Photography backgrounds

[ALIMOE27]

Just wondering what type of Backdrops Backgrounds everyone uses? Trying find out the right type and color background. Just purchased a Nikon D5000 so I would like to start playing with it.

[corythosaurus]

Suppose the answer lies with what you will be photgraphing.

[ALIMOE27]

my statue collection. but I would like to learn how to take great pics like everyone else on this site.

I would say take a trip to calumet web site and take a stroll through the muslin backdrop page. There will be endless amounts to choose from, and from the looks of the camera you bought this may be suited for you. Other than that it's going to take practice, practice and more practice.

Good luck!

[ALIMOE27]

Originally Posted by IronLungs31

I would say take a trip to calumet web site and take a stroll through the muslin backdrop page. There will be endless amounts to choose from, and from the looks of the camera you bought this may be suited for you. Other than that it's going to take practice, practice and more practice.

Good luck!

Thanks for the info Iron, next step after that is a good set of lights. Im starting to get into this hobby thanks to people like you that take great pics

Originally Posted by ALIMOE27

Thanks for the info Iron, next step after that is a good set of lights. Im starting to get into this hobby thanks to people like you that take great pics

Lighting is key and getting yourself a tripod is essential next to having a good light setup. But, that site that I listed in my previous response has all that you need to make your photos turn out great.

Once again just practice get use to your camera, and all it settings. Don't be afraid of taking lots and lots of pictures, because one shot to the next can make a world of difference.

I wish you all the best of luck!

[Averone]

You don't have to spend alot of money like Iron spends

Just go to a good fabric shop and buy some backgrounds! You don't need much, just try the colors you like. Pick something that doesn't let the light go through it. Black silk works great!!

[Averone]

Iron why don't we post a few good photos of a few backgrounds we like?
I will when I get home.

[LoD]

also what type of lighting do you guys have?

thanks for the calumet web site iron

[ALIMOE27]

Thanks for all the help guys. It makes life a little bit easier.