How can I set up my own mini photography studio at home?

Place your photography equipment in a room that is no less than 2 meters deep. If you’re working with a rectangular space make sure to set up your backdrops on the shorter side so that you can walk on the long side of the room.

You will also need:

  • A flash with battery power option
  • Stand
  • Reflectors
  • Softbox
  • Backdrops / seamless paper
  • Wall mounted backdrop system
  • Clips

You can fit your backdrop on a curtain rail, available from any furniture shop.

If you want to save space, use a single light set up, but have at least one reflector available to create different lighting conditions.

Other elements that you might need can be found in your home, such as a working table, props, a stool to give you a higher point of view, and a mirror.

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