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All Things Fiero => General Fiero Discussion => Topic started by: GTRS Fiero on January 09, 2021, 10:28:17 am

Title: Fiero blanket
Post by: GTRS Fiero on January 09, 2021, 10:28:17 am
Most of my parts pictures are taken on the washing machine lid.  I then remove the background (usually), so that people donxt have to look at a lid and controls.

Several other surfaces had been tried, but the texture was a problem.  Thus far, the washing machine has been the best option.  Unfortunately, this has its own problems.  Depending on exterior light, shadows can be more or less of a problem.  Also, taking pictures of white/silver/grey items, or of things with bags, is a problem.  Black is a problem.  I need to get better lighting.

In the meantime, I'm thinking of using some sort of blanket/sheet.  Ixd like something I can just throw over the washing machine (right height), and that will not take up much space, and will be easy to clean.

Any ideas?
Title: Re: Fiero blanket
Post by: Fierofool on January 09, 2021, 10:49:34 am
I have several throw blankets.  I've used one of them in the past.  Spread it on the floor and took a picture.  I have a red, a green, and a brown one.  One side is smooth and the other is textured on each.  The EGR adapter kit was photoed on the green one. 

Title: Re: Fiero blanket
Post by: GTRS Fiero on January 09, 2021, 10:54:44 am
I have tried colored blankets, but that caused a different issue.  I need a smooth texture.  Elsewhere, someone suggested painting the concrete floor blue, then adding lighting.  That would work, if I could get the picture, without me.  I throw shadows everywhere.
Title: Re: Fiero blanket
Post by: Wreck It Ralph on January 09, 2021, 12:00:35 pm
My daughter does a lot of photography and she bought a light box from Amazon. They come in a lot of different sizes.
Title: Re: Fiero blanket
Post by: The Art Doctor on January 09, 2021, 12:00:46 pm
 I like how some dealers use a unique color so you can recognize a seller you like easier.  The guy I get some of my 40 ford parts from uses a recognizable blue on all ads.
Title: Re: Fiero blanket
Post by: Wreck It Ralph on January 09, 2021, 12:01:48 pm
 https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B07922MDPG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_imm_t1_efE-FbWHJ5644 (https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B07922MDPG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_imm_t1_efE-FbWHJ5644)
Title: Re: Fiero blanket
Post by: The Art Doctor on January 09, 2021, 12:03:21 pm
I have one of those Ralph mine is called a photo igloo.  It folds up and down and is domed like a tent.  I've never used it, gift of a friend who was moving.
Title: Re: Fiero blanket
Post by: Wreck It Ralph on January 09, 2021, 12:04:02 pm
Hers produces great results
Title: Re: Fiero blanket
Post by: GTRS Fiero on January 09, 2021, 12:04:38 pm
Interesting...but I still see shadows.
Title: Re: Fiero blanket
Post by: Wreck It Ralph on January 09, 2021, 12:06:18 pm
Interesting...but I still see shadows.

Depends on how much light you use. A larger tent with light on the four sides produces the least shadows. I have been at a lot of product shoots. Food I’d the craziest.
Title: Re: Fiero blanket
Post by: TopNotch on January 09, 2021, 12:10:32 pm
If I want to take pictures of parts and not have shadows, I take them outside on a cloudy day, lay them on the driveway, and shoot them. Cloudy day diffused light works great.
Title: Re: Fiero blanket
Post by: GTRS Fiero on January 09, 2021, 12:12:05 pm
The driveway makes a poor background, but yes, I have used the hood of my Fiero.