Product Photography At Home: Beginner to Intermediate Photography Tips | 3 Quick Tips

[@BandH]

Do you have any questions about product photography?

[@barrypack4599]

Cheap backdrop ideas?

[@BandH]

@@barrypack4599, the most affordable background solution would be with Savage Seamless Paper Rolls. They come in several different widths and many solid colors. Here is a link showing the rolls we currently stock. bhpho.to/3bR5jvN

[@JayGrapherTh]

besides lights to highlight the edge of a product or giving the product more 3D depth. since the camera is on a tripod and in a situation you need more light, why not just make the shutterspeed longer compared to increase the light strength or if/when one's light isnt enough?

[@ketchupwtf6197]

What is the best lens for product photography for nikon crop sensor under $500

[@Ben-Chan13]

Is there a way to focus stack in Lightroom or Photoshop? If so, how?

[@NeilMcElmon]

I love how insanely practical this tutorial is 👏 Definitely going to try out some of these techniques at home!

[@caseyw7376]

The end result looked incredible. Exactly what I was looking for thank you.

[@BandH]

Thank you, glad it was helpful!

[@soulshinobi]

How many freakin shirts is this guy wearing?

[@Lycan_24_7]

Maybe he is chilly 🙂

[@SidneyDiongzon]

THIS IS AWESOME GUYS!!!

[@quintonmarchand5456]

I do product photography full time in a professional studio and these are great tips! Though, I would try to stay away from incandescent bulbs - you can get $50 off brand speedlite and a transmitter that will do just fine. Black and white tri-fold foam core boards are my best friend for bouncing and flagging light. I like using strobes and hot lights for different scenarios, I love the power of the strobe, but hot lights are easier to work with for mirrorless cameras. I find that proper white balance and color can be difficult when working with different sources of light so i always throw a color checker in a test shot to make it easier in post, they are way more expensive than they need to be but there are $15 alternatives. We have huge seamless paper backdrops in the studio, but they are a pain to swap out by myself, so I usually just stick with a light gray then mask and use a gradient map in Photoshop to change the back drop color. The blue sticky tack teachers use is great for propping up or holding small products in place.

[@BandH]

Thanks for these tips!

[@doogieham]

Thanks for the tip. Where did you get your tri-fold foam core boards from?

[@peterlemke3468]

@@doogieham Try an arts/craft supplier as a first call.

[@clippingserviceindia]

Your product photography is very beautiful but if you have any editing work in photoshop you can definitely work with us we are professional photo editing company

[@stephaniejones6369]

I never would have thought about paper towels! Great educational video and fun! Thanks

[@Orangekhoi14]

Paper towels are a terrible idea. If the bulb is burning too close for an extended period of time, it could set the paper towel on fire, definately a fire hazard. Can't believe they recommended people do this.

[@westleyleonstudios]

I am more interested in knowing as to why you have two button up shirts.. Lol.

[@JakeEstesFilmmaker]

Wes Jerdon I like layers, the top layer is a button down collared shirt, the one below it is a long sleeve Henley shirt and then a basic t shirt underneath that :)

[@rubyrose49]

Asking the important questions lol

[@true_niko]

amazing tips! the results with the normal home light were impressive! shows that gear doesn't always matter

[@RajagopalaRaoS]

Very useful tips and you actually demonstrated the home brew techniques. Much appreciated.

[@lynnjohnson3669]

thanks, loved this tutorial. helped me to try this at home. thanks so much

[@studioxperience4581]

This looks great!

[@humanbeing469]

he purchased rocks😂😂😂😂

[@slewdada9387]

Doing my first ever product shoot for a cooked dogfood brand. Exciting times !

[@anzellemalan8229]

This will really help me with my product shoot. I am excited to try it!!!

[@josephchan4198]

Good alternative to do some personal work or other. Thanks.

[@kev-othegamer]

Thank you.

[@PaulDale1957]

Location product photography dressed and coiffed like a lumberjack and introduced like a Jack-In-The-Box. Brilliant.

[@InscrutableObjects]

Very cool. Thank you for making this!

[@officialtionesco]

Really good video, I am really trying things out now since lockdown will continue and even if the photos might not be as good as the ones from a professional photographer I am looking forward to keep on learning and to try things out!

