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Offline TwoMore

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Taking photos of ponies
« on: March 13, 2012, 08:40:53 PM »
I know we have some great photographers here and I would love to know what kind of photo set ups (lights, backgounds) you use for you pony photo shoots. I take a lot of pictures of small items at my work too, so I would really like the improve the photo quality which is hard when your trying to focus on itty bitty details. I have an excellent camera and lense, so can you reccomended some of the set ups you use? Im particularly interested in better lighting. Thanks ahead of time!

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Re: Taking photos of ponies
« Reply #1 on: March 13, 2012, 08:47:43 PM »
Here's an older photo of my setup...

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The basic setup hasn't changed (the sides are old wire hangers, taken apart and formed into "squares", then cheap white fabric glued over them to form the sides of the "photo cube".

I use a different background now... and different lightbulbs (CFL "Daylight" bulbs).... but there ya go! :D

And here's a comparison.... Old background (left), and New background (right)... with the same Brighty in both... :lol:

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Re: Taking photos of ponies
« Reply #2 on: March 13, 2012, 08:57:11 PM »
Skymall magazine has an awesome portable backdrop, let me see if I can find a link.


Edit: Here we go:


http://www.skymall.com/shopping/detail.htm?pid=102700431&c=102672393


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If you shop around I'm sure there are cheaper options ^^
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Re: Taking photos of ponies
« Reply #3 on: March 13, 2012, 09:49:52 PM »
Skymall magazine has an awesome portable backdrop, let me see if I can find a link.


Edit: Here we go:


http://www.skymall.com/shopping/detail.htm?pid=102700431&c=102672393


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If you shop around I'm sure there are cheaper options ^^

Slightly O/T but I did not know that Skymall had a website.  This could be somewhat dangerous knowledge.    :devious:


Back on topic.  I use natural sunlight and a basic cardboard background from Sylvanian families.  Seems to work all right.  :)


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I used to have something bookmarked on how to make a light box; let's see if I can find it. . .


Found it!


http://www.digital-photography-school.com/how-to-make-a-inexpensive-light-tent


I haven't tried it yet but it looks useful.  :) 
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Re: Taking photos of ponies
« Reply #4 on: March 13, 2012, 09:52:06 PM »
I wrote a pretty in depth photography tutorial on my blag, you can read it here; http://www.doctormowinckel.com/?p=668
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Re: Taking photos of ponies
« Reply #5 on: March 14, 2012, 04:22:32 AM »
They had a portable tent thing on Think Geek, not too pricey at $50.
This one

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Re: Taking photos of ponies
« Reply #6 on: March 14, 2012, 04:34:11 AM »
I hang the detachable train of my wedding dress in the window, the lid from a small cooler to stand them on, and use the natural light.

If I need to use the camera flash, I tape a couple of sheets of white paper over it to diffuse things a bit.

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Re: Taking photos of ponies
« Reply #7 on: March 14, 2012, 04:50:57 AM »
Oh my goodness guys! SO HELPFUL!!! DoctorMowinckel you're tutorial is totes the best, I know what I'm going to be making tomorrow :P


Makes me sad that all 3 of my cameras are awful, though.

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Re: Taking photos of ponies
« Reply #8 on: March 14, 2012, 04:52:44 AM »
A good setup can make great pictures from even a cheap camera!

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Re: Taking photos of ponies
« Reply #9 on: March 14, 2012, 04:57:09 AM »
I think my wobbly hands are what usually mess up my photos, to be honest. The cameras can't handle focusing on things while I'm wobbling them around, hah. Luckily, I have a tripod tucked away somewhere :D

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Re: Taking photos of ponies
« Reply #10 on: March 14, 2012, 06:52:44 AM »
I made a box using DrMowinckel's instruction so I´ll take the opportunity to thank him here - THANKS!!

My only problem is that light in my house sucks, and not just because in the winter we have, like, 4 days of actual daylight ^^ and I only have two proper lamps I can use - I really need a third one for the top :)

However, spring is coming, which means more daylight so there will be a photo-spree :)

Here's a pic of my first setup

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and how the pics came out:

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Oh, and also, what happens when I leave the box unattended for a few seconds:


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Re: Taking photos of ponies
« Reply #11 on: March 14, 2012, 12:56:05 PM »
If ya all need a tripod, check your local dollar stores. I've seen tabletop tripods at Dollar Tree. They're only about six inches high, but they should do the trick.

Dunno if New Zealand has a Dollar Tree equivalent, but if they do, it's definitely worth checking.
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Re: Taking photos of ponies
« Reply #12 on: March 14, 2012, 05:20:29 PM »
Haha, i love the look on your cat's face... That "what? YOU left it open...." face.. Mine does it too...she likes to get in the bin I keep them all in. Thankfully, it has a locking lid she can't get off..


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Re: Taking photos of ponies
« Reply #13 on: March 14, 2012, 05:31:10 PM »

I just usually take outside pictures. That's the only time my camera doesn't hate me. When I take pictures indoor I put the pony on a white pillow then put one behind her and put my lamp on the pillow as well. My camera suuuucks. XD
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I should stick to outside pictures. Just difficult sneaking past people in this house with ponies. I don't really like the people here, so the less they know, the better.
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Re: Taking photos of ponies
« Reply #14 on: March 14, 2012, 05:52:29 PM »
I have a hard time with glare from white ponies. Maybe I will try the outside and see if she comes out better. This is a great thread btw!!

 

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