Originally Posted by Hillel
ISO 100, f/8, speed doesn't matter because the subject isn't moving, and the distance depends on the focal length. I don't know which focal length is best, but I would probably try 55mm first.Other important factors that you may consider is the tripod and lighting.If you can spend $100 on the Canon 50mm f/1.8, that will give you much better results than the kit lens for a one-shot.
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Art reproduction is a difficult endeavor. The best result is definitely from stitching: you take multiple shots (e.g. one for the top left, one for the top right, etc.) and combine them with special software in post. That requires the right rig for moving the camera and keeping it pointed the right way. A good macro lens would be necessary for that. You can get a nice Nikon 55mm f/2.8 with an adapter for $100 from KEH, or spend the big bucks and get a Canon EF-S 60mm f/2.8.
If you're using flash without any modifiers, the color accuracy will mostly depend on post processing.
Good luck.
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