Author Topic: Using a photo backdrop, my setup (Read 4994 times)

Ragnar · « **on:** April 09, 2020, 09:13:20 AM »

For those interested, I photographed some figures today, and this is typical of the setup I might use. Photo was bought off Ebay.

And after cropping etc, this is the end result. To be honest, I could have had the photo a bit closer but I don't mind the blurry background look.

Doug ex-em4 · « **Reply #1 on:** October 06, 2020, 01:20:00 PM »

Ragnar - I missed this first time.

The blurry background is something people actively seek - often unsuccessfully

. But it would be interesting to see some photos using your background when it is not blurry. It’s an attractive backdrop which I think should be part of the photo - let’s face it, if you want the blurred background to enhance the subject, almost any background will do.

Have you got examples where that particular background is in focus?

EDIT Just found an example of what I was talking about that you posted on a different topic. Very nice...!

Doug

Ragnar · « **Reply #2 on:** October 07, 2020, 03:23:01 AM »

Good point Doug, I was probably being lazy that day.

Mick_in_Switzerland · « **Reply #3 on:** October 07, 2020, 05:54:14 AM »

That looks very good

DintheDin · « **Reply #4 on:** October 07, 2020, 06:04:55 AM »

The idea to shoot the miniatures on an elevated grass base is very inspiring, thanks for sharing!
I'll be following this thread with great interest, it would be desirable to see more examples of your photo sessions! Cheers!

Ragnar · « **Reply #5 on:** October 08, 2020, 01:52:11 AM »

Thanks chaps.

syrinx0 · « **Reply #6 on:** October 08, 2020, 05:43:39 AM »

Quote from: Ragnar on October 07, 2020, 03:23:01 AM

Good point Doug, I was probably being lazy that day.

Now that is a great picture! Not lazy at all...

BZ · « **Reply #7 on:** November 03, 2020, 03:36:01 PM »

I use a stock photo, printed out in 60cm x 40cm size by an online printing service. It was by far the cheapest option, 7 euros with delivery. I would show my setup, but i dont know how to insert a picture here...

Jack Hooligan · « **Reply #8 on:** November 03, 2020, 03:48:39 PM »

I can’t tell...how is the photo propped up in the OP?

Ragnar · « **Reply #9 on:** November 03, 2020, 07:53:48 PM »

Jack, the print is just naturally curved and balances there while I take the photos. I did consider making a stand to prop it up but... it works fine as is.

@BZ, check here: http://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?topic=102903.0

BZ · « **Reply #10 on:** November 03, 2020, 07:55:38 PM »

Quote from: Ragnar on November 03, 2020, 07:53:48 PM

Jack, the print is just naturally curved and balances there while I take the photos. I did consider making a stand to prop it up but... it works fine as is.

@BZ, check here: http://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?topic=102903.0

Thanks!

BZ · « **Reply #11 on:** November 03, 2020, 08:01:37 PM »

Quote from: BZ on November 03, 2020, 03:36:01 PM

I use a stock photo, printed out in 60cm x 40cm size by an online printing service. It was by far the cheapest option, 7 euros with delivery. I would show my setup, but i dont know how to insert a picture here...

So there is my photo setting with the print:

BZ · « **Reply #12 on:** November 03, 2020, 08:03:15 PM »

And an example picture:

DintheDin · « **Reply #13 on:** November 03, 2020, 08:04:29 PM »

Very nice!

BZ · « **Reply #14 on:** November 03, 2020, 08:12:42 PM »

Quote from: DintheDin on November 03, 2020, 08:04:29 PM

Very nice!

Thanks!
Do you use a macro lens?

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