How to shoot beautiful abstract photography using paper!

[@ermescabas610]

So simple, so basic, so cheap ...... simply brilliant. Beautiful idea.

[@Adaptalux]

All of those things and very fun too!

[@septembertwenty-nine9989]

I won the Color Print of the Year last March in a competition that included photographers from 14 camera clubs... "White Paper & Light". Rather than photographing the paper from above, I had my camera on a tripod at about 45degree angle. I used several different colored lights. I will try photographing from above. Also, trying black & white showing a wide range of values seems like a good idea. Thanks!

[@rayedd74]

This sir, is triumph of creative photography in the true sense.

[@Adaptalux]

Well thank you very much for your kind words :)

[@denisthomas7172]

Thank you, I teach photography to art students and am looking for new ideas for them to be creative but learn photography as well, this is going to be my next lesson for them.

[@Adaptalux]

Glad to hear it Denis! Hope the students enjoy the method and get some great results!

[@Sourav67676]

Never tried this kind of Artistic photography. Surely I will try. Thanks

[@Adaptalux]

Let us know how you get on!

[@johnkristoff2341]

Brilliant. Masterfully done.

[@Adaptalux]

Thanks John

[@maxencelemoine4190]

Your chanel is pure magic ! so much creativity ! I'm a film photographer, so not the best way to play with macro photography but i will try ! Thank you for the inspiration and the ideas !

[@Adaptalux]

Thanks! this one is a pretty good starter subject for film, you won't get many dud shots from something as simple as this.

[@barryfisher1783]

So simple, so basic, so cheap, so, I'm gonna try it.

[@Adaptalux]

It's a great subject! Let us know how your results turn out!

[@DianneMaguire]

Can't wait to try this!

[@Adaptalux]

Let us know how you get on Dianne!

[@mangalajayasekera4249]

Awesome …really good idea to starting abstract photography …thanks mate

[@Adaptalux]

Thanks for watching! It's a really good one for beginners for sure.

[@persimoncino]

Among of all the macrophotography videos that I've seen this by far the coolest!!! Thanks

[@Adaptalux]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it!

[@KennyBondFurniture]

Completely blown away. I can’t wait to give this a try. I plan on using some of the images as backgrounds or parts of landscapes in other images. Thank you.

[@Adaptalux]

They work really well as desktop backgrounds for your phone and computer too :)

[@CattaAttoAI]

I'm new into photography and you're amazing talented in explaining everything, it's so so easy to follow you. Thank you

[@Adaptalux]

Glad you're enjoying the tutorials Catta!

[@brynmorgan12]

Cheers for that, it was superb, I cant wait until tomorrow to give it a go, thanks again!!!

[@Adaptalux]

Let us know how it turns out Bryn!

[@AlexBolotina]

Pure magic!!!

[@Adaptalux]

Glad you enjoyed it Sanya!

[@dudshipolito1800]

Hi Ben, awesome shots and awesome collectible shirt.

[@Adaptalux]

Thanks Duds, you're the first one to mention the Star Wars shirt!

[@stephenstevenson1900]

Such a brilliant idea Ben!

[@Adaptalux]

Thanks Stephen, I really enjoyed this one.

[@gari2009]

Amazing on what you can do on papers. Very inspiring

[@kevbird9342]

Great tutorial. Will defo be giving this a go on a rainy day. Thanks you for sharing , very inspirational.

[@Adaptalux]

Hi Kev, thanks for watching, let us know how you get on when you give it a go!

[@franciscocalvo1980]

Perfect explained. Awesome results. Thanks for sharing.

[@Adaptalux]

Thanks for watching Francisco!

[@unusual-channel]

Can be used to different genres of photography, cool 😎

[@Adaptalux]

Thanks for watching :)

[@janehowie2273]

Great inspiration - I know what I will be trying today!!!

[@Adaptalux]

Let us know how you get on!

[@jackielawrence9622]

Great video, can’t wait to get my hands on Adaptalux studio, unfortunately still on back order! Keep the videos coming.

[@Adaptalux]

We're nearly there, the part we need is on the way to us now!

