Very nice work and nice sharp photography. If your camera has interchangeable lenses (such as a DSLR) or a compact digital camera with an optical zoom lens, I think it would be nice to use a longer lens or focal length -- perhaps 100 mm or so and also open the aperture as necessary to shorten the depth of field which would soften the background while still being recognizable. Also darken the background by using a panel to block some of the lighting to the background a bit. While it is customary to use a solid dark background when shooting fancy turning like yours, I actually like the "in situ" composition that adds context and helps to tell a story about the turnings -- in this case, a very nice lathe in a well arranged workplace*.
* NOTE -
I used "workplace" since terminology varies depending upon:
- If you are a "chap" or a professional turner then "studio" would be the term for your workplace.
- If you are a "bloke" then "shed" would be the proper term for your workplace.
- If you are an "amateur" turning as a hobby then "shop" would be the term for your workplace.
- If you are an "amateur" turning as a hobby and there are cars parked in you designated turning space, then "garage" would be the term for your workplace.
- If you are an "amateur" turning as a hobby and are relegated to turning outdoors as I am forced to do, then there is no standard terminology for our unfortunate condition. I just claim that I like to be more closely connected with nature while turning. Nobody seems to buy my story.