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How to Use a White Backdrop I have just started using a small home studio. My portraits with the white muslin backdrop turn out yellowish. I've read about a homemade aluminum foil reflector to make the images whiter. Can you offer any advice? Thanks, Christy
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Raymond H. Kemp |
It would help if you could tell us a little about your lights, camera, lens, etc. Ray
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David A. Bliss |
As Ray said, we need some more info. Are you saying the entire shot has a yellowish cast, or just the white muslin backdrop?
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John H. Siskin |
Consider using white seamless paper, available in 4.5, 9 and 12 foot widths by 30 feet or longer. You can get this from most large photo retailers. At least you would start off with a good white. As others said, the problem might be someplace other than your backdrop, which is your lights. Also keep in mind that white will photograph as a very light grey, NOT clear. The best way to get a clear background is by cutting it out in Photoshop. The best way is not necessarily an easy way. Thanks, John Siskin
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Debby A. Tabb |
You most likely need a backlight, to get that "white, white" that is so sought after. Paper or muslins, you just can't get it with out a backlight source. And regular light bulbs will also add a yellow cast. if you are using a regular camera flash, you can go get another off-camera flash and slave them, using one as your main (on-camera) and one as you backlight. If you have a strobe, you need a low watt, for use as backlight. For more, you may want to visit the "Studio Photography" threads. Wishing you the best, Debby
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