[@philippebougier2762]

It is with pleasure that I discover your tutorials every time. Keep going

[@Adaptalux]

Many more to come, don't worry. Glad you are enjoying them!

[@jeanscotland7749]

Love this video, I did this a few years ago with a glossy book & a torch. However the colours will be better with my Adaptalux lights

[@Adaptalux]

It's when they all mix together that the magic happens, Looking forward to seeing some paper shots from you in the group!

[@nancypeplau9747]

This is Fantastic Ben! You always inspire me to try something new and exciting. Thank you!

[@Adaptalux]

Glad you enjoyed it Nancy, hope you give it a go!

[@chandkhalifa]

Saw ur macro photography ideas just subscribed

[@Adaptalux]

Welcome to the channel!

[@Engelhafen]

Oh yeah we all have those lights and a wide variety of macro lenses - people do live in their own cocoons

[@Adaptalux]

Well this is a channel dedicated to macro photography, and we manufacture those lights... so you've found yourself in the wrong place if you wanted something else.

[@gillyb44]

awesome many thanks

[@joannanarkwa3274]

Ben good evening. Somehow your tutorial popped up. Thought I would watch it and wow!! You explained and showed the outcome. I was so amazed by the beauty of how the outcome of using paper with light, I gave it a try. How amazed I was with my results. I wanted to say thank you . You've inspired me to carry on. Thank you.

[@Adaptalux]

Hi Joanna, so happy to hear you gave it a go! If you post your results anywhere i'd love to see them, tag us @adaptalux!

[@aaronantony7738]

Creative world........

[@jboone3745]

Thank you for the inspiration.

[@Adaptalux]

You are most welcome, thanks for watching :)

[@wesleywright2856]

Looks awesome! I'm so glad I found your channel

[@Adaptalux]

Welcome to the channel Wesley, thanks for watching!

[@shaynecousins2056]

Hi there where are the lights you use from please! Great video also ! so simple and easy to do which makes even better

[@Adaptalux]

Hi Shayne, We make them! You can learn more on our website - adaptalux.com/

[@WanderLensCapture]

So simple and very creative. Thank you for sharing.

[@Adaptalux]

You are most welcome Lynn, thanks for watching!

[@forknerj]

Gave it a try this morning. Very cool. Had a problem keeping the paper rolled up, but the concept is great.

[@Adaptalux]

How did your shots turn out? Glad you gave it a try!

[@forknerj]

@@Adaptalux I was very pleased with my first attempt. I used a slightly elevated translucent cutting board to set the paper on, then placed a battery-powered LED light (about 6" square) underneath. I laid 3 different colored filters from my flash units on top of the LEDs to create a multicolored effect. Lens was a 24-105 f/4 with extension tubes. Worked good for me.

[@Adaptalux]

Glad to hear it! Good innovation on the lighting too!

[@gemini2261]

Some interesting ideas 👍🏽

[@Adaptalux]

Thanks!

[@boscomac2434]

I’ve got something to try during my quarantine thanks to you Ben! 👏👏👏

[@Adaptalux]

It's definitely worth giving it a go. Let me know how you get on!

[@photoswithali835]

Neat Idea! I can't wait to try this. Now I'm wishing I never got rid of my glass coffee table. Hmmm... I guess it's time to bring in the patio bistro table lol. That'll work 📷

[@Adaptalux]

Good luck! Let us know how you get on!

[@photoswithali835]

@@Adaptalux It worked great. I don't have any fancy lighting so I placed my Macro ring light in a pie plate so it could shine upright thu the bottom of the table. Used red tissue paper for some color and white office paper for contrast. I really like how it turned out. You can see it on Instagram @photoswithali

[@Adaptalux]

Turned out great! The red works really well with the heart shape!

[@photoswithali835]

@@Adaptalux Thank you. That's what I like about it too. 😊

[@zhoua.thanakorn5376]

Wow, Thanks for your video. And I love your background ^ ^.

[@Adaptalux]

Thanks for watching!

[@clanelliott0305]

what a great video, very inspirational. Many Thanks

[@Adaptalux]

Thanks for watching Chris, glad you enjoyed it.

