Good white background for product photography
Mar 22, 2017 15:08:33 #
Peterff wrote:
I think using muslin is un-American. Bright lights and white nylon is the way to go. Also be careful about light tents, they might send a message about middle eastern sympathies.
Smoke a Camel, wink, wink!
Smoke a Camel, wink, wink!
I'm having a really cool conversation with Barack using my microwave....
Mar 22, 2017 15:21:08 #
LoneRangeFinder wrote:
I'm having a really cool conversation with Barack using my microwave....
Is that what came over my Skype call? Couldn't work it out for a while!
Mar 23, 2017 06:51:04 #
For small work, like your illustration, a roll of paper might be best but if a roll is out of the question use an A2 or A1 sheet. Try a hobby crafts shop for precut sheets where you may be able to get a heavier more robust weight noting that 150gsm is close to thin card.
If you use fabric satin materials have a shiny smoother side and a rougher matt side. I bought the end of a bolt for a reasonable sum from an Asian shop selling sari material. If you fold this material it will retain a crease so roll to store if you can. Be careful with aperture and positioning as you can reveal the weave in the material if object and background are to close together.
If you use fabric satin materials have a shiny smoother side and a rougher matt side. I bought the end of a bolt for a reasonable sum from an Asian shop selling sari material. If you fold this material it will retain a crease so roll to store if you can. Be careful with aperture and positioning as you can reveal the weave in the material if object and background are to close together.
Mar 23, 2017 07:03:33 #
how big do you need it to be? You can use white foam core (24 x 36 or 36 x 42 inches) or go to you local building supply store, buy insulation board and paint it white, if you need something larger. Buy 2 and tape them together so that the form a V and they will then stand alone. You can also use these to reflect light as well.
Mar 23, 2017 07:06:05 #
geobchlor
Loc: Charleston SC
I ran in to this when I started as well. A few things I have learned to correct the problem with little cost is first, use clamps to stretch the background this will remove most of the wrinkles. second change your depth of field / move subject further from the background and lastly I use a clothing steamer to smooth out any folds in the material. hope this helps, good luck with the learning!
Mar 23, 2017 07:07:00 #
Mar 23, 2017 07:19:59 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
oneillj wrote:
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I use poster board and slightly bend it against wall, works great.
Mar 23, 2017 07:52:45 #
StanRP
Loc: Ontario Canada
oneillj wrote:
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Perhaps try moving the lights further away from the muslim - less shadows.
Unless the light gradient is wanted - try adding a light(s) from above.
Mar 23, 2017 08:12:36 #
I have used felt fabric. It has a texture and is flexible that it does not wrinkle when rolled up. Drapes well.
Thank you for the word Photigy... I looked up and it is a chest full of goodies, thanks.
https://www.photigy.com/free-photography-courses/
Thank you for the word Photigy... I looked up and it is a chest full of goodies, thanks.
https://www.photigy.com/free-photography-courses/
Mar 23, 2017 08:32:04 #
oneillj wrote:
I'm taking a course on Photigy. Alex Koloskov has ... (show quote)
Hmmmm. I guess using a white background is the assignment. I shoot a lot of flowers and other small objects against a black background. That tends to be easier if it is your style.
A couple things you might try are shooting in front of white Foam-Core Board. Another thing that could even help here and also when using a white cloth of some sort is keep the background as far back as you can with out getting excessive light fall off or use an extra light to illuminate the white background. Also use the minimum DoF to get the subject sharp and let leave the background out of focus. Say shoot at f/5.6 and not f/11. A continuous bottom to background is usually better looking than showing the table top and background. And yes, observe the rule of thirds and keep everything level (or correct in PP). Keep at it. Your exposure and focus on the glass seemed fine.
Mar 23, 2017 08:39:46 #
leftj
Loc: Texas
rjaywallace wrote:
Don't see any problems with your background other than a grey (blue/grey?) cast which can be corrected in post.
No wrinkles evident here. There is obviously a reflection of the glass on the table which may be thought distracting in some advertising uses. You might consider checking the "store original" box when you add photos. /Ralph
No wrinkles evident here. There is obviously a reflection of the glass on the table which may be thought distracting in some advertising uses. You might consider checking the "store original" box when you add photos. /Ralph
You don't see wrinkles? Time for an eye checkup.
Mar 23, 2017 08:40:52 #
leftj
Loc: Texas
RichardSM wrote:
Well first thing I see with your photos it's not straight. And a lot more practice on composition.
Hmm. Must be looking at something else. There's only one photo.
Mar 23, 2017 08:48:26 #
A simple solution would be to paint the wall, if you are using it as a background, white.
Mar 23, 2017 09:31:32 #
Mar 23, 2017 09:34:58 #
If you look closely, though, you'll see wrinkles on the gradient. That gradient doesn't darken until well up into the background. A more subtle gradient will show more wrinkles.
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