Portrait backdrops?
Posted 23/02/2011 - 15:45
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You wouldn't have a spare white projection screen handy? Big enough for head-and-shoulder portraits, and has a built-in stand. Easy to transport and set up.
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Terry
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Terry
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Posted 23/02/2011 - 16:18
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terje-l wrote:
You wouldn't have a spare white projection screen handy?
I find them too reflective to use as backdrop. It's next to impossible to light them evenly without nasty reflexions.
You wouldn't have a spare white projection screen handy?
Yves (another one of those crazy Canucks)
Posted 23/02/2011 - 16:29
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really big collapsable reflectors, the 5-in-1 variety are really easy....
you could also consider some abs plumbing pipe and connectors and a sheet/curtian set up... if you want DYI...
or if you got lightstands, a piece of curtian rod or bamboo and some curtians....
you could also consider some abs plumbing pipe and connectors and a sheet/curtian set up... if you want DYI...
or if you got lightstands, a piece of curtian rod or bamboo and some curtians....
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Posted 23/02/2011 - 16:53 - Helpful Comment
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Vinyl backcloth, and support.
You might need a couple of rubber door stops as well to stop the backcloth from unrolling completely. The cloth is supplied on an aluminium tube. This slides on to the support crossbar, but there is nothing to stop the ali tube from turning on the support so the weight of the backdrop unrolls it all.
I don't have one myself but my son just bought this kit.
You might need a couple of rubber door stops as well to stop the backcloth from unrolling completely. The cloth is supplied on an aluminium tube. This slides on to the support crossbar, but there is nothing to stop the ali tube from turning on the support so the weight of the backdrop unrolls it all.
I don't have one myself but my son just bought this kit.
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Posted 23/02/2011 - 16:57
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I previously have used a Bed-sheet. Non Reflective, wide range of colours, sizes and easy to transport and to put up. Always have a roll of Gaffa Tape handy when I use it to hang up the sheet where the lighting is best.
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SmutjeUK
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Posted 23/02/2011 - 17:33
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cardiff_gareth wrote:
I don't use gaffa tape but a proper stand as gaffa tape can damage paint on walls and if the wall doesn't belong to you but the client then its not going to go down well
True DO NOT USE GAFFA TAPE, I got the name mixed up and Gaffa just came to mind (Thanks Gareth!). I don't use gaffa tape but a proper stand as gaffa tape can damage paint on walls and if the wall doesn't belong to you but the client then its not going to go down well
Just looked up the roll I got (as it is very easy to remove and will not damage any surface) it is actually called 'Mepore'.
I get it from Pharmacies as it is used as a fabric dressing. Its cheaper then proper Gaffa Tape as well.
Sorry for the confusion here. My fault!
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SmutjeUK
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SmutjeUK
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Posted 23/02/2011 - 17:41
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You can also use Micropore tape the same way
let the education continue
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Posted 23/02/2011 - 18:25 - Helpful Comment
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I use a black and white shower curtain:
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Cost me £7.50 each and since it behaves as a curtain - It's really handy to flip between black or white.
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Cost me £7.50 each and since it behaves as a curtain - It's really handy to flip between black or white.
Posted 23/02/2011 - 21:16
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cardiff_gareth wrote:
This was a handy thread for you Bob, I saw that shot in your Flickr a few days ago!
T'was indeed
This was a handy thread for you Bob, I saw that shot in your Flickr a few days ago!
Posted 24/02/2011 - 09:44
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pentaxian450 wrote:
I find them too reflective to use as backdrop. It's next to impossible to light them evenly without nasty reflexions.
I have a reversible projection screen, silver and white, and the white side has a quite matte finish. Not very reflective.
I find them too reflective to use as backdrop. It's next to impossible to light them evenly without nasty reflexions.
Best regards
Terry
K20D, Optio I10, DA 18-55 1:3.5-5.6 AL II, A 1:1.7/50, D FA 1:2.8/100 Macro, Sigma 70-300 1:4-5.6 APO DG Macro, Pentax AF 360FGZ
Terry
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Posted 24/02/2011 - 09:46
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Many thanks for the suggestions chaps
John
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Posted 24/02/2011 - 12:33
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when in doubt, go without.
anything can be a backdrop.
try using a cookie Cucoloris and a gel to project a pattern on any wall or surface..
(and yes, those that know me prolly guessed that I found that by mistake because I'm dyslexic and was googling dirty words...
anything can be a backdrop.
try using a cookie Cucoloris and a gel to project a pattern on any wall or surface..
(and yes, those that know me prolly guessed that I found that by mistake because I'm dyslexic and was googling dirty words...
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Can anyone recommend a reasonably priced portable portrait background frame/fabric etc? It's not for heavy professional use, my better half is starting a new venture and needs some decent portraits doing where there may not be a blank wall etc.
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