[@matayoproduction1927]

Great idea and explications! Thanks!!

[@Adaptalux]

Thanks for watching Matayo!

[@wayneogilvie532]

Cracking idea, cheers bud

[@Adaptalux]

You are welcome, thanks for watching!

[@chrisburnard5157]

Excellent, love the results. going to have a go. Thank you.

[@Adaptalux]

Glad to hear it Chris, let us know how you get on!

[@bobcrocker1521]

Cool idea; guess I'll use flashlights until my Adaptilux comes in.

[@Adaptalux]

If you've got one on order it will be with you soon :)

[@trevorwright6165]

beautiful work thank you so much

[@Adaptalux]

Thanks Trevor!

[@jeremyparr4238]

Jeremy Parr wow your new knew how this was done before great photography may I ask what light do did you use yours truly Jeremy

[@yoramelazary685]

Beautiful, Thank you !

[@Adaptalux]

Thanks Yoram

[@rob_ward]

Great idea, thanks for sharing. I’ll be trying this out soon. Maybe very soon. 🤔

[@Adaptalux]

Let us know how it turns out, thanks for watching!

[@rob_ward]

Immediately after watching your video I spent a couple of hours experimenting, and I’m quite pleased with the results: www.flickriver.com/photos/robertward/. Thanks again.

[@tonynikon]

Beautiful video. I'd been stuck at home due to Coronavirus. You recommend your Adaptalux light source. I'm planning to buy it in a near future. Can you adjust the light output coming from the rods individually? In the mean time I"ll use a flashlight and Lume Cube LED lights with colored gels. I think the folded paper with different colors could be used as a predule for a following video presentation. Thanks for sharing!!!

[@Adaptalux]

Yes each lighting arm can be adjusted from 0 - 100% manually or via bluetooth using the app.

[@veroniquesauvaget9101]

Thank you for these great ideas. I'm going to try....

[@Adaptalux]

Let us know how you get on!

[@johnnygilroy5213]

This a very interesting lesson .Thank You Sir:)

[@Adaptalux]

Thanks for watching!

[@barneyrubble5633]

Another great video.

[@Adaptalux]

Thanks!

[@walterreichert5334]

Really interesting! Thanks, I'll give it a try!

[@Adaptalux]

Glad you enjoyed the video Walter, let us know how you get on!

[@johnholmes3542]

Its a great tutorial and though I don't have the coloured its worth giving it a go.

[@Adaptalux]

Even in black and white the shadows and smooth lines are very pleasant.

[@niveditabarthakur5031]

Thank you for this idea

[@Adaptalux]

You are most welcome, thanks for watching!

[@johnreed8305]

Very Good Very pleasing & relaxing what you can do with a little forethought, Brilliant ! Thanks I enjoy all your shoots, keep it up.

[@Adaptalux]

Thanks for watching John, glad you are enjoying the videos!

[@jillybet3]

Love your video, thank you X

[@Adaptalux]

Thanks for watching :)

[@andream..]

Once again the most simple ideas! Thanks Ben!I have some printer paper so will be trying this over Easter weekend 😊I will definitely be trying the heart shape paper idea . Stay safe. Andrea (Australia)😊

[@Adaptalux]

Let us know how you get on if you give it a try!

[@andream..]

Hi Ben, I eventually got around to taking some shots using this technique. I have sent them to your email address, not sure if you’re receiving them. :)

[@phalgunin4945]

Great tutorial. So innovative. What kind of lighting arms do you recommend. Like the one you used in this video. Was looking for it in amazon.

[@Adaptalux]

Thanks for watching! They're not available on Amazon, you can find more info here - adaptalux.com/

[@jinishupadhyay7414]

Amazing . What is the light used .

[@NicoleBest]

Thank you. This was very helpful for my paper abstract shot...Cheers!! I used construction papers which was harder to manipulate but, I made it through. :-)

[@Adaptalux]

Glad to hear you gave it a go Nicole!

