How to Paint 3 Food and Product Photography Background Surfaces with No Texture

[@katyram5883]

This is the best no-nonsense video on how to DIY food backdrops! Great work!

[@HijabsandAprons]

Thank you so much Katy! I hope to film a second one soon 🤗

[@dawnosunset1]

I love your backgrounds and the fact u painted them! The emerald one came out sooo lux!!

[@HijabsandAprons]

Thank you sooo much! Yeeessss, it's so fun and rewarding to do it yourself! 🙌🏼

[@chiaragerevasi6699]

Best tutorial ever. Clear and well explained. Thank you for sharing!

[@reboundk1ng]

Wow, very detailed down to the paint list. Thanks! subscribed!

[@YearRoundExplorers]

Soothing to watch. Feeling inspired to make them.

[@shakeenida]

Can u do more tips and tricks on how to photograph food etc? And more backdrop options pleaseee .. love ur workkkkkk

[@HijabsandAprons]

Thank you so very much!! For photography tips and learning how to manipulate light, I learn from @Figandlight on KZbin! I will definitely consider sharing more backdrop designs and ideas! Thank you for watching!

[@reboundk1ng]

I made the dark gray one today, it came out pretty good. Thanks!

[@bakingchaos6110]

This is the video I didn’t know I needed 😭 thank you 💙💙

[@HijabsandAprons]

Thanks so much for watching! I hope it's useful for you!

[@pamm8689]

I just point and click when I take my photos. Your videos are always soooo pleasing to watch. I think I’ll create my own surface and take more time taking the photos. Love love your videos!!

[@HijabsandAprons]

Thank you so very much, Pam!! 🙏🏼 Aww I can understand that as well, because sometimes I need to fast forward to the eating part (serving the food) but food photography is an art I've invested in! I learn from @figandlight on KZbin 🤗

[@incredibleizu4]

Thanks for this helpful video!!

[@AakankshaSingh03]

This video is insane. Please do a video for white backdrops. You are awesome

[@HijabsandAprons]

Thank you for watching, glad you enjoyed it!! I'll make note of your suggestion! 🤗

[@FullKitchen]

Absolutely beautiful and brilliant ❤️

[@HijabsandAprons]

Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed it

[@meleika8274]

Super helpful. Thank you

[@firenzeitaly1507]

Beautiful.....master!

[@pseudonim510]

A very detailed technique!

[@jpalczewski]

thank you for sharing : )

[@ImamHartoyo2014]

Very inspiring. Thanks. I was wondering about how you made all those wonderful food photos, and got some answers here. Next videos maybe about lighting & cameras? :-D

[@HijabsandAprons]

Thanks so much!! Oh I haven't gotten into that and am not sure if I would share that here. I post the occasional behind-the-scenes info on my Instagram, but nearly all the lighting techniques I've learned for food photography are from Fig and Light's KZbin channel 🤗

[@eagamerzz]

NICE WORK really nice video editing too.

[@janetmitchell3271]

This is excellent! Thank you for posting . This will save me a lot of money in hireage fees for backgrounds !

[@sharadsingh635]

Superb work really...can you please describe how the final finish looks like...matte or satin-ish?...is the surface glare free with these acrylic paints?...What if one uses chalk paint instead of acrylic?

[@HijabsandAprons]

Thank you so much for watching! The finish is matte (especially because of the sealant spray which I applied at the end of each surface. My light gray surface has a very soft sheen to it because I used metallic white paint to create my base color. It is matte in finish (not glossy) but has a PEARLESCENT sheen to it at certain angles. I hope that makes sense. I deliberately provided photo examples for each surface at the end of the video so that viewers can see how the surface looks in various lighting. Please check that out too! Hm...I wouldn't use chalk paint, as it will likely be easily scratched depending on the sealant you use. If you already have some on hand, give it a try by testing a small patch to see how it dries on your board. I hope this helps!!!

[@sharadsingh635]

Thank you for the detailed explanation...yes i did observe the pics displayed in the video...there is a slight sheen..but it is well controlled..there are no specular highlights in your backgrounds when shot using flashes....this is just what i want too..smooth silky and creamy...i have been struggling a bit with acrylic paints to get rid off that specularity...i tried chalk paint today...it gives a hard core rough matte texture...no sheen whatsoever at any angle....but then as you said the durability is questionable...i think i will try and mix equal parts of acrylic and chalk paint...maybe that will help...lets see...

[@rudolffamiev2188]

Absolutely thanks for the sharing this! Amazing! I am going to create one for myself - but I have a question. Do you dry layers in-between operations? Or you e.g. do the second coat immediately after the first?

[@HijabsandAprons]

You're welcome! Because I use acrylic paint, the layers dry fairly quickly. But yes, definitely wait until each layer is completely dry before continuing on to the next layer. This works when using wall paint as well 👍🏼

[@rudolffamiev2188]

@@HijabsandAprons Thanks! The first one gone not as I wanted, but still usable... :) So will try to improve the skills more with the next one. The real craft is to do the texture... And also - as I used the PLY - it has some cracks on the surface and made some bulges as well, as I made the first coat... I am not impressed with that. Will try the MDF for the next one.

[@tomeaton4396]

This is AWESOME. Thank you! Are all you video thumbnails taken on these boards you do yourself?

[@HijabsandAprons]

You're welcome! Thanks so much for watching, I'm glad you found it useful 🙂 And yes, most of my thumbnails are shot on my homemade surfaces 👍🏼

[@Vijetasawant]

Amazing work, you nailed it ❤❤

[@karruza]

amazing tutorial, very on budget, simple and helpful. Subscribing!

[@HijabsandAprons]

thank you so much for watching!! i'm glad it helped 🤗

[@cooktalks2434]

I am sooo happy.. It is literally cheapest backdrop i have ever seen.. 🙌

[@HijabsandAprons]

Thank you so much!

