Saturday, June 27, 2015

How to Make a Light Box with Paper

By Michael Zhang


There are many ways to make an easy light box at home using a few materials that are both inexpensive and simple to get together yourself. Professional home studio kits can be dear.

1: Paper

Understanding how to make alight box with paper is relatively easy and simple. To start, you will need three sheets of white A4 paper. White works best since it reflects the light better than other colors and it will flood your photograph area with the most light. As a result, your pictures will appear more professional.

2: Folding

Take two pieces of paper and fold them both in half. Assemble them together by attaching one folded half to the folded 1/2 the other sheet. This is often done with or without tape. In my set-up, I didnt use any tape and the paper provided enough support by itself. Stand the folded sheets up together on a table or desk upright so that there are 3 sides. You might also set in on the floor if that angle is more acceptable when you add the light.

3: Background

Your DIY photography studio is virtually prepared. Next, take your 3rd piece of paper and attach it to where the folded areas meet on the other two sheets. Again, tape application is optional here also. Curve the sheet of paper slightly in order that it forms a seamless background for your lightboxes . It might take some adjusting, but the result should look like the picture below.

4: Light

With your mini studio assembled, now all you really need is to set up your light in the right area. It works best if the light is closer to the light box in order that it floods the whole area; nevertheless be at liberty to experiment. The vicinity depends on the force of the bulb. You can use a florescent or incandescent light bulbâ€"just remember to set the proper white balance in your camera before snapping anything.

5: Picture object

Eventually, the final step is to take some photographs Since the surface area is small, you'll need to find smaller objects that may fit in the space. It's an ideal size for stuff like fruit, coins, still, small plants or other small objects for product photography. The DIY light box is kind of handy for both hobbyists and photo fans alike.




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