Many people have often approached me and asked me how I do my product and close-up studio shots. In actuality, I use a very simple DIY solution…

You can put one or two layers of tracing paper on the cartons and also line the insides of it with foil. For light source, you can use strong daylight (4200K) lamps or flashguns (if you have the budget). I use 2 flashguns commanded wirelessly via an infrared commander which I can control the lighting ratio. For backdrops, you can buy fancy artboards from the artshops or use satin from Kamdar. The white board on top is to ensure there are no light leaks through and from above.

Some results with this setup (with some variations)…

Very cool DIY projects for you!

The ring flash is normally the domain of studio and macro photographers. Quite expensive if you can’t justify the cost with business from clients. Anyway, have a look at this affordable solution! Just make sure you have an existing flash gun and lens hood…

CHECK IT OUT!

On another note, a couple of DIY projects for bouncers (similar to the Lumiquest Pocket Bouncer). Quite usable!

Project 1
Project 2

Good luck!