My first try at "studio" photography

[snaremop]

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[jaa1180]

Do you have a light meter?
You need more than one light source.
I like the second one best. The others seem to need something.
You could reflect the light to the back on the first and third. That would help.

 

[shorty6049]

yeah, it looks like the light you're using is way too harsh, try bouncing the flash off a ceiling or wall if thats an option

 

[EOS_JD]

Play around to get rid of that ugly shadow. You may need more than one light source. Is this an on-camera flash you are using?

 

[snaremop]

No its just a portable IKEA bedside light - fairly strong though. I have a window, but that doesn't really make much difference. I'll have to find another light.

 

[EOS_JD]

You might think the light looks strong but your camera won't. You'll need a bit more power probably.

Also move the light around so that shadow is cast somewhere other than in the field of view. Move the light closer to get a softer look.