[@soulshinobi]

The first 30 seconds was the correct amount of humor

[@glen-draketoolworks7186]

Useful information. I don't know why so many content providers think that background noise, what some people would call music, is needed to open the viewer's ears. Focusing on your voice would be much easier without the background distraction. I've been around education for awhile, and I have yet to encounter an instructor who thinks that what they have to say is not enough to hold their audience's attention. You might want to reconsider what you think is important. And if you are having trouble reading this, put on some music and try again.

[@theflynn_]

How is that is so well focused? You take a lot of photos with different focus on different points and then join them on photoshop? GReat video :D

[@jeandedieunizeyimana2395]

Cool this video was more interesting and helpful!!!!

[@blackandwhiteweddingstudio6210]

Excellent video thank you sir

[@snapiumphotography7633]

Great Video your tips are really helpful

[@fragrantifake]

Great, guys!

[@FabricioAlves]

Very nice Video. Amazing.

[@KeithaJohnson-mp1po]

dope!

[@nagato8152]

Very good

[@lynnshaw5068]

I have a d500, 2 shanny 950 lights and a shanny trigger

[@khaledsalama1439]

Can i build a minivan product photostudio , and will it give a good results?

[@gamingstarbros5835]

NICE ONE !!!

[@davidsalerno8235]

Great video! I’m taking photos of some metal lighter cases as product photos for an online business. How would you go about setting up lighting for something with a glossy/shine finish? Using an iPhone 12 pro too… thanks again great video!

[@BandH]

For items with a lot of gloss/shine and since you are currently shooting with your iPhone 12 Pro, a product such as the ORANGEMONKIE 25" Foldio3 Mini Studio Kit with Turntable and Halo-bars, BH # ORFOLDIO3TBQ would be simple and straightforward to use. bhpho.to/3pOO9s1

[@sanmarco1766]

Really good video, I am doing product photography in textile industry can you help how to get color accuracy.

[@BandH]

Glad to help. Please e-mail us: [e-mail] >Mark

[@jordanwhite1420]

Was kind of hoping, per the title of the video, that some actual lighting setups would be shown. Do y'all have a video for that?

[@BandH]

Have a look at these continuous lighting videos: bhphotovideo.com/explora/photography/buying-guide/hdslr-video-lighting bhphotovideo.com/explora/photography/tips-and-solutions/the-home-studio-part-3-continuous-lighting To read more in this seriesclick below for Part 1, Part 2, Part 4, Part 5, and Part 6. >Mark< bhphotovideo.com/explora/photography/tips-and-solutions/the-home-studio-part-1-creating-space-and-using-backgrounds bhphotovideo.com/explora/photography/tips-and-solutions/the-home-studio-part-2-essential-gear bhphotovideo.com/explora/photography/tips-and-solutions/the-home-studio-part-4-speedlights-monolights-and-power-packs bhphotovideo.com/explora/photography/tips-and-solutions/the-home-studio-part-5-tethering-equipment-and-other-odds-ends bhphotovideo.com/explora/photography/tips-and-solutions/the-home-studio-part-6-workflow-digital-asset-management-and-post

[@photolabphotographervideog8922]

interesting tricks :)

[@haikalnaseri2129]

May I know where do you buy the tall basic lamp?

[@dubaitatilim]

👍✌️✌️

[@realestate_sc]

Should of at least touched bases on light temperature. Each approach means very distinct ways to handle it.

[@entervilletv]

Why do you use f18?

[@ВікіВік-ж5п]

все круто в этом проекте

[@daemonrock2911]

Класс!

[@vovan4ik161]

klasss

[@theleeboys7401]

I have everything but a product to photograph 😂

[@iolite2]

How many shirts is this guy wearing?

[@eccentricsmithy2746]

I am willing to bet this guy is a Werewolf every Halloween.

[@Деревня-н5ф]

это очень забавная история

[@mohammadbamashmous9603]

Thaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaanx ..

[@zero00044]

The fact that most people searching for this info just have a smartphone camera and a handheld flashlight and an actual stand alone camera is unaffordable. Lol

[@roblarson9065]

New IP15PM does low light very well!

[@selyouk7398]

froksayy

[@mr.laquintana2892]

Great info... but... I'm not rushing right out and buy a $2000 light to shoot a $100 product...

[@clippingserviceindia]

Your product photography is very beautiful but if you have any editing work in photoshop you can definitely work with us we are professional photo editing company

[@dashshetty2290]

What's Kane Williamson doing here ? 🤨

[@brushbros]

I wish I had your hair. Great video nonetheless.