[@gleamglimpse2856]

Loved it share more such videos

[@FreezeFlavors]

Great tips, thank you.

[@khadijah9140]

Amazingly helpful! Gonna purchase supplies and get started on making my own. Buying is so pricy.

[@HijabsandAprons]

Thank you so much, Khadijah! I'm so happy to hear this! I may be filming another video of some more designs soon 🤗 Let me know how it goes for you, I'd love to see your DIY surfaces!

[@TSM99999]

It’s very impressive, thanks Leena.... love it

[@HijabsandAprons]

Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed it 🤗

[@userGGG702]

thank you for sharing

[@HijabsandAprons]

thank you for watching!!

[@gerrifortecaster7007]

AWESOME VIDEO! WHO IS THE MUSIC ARTIST? I WOULD LOVE TO ADD THIS TO MY PLAYLIST AND LISTEN WHILE OFTEN ON MY LONG INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT!

[@xplorewithbilal9507]

Great work ❤️

[@ridazahra9569]

Been waiting for this

[@HijabsandAprons]

Yay! I hope you enjoyed it and find it useful!!

[@jpalczewski]

question ? do you coat them so you can wipe off any food that spills on them ?

[@HijabsandAprons]

yes i did spray a matte sealant but don't remember which one

[@letsgetgoingg]

Great

[@MsAnderson-]

Looove this!!! Thank you. Thank you!! Thank you!!!!

[@HijabsandAprons]

You're welcome! I'm so glad it was helpful/useful for you! 🤗

[@varshajindal2391]

Hi! this is such an excellent video, absolutely loved it! Also can this be painted on a high quality canvas? if yes then what difference would it make

[@HijabsandAprons]

Thank you! Do you intend on using the canvas as a roll out sheet for food photo backgrounds/surfaces? I don't know how well the paint would last over time if you intend to roll it up to store when not in use.

[@varshajindal2391]

@@HijabsandAprons Yes!

[@kerisek11]

It looks so easy, but wow. I am trying to create Dark grey background for days. And it's still not very good :/

[@HijabsandAprons]

Oh no! What issues are you running into??

[@ruztres]

Precioso, gracias!!!

[@HijabsandAprons]

de nada! 🤗

[@zeezeezee19]

Hi, what's the varnish you use? Can you share some names.. also , no need to seal the mdf with primer?

[@HijabsandAprons]

Please refer to the description box for the various items I used!

[@milenacordero5921]

Hi. . Which colors did you mix to get the esmerald? Tks

[@HijabsandAprons]

Hey! I mixed the green with some white but I don't recommend doing that because it *might* bring out more blue tones. I had to go over it with a layer of just the dark green to fix the blue tones. I have linked all the paint colors in the description of the video. Do check it out!! 🤗

[@milenacordero5921]

@@HijabsandAprons ok ok tks

[@ezekielnduli5181]

I wish I could buy these very boards. I don't think I can do as excellent a job as this. But I'll challenge myself to it.

[@HijabsandAprons]

Aww thank you so much, I appreciate it! I'd love for you to try! I've been using MDF boards recently (multi density fiber boards) and they work great too! It's so helpful to have boards painted in a way that will actually be useful to you 🤗

[@ezekielnduli5181]

@@HijabsandAprons Danke

[@aayushipunmiya960]

Isn't it easier to use paint brush instead of sponges?

[@HijabsandAprons]

Actually paint brushes tend to leave more streaks which is why I prefer sponges. You can definitely use a brush to apply the base layer though! I recommend using a sponge for texture though, or a really worn out bristled brush. Thank you for watching!!

[@brindadaga1135]

Love it

[@HijabsandAprons]

Thank you!!

[@pratikunde3150]

If not plywood,Can it be done on card board sheet?

[@HijabsandAprons]

Oh nooo, I'm sorry. The cardboard won't handle the paint well. Same with foam board, it will not work well. It's too absorbent

[@pratikunde3150]

@@HijabsandAprons oh yes got it amazing video will try to make this😄

[@pratikunde3150]

@@HijabsandAprons how much quantity of acrylic paint require to paint one board?

[@lazzatcooking1354]

which camera

[@HijabsandAprons]

Hi! I use the Canon EOS R - amzn.to/2URaMMD

[@ladydiscookhouse7923]

Helpful thank you 😊

[@HijabsandAprons]

You're welcome!! Thanks for watching 🙏

[@nafeeshafiz6275]

Are these plywood? What's the material!

[@HijabsandAprons]

These particular boards are what's called MDF boards, or medium density fiber boards. Please refer to the description to see everything used in the video demo

[@sadiamirza7723]

Hi, Thanks for sharing, do you use any sealer?

[@HijabsandAprons]

Yes! I didn't show it for each one but I seal them all with at least 4 coats of the matte sealant spray (9:35). I think I linked it in my description too! 🤗

[@sadiamirza7723]

JazakAllah

[@shakeenida]

Do u add a varnish or something similar to make it spill proof / grease proof or doesn’t this require that process

[@HijabsandAprons]

Yes! I didn't show it for each one but I seal them all with at least 4 coats of the matte sealant spray (9:35). I think I linked it in my description too! 🤗

[@shakeenida]

I am sorry I didn’t see the description properly! You are very thorough ☺️ mod podge sealant is always out of stock in my country? Can I diy it some how ? 😎

[@HijabsandAprons]

@@shakeenida 😅 I don't know of a DIY, but any acrylic sealant spray with a *matte* finish should suffice! Technically you can do the paint-on ones too but in my experience it's really hard to get a thin, even coat with those

[@ba553y]

Really like to know how much Acrylic is consumed in making these backdrops so one knows what he's getting into.