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Thursday, July 7, 2011

The Importance Of Plain Backdrops For Still Life Photographers

By Michal Fletcher


Plain backdrops are commonly used for product photography. Plain photography backdrops ensure that the item stands out. Hence, the subject should be isolated as much as possible from any distractions.

The thought in the last sentence is exactly what a plain photography backdrop does in capturing product images. Plain photography backdrops are really simple but it can help tremendously in concealing all the distracting clutter in the background.

It is important to keep the background clean and free of clutter because it helps in directing the buyer's attention toward the most important element of the photograph: the product.

A plain, white or black photography backdrop in the form of sheet is also a great way of photographing large items that are for sale. This particular type of backdrop tells any product photographer that there is no other way to block out the background but only through a plain sheet.

However, a backdrop that is made of fabric can easily develop wrinkles. It is thus crucial to keep the sheet wrinkle-free. Once this is ensured, a photographer will achieve a smooth, flat and wrinkle-free background. Photographers that are using a temporary studio will also find this type of backdrop really helpful. For instance, a garage-turned-studio will require a backdrop that can readily and effortlessly cover other areas with crowded items.

Solid white and black photography backdrops are ideal for all purposes because their color will have a little impact on the subject. Colors from the backdrop may bounce back to the item. When this is combined with a poor lighting skill, it can cause change in color or worst, distortion in appearance and hue. Moreover, colored backgrounds can clash with the colors of your subject.

As a general rule, choose a photography backdrop that does not compete in drawing the interest of the audience or the buyers. Photography backdrops that possess this quality are the following: black, white, gray and dark blue backdrops.




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