I used a standard hand-held digital camera to capture an apple that had been recently washed. I considered various forms of lights but most washed out the apple surface. I decided to use a small desk lamp to create just enough light and shade to enhance the apple while the drops of water slowly slide down its skin.
I tried to spend most of my focus on the stem of the apple which gave an outstanding appearance. It is with this little stem that holds the weight of the apple until it is ready to be plucked... how we quickly discard the stem and never pay mind to the strength of it.