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Location. Find a location that appeals to you, whether it be Ideal Images. To capture your vehicle’s best “stance,” hold
the beach, the woods, a park or the countryside. You will your phone/camera at a lower angle, 2 to 3 feet off the
want to be aware of anything that could become distracting ground. A front 3/4 image is always flattering and refers
in the photo. Remember, as beautiful as the background may to the angle showing the front and side of the vehicle
be, the focus still needs to be your collector car. simultaneously, not just three-quarters of the car.
Reflections. Keep an eye out for reflections of yourself, Taking The Photos. Start by making sure your phone’s
parking lines and other cars. Finding a minimal or zero- camera lens is clean. Then hold your phone in landscape
reflection scenario might be difficult, depending on your (horizontal) mode. If you want to capture an image you can
vehicle’s body lines. use for your phone background, take a vertical shot. Test out
multiple photos at different angles – sometimes a step or two
Light. For a truly spectacular photo, wait for the “magic
hour” just before sunset or get up early to catch the sunrise. over can make or break your shot.
Position yourself and your vehicle so that the sun works Once you have captured your images, share your favorites
to light up the vehicle. If you are unable to take the photo with Barrett-Jackson by tagging us on social media using the
during that magic hour, shade is best for even lighting and hashtags #BarrettJackson and #BJAC.
reflection reduction.
CROSSING THE AUCTION BLOCK IN LAS VEGAS WITH NO RESERVE:
1953 BUICK SKYLARK CONVERTIBLE
One of 1,690 ever built. Powered by a 322ci V8 Fireball CROSSING THE AUCTION BLOCK IN LAS VEGAS WITH NO RESERVE:
engine mated to an automatic transmission. Finished 1977 FORD BRONCO CUSTOM SUV
in Cream with a black convertible top over a red and Recipient of a comprehensive restoration. Powered by a
white interior. 302ci V8 engine with a recently rebuilt carburetor backed
by a 3-speed automatic transmission.
CROSSING THE AUCTION BLOCK IN LAS VEGAS WITH NO RESERVE:
1986 GMC JIMMY CUSTOM SUV CROSSING THE AUCTION BLOCK IN LAS VEGAS WITH NO RESERVE:
Powered by a 6.2-liter LS3 engine producing 525hp 1940 PACKARD 110 CUSTOM CONVERTIBLE
mated to a 6L80E automatic transmission. Features One fantastic option to preserve the pristine condition of
modern GM chassis, a GM factory independent front and your beautiful collector car is to have professional photos
4-link rear on a BDS-Fox 4-inch coilover suspension lift. taken. This Packard is the recipient of a body-off restoration
and powered by a 350ci crate engine.
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