>From: John Scully <[email protected]> >Sent: Feb 4, 2014 8:50 PM >Subject: Re: [Origami] How to take Pictures of Origami? > >Tavin asked "how to take pictures of origami" >
I use a large piece of white art (meaning thicker) white paper that I then prop up from behind vertically to create a seamless backdrop. I have two reflectors with light bulbs angled from the side pointing at the subject. I set the white balance on the camera for the bulbs I am using, currently tungsten. Setting the white balance helps eliminate the color caste from the lights. I have also experimented with setting the Exposure Value (EV) on the camera. I have the camera on a tripod. I use the timer on the camera to take the picture. That gives me time to pick up a third reflector which I hold roughly overhead, adjusting the position to eliminate as much of any remaining shadows as I can. I also take a couple of photos. I would not say the photos I take are particularly great. What the set up has down is eliminate most of the harsh or unpleasant shadows I had when the primary lighting was from the flash on the camera. It also provides a neutral background that does not distract from the subject. Thank you, Doug Peterson