[@angelhere7661]

круто

[@designserviceasia5952]

Helpful(clippingpath81)

[@MrTtvvt]

Lol. Did he just say "There's no limit to what you can't do ..."? Yeah, I'd agree with that.

[@jomarisalao2702]

Where is the HAHA react

[@saritagupta5449]

@@jomarisalao2702 Here 🤣🤣🤣

[@haitiancreolewithluciano]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@BeetleBuns]

I've never felt more called out

[@SarahS-ix5hy]

I tell myself this every day 🤣

[@info.bizness3503]

The end result looked incredible. Exactly what I was looking for thank you.

[@BandH]

Glad it was helpful!

[@DavidSenteno]

Paper towels and shower curtains. Next time I'm at the Dollar Store Im going to get all my studio supplies. Oh yeah they have clamps there as well. No I'm not joking. 😁

[@juanpabloortizdiez1606]

David Senteno hahahahahh absolutely need that lamp and marc frame for the diffusion

[@eccentricsmithy2746]

get a fire extinguisher as well. Cause you will burn your house down.

[@firebeecher]

May I add, and yes look at my profile pic, if you use the paper towel to defuse an incandescent light remember that these light bulbs get HOT and can start a fire with the paper towel. SO PLEASE make sure there is space between the bulb and the paper. Actually any paper and an incandescent light bulb is dangerous. You may want to think about using wax or parchment paper that is rated to go into the oven to soften/defuse the harsh light of an incandescent bulb.

[@fredocorleone6043]

firebeecher What fool would press the paper directly against the bulb? Defeats the entire purpose of adding diffusion. And an low watt incandescent bulb isn’t a Tota. Calm down.

[@nkosiakinlabi3135]

@@fredocorleone6043 anyone that is a “fool” would. You’d be surprpise at what people will do.

[@juna61]

Long shutter speeds with flashlight and white office paper did the job for me quite a few times :D

[@chuckdevlin6143]

The tip for creating defused light with paper towels and a picture frame was great. So simple, but I never thought about it. This will work for me - I have three tt685 speedlights and a x-pro trigger, but no defuser.

[@STILLWILLPHOTO]

Shower curtain material works better

[@dslrdave]

Normally when i saw a stroke that keep my attention is not a good sign (the back panel is awesome!!!)... until i go see on your site: 1700$usd for the head alone - OUCH!

[@PierreBurnaugh]

Nice video, it’s worth mentioning for those shooting with incandescent bulbs especially, color balancing concerns.

[@vperalta]

Excellent video. This is the kind of video instruction we need. Keep it up!

[@Gabe731]

Looks exactly like an apartment I saw in Inwood.

[@kwekunelson6574]

i was sold the moment he popped up and said "heyy" :D

[@ehsanr21]

This Is Very Helpful Video Thanks 🍎🏮🎈

[@ultimosdias-findelacosecha]

I wish I could learn how to shoot objects that the light seems to be coming inside from it... Maybe that could be next tutorial? I bought my hole cameraset at b&h. By the way my camera is Nikon D750

[@МихаилТесля-с6д]

I looked with great interest, it was informative and very interesting, thank you very much!

[@BandH]

We're glad you enjoyed it!

[@michaelwblade]

Thanks for sharing I’m going to practice this with my Nikon d5600 and my lumecube light

[@alex0589]

small heads up: lumecube has bad color rendition, that might be frustrating in post.

[@michaelwblade]

Alex thanks even if I use the Diffuser

[@bewbtewb]

Alex What about the Aputure MC? It seems like it’s geared towards pros.

[@ItsCaputo]

I love these DIY videos.

[@anacadena5299]

For product photography do you always take multiple photos and combined in photoshop, so product is all in focus? or if taking one image what is the best aperture to shoot for sharp and in focus product?

[@Vashts582]

Ana Cadena I think it depends on what you’re photographing. Personally, I do both. If I just wanted a single spot on the watch in focus I would have just taken one photo. If you’re taking a single image and you want as much in focus as possible then you’ll want a more closed down aperture. Usually the middle range will get you the sharpest images, like f/8. - Bobby

[@user-yz3wm6gt2i]

Stacked at last ...

[@sevagmarkarian9762]

Hi,B&H Do you recommend a lens Tamron 35-150mm f/2.8-4 Di VC OSD Lens for Canon eos r for portrait and head shots ?