[@scootbud7516]

great video thank you i am using adaptalux now for a year and great

[@Adaptalux]

Glad to hear you are enjoying your Adaptalux Studio!

[@robertvarner9519]

Great idea!

[@Adaptalux]

Thanks Robert!

[@mahroosanwar]

Wow, Really love these shots, I will take some 😍

[@borisbelkania914]

Nice!

[@BECKYANNIE56]

Just got my light kit and played a bit after work last night! Love my very first shots with paper! Thx for the video tips!! Where can I share my shots???😁📷✌ Also...thanks for the tea!✌❤

[@Adaptalux]

Hi Becky, glad you gave it a go and the tea was enjoyed! Feel free to post your shots to our Facebook community group for everyone to enjoy, you can find it here - facebook.com/groups/adaptalux

[@kamleshsurve78]

Any link to buy that light

[@BECKYANNIE56]

@@kamleshsurve78 adaptalux.com/studio/?gclid=CjwKCAjwzIH7BRAbEiwAoDxxTrjo3uBbLhGdyK8NwrbSngLs1DdduVbwYJEPxK9Vd2inlZBNe5KKORoCRIwQAvD_BwE

[@yuxiang3147]

Nice video, could you post the equipment you use for the setup?

[@barrieharwood5645]

Hi Ben I know this video is some years old but I'm intrigued by the tripod head you are using. What is it? Great video by the way

[@MWTH73]

Ben your the Best Thank You

[@Adaptalux]

Thanks Michael, and thanks for watching :)

[@karel559]

Prachtig,meer van deze.

[@aritramondal3075]

As usual your ideas are incredible 😍

[@Adaptalux]

Thank you, glad you are enjoying them :)

[@helloansuman]

Awesome 🥰🥰🥰 trying now

[@Adaptalux]

Have fun, let us know how you get on!

[@helloansuman]

@@Adaptalux thank you for the idea. It was amazing last night. Tried a lot of shots. You can please check on Instagram @ansugraphy

[@rhonalawrence4476]

great job

[@Adaptalux]

Thanks Rhona

[@ocno]

Those shots are great. As usual, you're doing such a great job at making a non-photograph like me want to give it a go! Thanks!

[@Adaptalux]

Glad to be tempting you towards a very fun and rewarding hobby... try it!

[@pauldarville3843]

Cool!

[@ashstubbings2603]

Thanks Ben! You've just blinded me! lol Only kidding. Another brilliant and very inspiring video. Just what we need at the moment.

[@Adaptalux]

I'll warn everyone to put on sunglasses next time I get the lights out. :)

[@1027Paula]

Love the video , what is that lighting system with the arms called?

[@Adaptalux]

Thank you! It’s called Adaptalux lighting studio

[@saranyan5387]

Thank you...🙏 Superb...

[@Adaptalux]

Thanks for watching!

[@jamesmckevitt2586]

Fantastic Ben...i have tried this and as you said, it is really down to your creative imagination....can i ask Ben is Adapalux going to release any new colours for the lighting arms?...

[@Adaptalux]

Hi James, we're got not immediate plans with the Flash Arms coming very soon, but after that we have lots of new things on the horizon :)

[@debbiewnukoski4651]

Amazing. Can you tell me the best place to buy the light?

[@Adaptalux]

Adaptalux.com

[@ukiahduran6793]

Cool. Now I am going backwards to watch all your vids! In lockdown and going slowly nuts...

[@Adaptalux]

Welcome to the channel, nothing better than some photography to ease the boredom of lockdown!

[@recraze]

So wow great Job

[@Adaptalux]

Thanks!

[@southdevonpixiephotography4119]

Brilliant video i`m going to try something like this shortly. Great stuff very helpful. P.S Amazing shots so simple.=)

[@Adaptalux]

Cheers Pixie. let me know how you get on with your shoot!

[@eusufzai]

Very Impressive !!!

[@Adaptalux]

Thanks Rifat!

[@eusufzai]

@@Adaptalux Here is mine, I used color gel with flash. flic.kr/p/2iMy2zq

[@NiitLifeCreative]

Thank you man! :)

[@ramipo1]

what kind of lighting you recomend in videos like you do? led? flash?

