I used a sturdy chair to build my set on. There are some fairly affordable options available like this pop-up shooting tent and this self-lit “studio in a box”. It can be challenging to get the results you want when using artificial light so if you know you’re going this route, it’s probably a good idea to invest in some lighting equipment, such as a light tent or soft box kit. If you’re shooting at night or in a room where natural light is limited, you can use artificial light. ![]() Fill in shadows and create even lighting on all sides by using a bounce card to reflect the natural light around your product. If natural light is available, it’s the easiest to work with and it’s free. Soft, diffused light is best for shooting product images. You can either DIY your own, or purchase a professional light tent.įor larger products, you’ll need to make a bigger sweep by hanging a roll of white seamless paper from a stand, or taping to a wall. ![]() Just make sure your background is wider than your product and fills the whole frame of the image so you don’t have to crop in.įor small products, a table top setup will work. White craft paper or cloth could work, too. ![]() White seamless paper is a good choice and easy to find at any photography store. A white “sweep” works best as it will fill in the space behind and underneath the product, and will also help reflect light onto the product. To set up your studio you need 3 things: a flat surface, a plain background, and a light source.Ĭhoose a flat surface in a space with enough room for your background, product, and tripod/smartphone.įor best results use a simple white or gray background that won’t distract from the product. Now that you’ve got your materials gathered, it’s time to set up your studio and get everything in place.
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