手任一物件都可以為居家帶來不同的氣質。
In March 2024, I organized only one photography workshop in Taiwan: the “Still Life Photography Workshop.” Considering the needs of participants, I planned the content accordingly. I often receive questions from people about how to take good photos at home when their space is cluttered and the lighting is mixed. Do they really need multiple backdrops and lighting equipment to achieve quality images? That got me thinking—this workshop should be held in a place that feels like home, so participants can apply what they learn directly to their own living environments.
I reached out to MARAIS and received a positive response. The workshop was held at their Anhe Concept Store in Taipei. Located in Da’an District, just a short, tree-lined walk from the MRT station, the store’s elegant facade soon comes into view. As you stroll along, your mind calms and everyday worries fade, making it the perfect setting to draw inspiration for home styling.
The display space at MARAIS integrates Scandinavian design aesthetics, featuring several Danish home brands. Among them, &Tradition and ferm LIVING stood out to me—they’re familiar from curated shops in Germany and carry a sense of warmth.
The interior is styled in a soft, earthy almond tone that creates a cozy and elegant atmosphere. Large open windows bring in natural light and connect the indoors with a lush garden, enhancing the Nordic blend of nature and lifestyle through visual experience.
Leveraging the thoughtful spatial design, I created four styled shooting setups for the workshop. Each scene was carefully planned to allow practice in lighting, composition, styling, and even including people in the frame. Every object and arrangement within arm’s reach sparked inspiration, making it easy to spontaneously demonstrate techniques to participants.
During the workshop, various visitors came through MARAIS. A solo woman browsed scents and small decor items; two older ladies tried out chairs and asked for my opinion on seating as a photographer; couples explored lighting and accessories. Some left with purchases, others with ideas for their own homes.
I wanted to take this chance to share a few simple still life photography tips that align with the philosophy of MARAIS:
Observe the different aesthetics of objects when shot from above, at eye level, or at a 45-degree angle.
Use longer focal lengths to avoid distortion—this keeps objects looking elegant. Smartphone users can opt for 2x zoom or more.
Pay attention to light and shadow at different angles and times of day to enhance shine and texture.
Warm-colored items highlight ambiance, while cool-toned ones are great for showcasing texture details.
During editing, balance shadows, blacks, whites, and highlights to refine the image.
MARAIS was a co-host for this workshop—you might think I’m being overly complimentary. But truly, just spend thirty minutes visiting and you’ll see for yourself. Every corner is picture-perfect, and any item can add character to your living space.
