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kjangsta:

Taking semi-decent photos of models: a journey.

1. Find something you can use to hold up your backdrop (I use my old posterboard “lightbox,” which you can learn how to make here)
2. Secure your backdrop onto the makeshift stand (I use hangar18miniatures backdrops, which are amazing) with something probably better than paperclips, because the paperclips do leave marks. I put them on the logo to mitigate space lost.
3. This particular backdrop is huge, but worth it.
4. Position your favorite desk lamps, preferably with halogen bulbs to diffuse the light, in a way which gets rid of shadows and illuminates your model(s) well. Knowing your camera is key here. I set mine on “manual,” and enter macro mode to more accurately portray detail. Be careful, because this can make things farther from the center blurry.
5. Store your backdrops in the containers they come in when you’re done, because you will scuff them if not.
6. An example of a smaller backdrop.
7. Note the use of coins to prevent the bottom from curling up. You must use a penny, a quarter, and a penny. All U.S. currency. If you cannot obtain a penny, a quarter, and a penny (U.S.), you’re out of luck. 

I hope this helps!