[@Adaptalux]

For something like this I would recommend LED lighting, it's much easier to see your results as you go.

[@tracywind7637]

Did you use colored lights or colored filters on the lighting arms??

[@Adaptalux]

Coloured arms. The filters would diffuse the light twice under the paper but might still work well.

[@jeanbraunschweig7454]

great , bravo

[@Adaptalux]

Thanks for watching Jean

[@RNAbarton]

Thank you!!!

[@greenleaf2211]

Gorgous idea, ben. Congrats. I have a question, if there is no glass table, how we can do this incredible job.

[@Adaptalux]

Anything semi-translucent would work, you just need to be able to stand paper on it and shine light below it. White plastic works well too!

[@Lohithdhaksha]

Thanks a ton Ben 😁👍 Have never come across a such beautiful thing. Tried these shots today. It gave me another reason to live and love life. Keep it coming. A great fan of yours. Every detail matters 💯💕

[@Adaptalux]

Thanks for watching Lohith, glad you are giving them a go, make sure to tag @adaptalux on instagram so we can see your results!

[@jeka6812]

This is cool 😎👍,thnx

[@Adaptalux]

Thanks for watching!

[@christineg8552]

Where do I get coloured lights suitable for macro work?

[@Adaptalux]

www.adaptalux.com

[@erichpoole1396]

hi Ben, very interesting theme, where do you come up with these ideas? your brain must be wired in on the creative side. Keep these coming, regards Erich

[@Adaptalux]

Thanks Erich! It's sometimes just a case of trying something out and seeing what can be done with whatever you have around!

[@williambrown5219]

Ben, where these lighting arms available?

[@Adaptalux]

Hi William, they are on our website here - adaptalux.com/

[@jalladin]

I'm so glad I've found your content @Adaptalux @Ben. I've been wondering which color lighting arms to start with once I purchase your product. Given how well this abstract project turned out I would love to give something like this a try since we're restricted to stay home. I think I'll limit myself to three color arms to stay within my budget. I wasn't sure how many arms you used for this video tutorial but I'm assuming based on the colors you had about three at a time max but I could be wrong. Any suggestions would help, Thank you!

[@Adaptalux]

I didn't use more than 3 here, you're right. The colours are all down to personal preference really but there are colour filters to consider too, might be worth getting 2 white arms and 2 colours so you can use filters on the white arms for a different effect and colour. That would be a good starting point for a Combo Pack.

[@jalladin]

@@Adaptalux Excellent idea! I wasn't thinking of the filters as an alternative to having a bunch of color light arms. Thanks so much!

[@Adaptalux]

They do provide different effects, the arms are much more vivid, but if you want a nice soft diffused wash, the filters are the way to go. Usually having the choose between them is handy!

[@jalladin]

@@Adaptalux Thank you so much for your help I appreciate you responding. I'll be sure to apply all of your tips and lessons!

[@patnewton8235]

Great video Ben! What is the manufacturer and model of lights you used in this session? I would like to give this a try. Thanks Pat

[@Adaptalux]

Hi Pat, we make them, it's the Adaptalux Studio. www.adaptalux.com/studio

[@alanhill746]

Could the paper be cut in half it seems like it would be easier to stand up

[@Adaptalux]

It could but it would need to be a very straight cut to keep it all at the same height. It's not that hard to balance once bent an folded.

[@randyfox5317]

As usual, Ben, you did outstanding! Maybe I missed it, but did you ever mention the maximum amount of arms that you used for your images? I can't tell if you used more than 3 because of the amazing color 'blending' that went on. It seems that you used 2 arms a lot of the time. Did you ever go hog-wild and use all 5? Wonderful stuff, yet again, fella!

[@Adaptalux]

Thanks Randy, I really enjoyed this one. I didn't go with the full 5 but not for any particular reason other than i thought 3 colours seemed to work well. You are right, most were done with 2 different colours, sometimes a 3rd went well to. No reason you couldn't go mad and use all 5 ports, all different colours etc. Might have to give that a go next time I try this!