[@BandH]

Yes, the Tamron 35-150mm f/2.8-4 Di VC OSD Lens for Canon can be adapted to the Canon EOS R with the Canon Control Ring Mount Adapter EF-EOS R , B&H # CAMAEFRFCR in order to shoot portraits/headshots. bhpho.to/2p9fLeL

[@KoonTrucking]

Excellent video with tons of great tips. You guys do an awesome job of sharing your knowledge. Thank you.

[@BandH]

Thank you! We're glad to hear this.

[@skamradt67]

I have both a white and black project boards that I use as reflectors/flags. Very cheap and work very well. Grab two white ones and attach them together with some gaffers tape along one side. Then you can use it as a mini vflat. The black card I use for curved surfaces to kill some highlights and make the curve more accentuated.

[@BandH]

Thanks for sharing this tip!

[@nitinzanwar2814]

Hello Sir, I am searching for camera and lens setup for micro component product photography. The products are in the size of 2mm x 2mm to 20mm. Can you please suggest me the camera setup for this purpose?

[@BandH]

One of our photo experts can help with that. Email what you are looking for to [e-mail] and one of our experts will be able to help you pick out the right set up for you.

[@MusafirsSoul]

Which camera did you use here.

[@enoseakhaine2372]

Wow this was really helpful 👌 Now I know a simple method to diffuse light from a direct and extra bright source

[@mdgalibmahmud7965]

it's a great idea into the light Product Photography at the home of course.

[@jordanwhite1420]

"With continous lighting , ...... you need to switch off any ambient light in the room....", Finally, I got this answer in this video --- searched multiple books & sites, trying to find out if I needed additional light Behind the camera or in the room, and couldn't find the answer. Just didn't make sense to me to "work in the dark", so I kept other (same temp) lights on while working with 2-3 large softboxes, & kept getting undesirable results. Off to change that now. Thank you!!

[@ShaynaKrause]

Where can I buy some rocks like the ones the watch was propped up on?

[@thenexthobby]

Learn how to do it with a speedlight and a cheap shoot-through umbrella or softbox instead of a more expensive and weaker continuous light and you'll be able to apply that to taking pictures of people and things larger than wristwatches as well. This is particularly true given that digital cameras and speedlights let you quickly dial in manual settings with only a little trial-and-error if needed.

[@BandH]

Thanks for the tip!

[@KaiTiura]

Great info! I just did a product shoot for a client (jewelry) that went south in a HUGE way because she didn't give me any info on dimensions or specifics on her needs for her website, and when I texted her to get the details, she thought I was bugging her... and she ended up not paying me for what I did. Totally unprofessional on her part, but I ended up eating a $500 shoot. I could sue her, but then I'd end up alienating the client and the person who recommended me; it's not worth going there. I learned a lot, but it cost me $500! Thanks for sharing this info. It wouldn't have made a difference on my shoot, but it helps in figuring future shoots, and I appreciate B&H's commitment to helping us all get better.

[@spat5502]

Such great service online. Would love to visit in person one day!

[@BandH]

We hope to see you soon.

[@amrfarouk768]

From Egypt the land of civilization and the future ... Many thanks to you, really a great video. Thanks again.

[@danzbeard]

great video 💯

[@AppAxis]

Paper towel is too valuable to use!

[@BandH]

Good point! Maybe try computer paper instead.

[@AppAxis]

B&H Photo Video will do! Keep up the great work!!!

[@Bmoore126]

Hoping to take some pictures of my soaps to put on my website! I'm not a pro at photography by a long shot so I appreciate you giving the "specs" as a guideline.

[@shaunnaruto]

Thanks for this tutorial! I love how it is no frills and straight to the point.

[@AMiAmirul]

Saya sangat suka videonya

[@mlhscanada1069]

Do you have ideas for table top? For staging bottling of hand made products?

[@HouseholdDog]

Should have surprised him. Throwing the camera across the room. He comes out with an axe... Sorry been watching a lot of horror lately.

[@silvianagy-ryan4781]

Why the background music? Super distracting and annoying. Otherwise, great video.

[@earthgraduate726]

So you mean that orange bulb with a paper towel as a diffuser gives you that light ? lol😅

[@Rjacket]

What are those rocks?, they look great!

[@CopycatStudiosLA]

DAT light looks like a continuous rather than a flash head to me - are you sure u know what u r talking about?

[@djmigelspb5446]

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