How to Use Foam Core Boards in Toy Photography

In this video, I'll show you how to use cheap (under $1!) foam core boards to fill in shadows, create dimension and contrast, stop light spill, and as a background.
This is the eighth in my series of videos on lighting, and my ultimate goal here is to take you to creative lighting with flash.
LIGHTING 101 FOR TOY PHOTOGRAPHY:
1. Characteristics of Light: • Characteristics of Lig...
2. Flash or LED Panel: • Flash or LED Panel for...
3. Feathering LIght: • Feathering Light for T...
4. Creating Atmosphere: • Creating Atmosphere fo...
5. Controlling Reflections: • Controlling Reflection...
6. Modifying Light: • Modifying Light for To...
7. Light Fall Off: • Light Fall Off for Toy...
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I'm Four Bricks Tall, and I'm a toy photographer and LEGO Ambassador.
I love showing people how to take creative photos that bring toys to life. I share behind the scenes, toy photography tutorials, gear reviews, and LEGO set reviews.
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[@daniel-81]

fantastic videos. very inspiring & educational for my upcoming toy/product photography

[@FourBricksTall]

Awesome! I'm really glad to hear it!

[@jananlee]

Agreed! I use corflute which is similar to foamcore. Filling with black is something new to me. Thanks for the wonderful tutorial again. 😊

[@FourBricksTall]

It can be anything really. I used books, folders, bills, report cards, you name it. It's just easier to teach about the idea with popular foam core board.

[@Wormhole_Traveler]

Amazing video! Thanks for really useful tips Anna!

[@FourBricksTall]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@delia9431]

Excellent as all YOUR YT VIDEOS Thanks, Dee

[@redshoesgirl]

what brand is your mini-tripod?

[@FourBricksTall]

I have a separate video about low angle supports that you should check out 😉