Product Photography at Home - DIY Backdrop!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 5 มิ.ย. 2024
- How to build a product photography studio at home - we’re building this custom backdrop stand in this video. Product photography is something anyone can do at home, but putting up backdrops is really annoying. This DIY build will solve that problem and make switching out backdrops a breeze!
ALL YOU NEED TO BUILD IT
CLAMP: www.homedepot.com/p/BESSEY-H-...
PIPE: www.homedepot.com/p/The-Plumb...
C STAND ARM: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...
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I’m Chris, a photographer based in Chicago. I make photos and videos for brands in creative ways. My TH-cam channel is here for two reasons: to teach you photography and to teach you how to start a creative business. I write a bi-weekly email newsletter that contains photography lessons + links to interesting things (chrispieta.com/newsletter).
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Timestamps
0:00 Intro
0:37 Why Build This?
1:28 The Build
2:40 Using the Backdrop Stand
4:08 Outro
This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something I’ll receive a small commission at no extra charge to you.
What's your current backdrop setup? Are you thinking about building this?
Was looking all through TH-cam for a affordable DIY backdrop. Thank you Chris !
I'm glad you stumbled across this video. Let me know how the build goes!
I've used a curtain pole attached to wall with no curtain and clamped a PVC matt white backdrop on it to take mannequin size shots. Trouble was backlight from the window behind, so I bought the 2 meter X 2 meter backdrop set up which you showed, just waiting on it coming. For smaller shots I have been using matt white wallpaper rolls taped to the wall . Now though I am building a bigger set up for my smaller products so this video has helped me loads.
Good morning Chris, I recently found you video and decided to give it a try. It works great. Thank you very much.
I just built mine today and I love it. Thank you so much for sharing this with us it’s perfect for my studio space
I'm so happy you built one for yourself! Game changer for studio space :)
BLESS YOU FOR SHARING THIS! Thank you Chris
Appreciate you watching Emily
This build is 🔥! Thank you for the tip and the links. Been trying to find a way to get a backdrop setup going in my small NYC apartment where a full backdrop stand won’t fit. Def going to be building this.
Love to hear that. This is perfect for small spaces!
This backdrop setup is so helpful! Thanks for the tips.
Thanks for watching Trish
This is amazing, I'm totally making my own! Thank you!!
Can't wait to see it! Please show me what you build on Instagram :)
Thank you for this video, Chris. Love this setup 👍
Thanks for watching Eddie!
As a student, this really helps a lot! Looking forward to more videos
Stoked to hear that!
This is one of the best backdrop stand solution for product photography. Definitely going to buy this one. Thanks alot for sharing.
I'm glad you're making it! Let me know how it turns out
@@ChrisPieta sure man. Absolutely loved the idea.
Great video Chris. Clean and crisp. All the best Chris for your 1k milestone.
Thanks so much! One step at a time :)
@@ChrisPieta For sure....
incredible idea!
a lot of photography equipment is way too big for most product photos, this looks like a really nice size!
It really is! Thanks for watching
This is great! Do you have an suggestions for a floor one with similar items/setup?
VERY helpful!!!!
Good video - lots of good ideas to use.
Thanks for watching John
I have asked for this setup in your latest video but now I know how to setup, thanks mate :)
Happy to hear it! Let me know if you make it
@@ChrisPieta working on it, some of the item is not available in India but similar one seems cheap and not works well. So thinking of an alternative option as C-stand which is similar but not sure if I like that set-up or not🤞 , have you thought about C-stand before....
This was really helpful. I live in NYC and shooting with backdrops is such a pain. But I always forget I can go to Home Depot and build something custom for my space. Thanks!
I'm glad to hear you found it useful! Yeah this is perfect for small spaces!
Great idea!
Thanks Mike!
Just found your channel and just binged watched because they are so good. Was just about to ask where you got the backdrop setup but glad I found the video (I was doing the 2nd method where you use a giant backdrop and it was a pain indeed.) Thanks for sharing this!
I'm happy you like the channel! Glad to have you here
Looks great. If you added another arm above it you could mount a camera for top down shots
Thanks for the helpful videos. Would you please provide a link for the Husky Table you used in Product Photography at Home - DIY Backdrop!
i ordered the supplies, cant wait till they reach. i was looking on husky for a work bench similar but can t find one with a lip to attach clamps. i want two clamps one for backdrops but also for a over head shot view.... awesome page
Excited for you, yeah the lip is super small but it works.
@@ChrisPieta 62 in. Adjustable Height Workbench Table with 2-Drawers in Black, is this the model you currently have?? got lost down the rabbit whole watching your videos!!!!
@@bustadred yep!! Happy to have you watching
genius!
thank you!!!!!
Thanks for watching 😃
Hey Chris! Great video. I'm waiting for supplies to come in. Could you recommend good backdrops? Thanks!
Awesome you'll love it! I use savage papers and Erickson Surfaces (expensive but amazing). My code CHRISP10 gets you 10% off erickson :)
This is awesome thank you!! What size savage paper do you use for this? I have a small studio space as well so this would work great
I've got the 24" one!
@@ChrisPieta thank you!
Hey Chris! Thanks for the video! I just ordered all o the set-up. It's a great set-up! I would love to see a video on the more common accessories you need for product photography. Where do I get the textured backgrounds and how are they used? Do you commonly use a sheet of plexiglass, mirror, fishing wire, foamboard, etc...? Thanks bro!
Thanks Chris! Yeah that's a great idea for a video. There's a lot of props I have around, mostly from crate and barrel. Surfaces I get from Erickson and Replica Surfaces. I prefer erickson, but they are a lot more expensive (Use Code CHRISP10 for 10% off)
ericksonsurfaces.com/products/tobaccolath?_pos=1&_sid=65f55534d&_ss=r
I personally haven't used plexiglass, mirrors, fishing wire, or foamboard, but have heard many other photographers using them. If the need comes up I'll buy it ha
Great setup and video. Having a bit of trouble finding what I need as the links don't seem to be available for me. Can you tell me what the vertical bar is called and the clamp that it fits into please?
Hi Ellis, black steel plumber's pipe and a pipe clamp. Make sure both are the same size
Thanks so much I Almost got so upset I found your video and then lost it & tried to search it again and youtube didn’t pull it up!! Cause no one has thisss
Oh no! enjoy the new backdrop!
Hey Chris great Video! The real question is... Where can we find those backdrop paper rolls?
Ah good question! Savage papers I usually get them on amazon! amzn.to/3KL4p5l
Hi 👋🏻 where you buy the little paper background? And THANKS!!!
Hey! It's called Savage paper. I get from amazon or B&H
Hi Chris, I want to ask, what kind paper would you recomend? I'm searching and searching and can't find much here in eastern-Europe (only wraping paper for gifts). Any amazon tips? ;-) I really like your videos, they are pro and so helpfull! Thank you!
Hi the paper is called Savage 26 Inch paper, I'm not sure if it's available in Europe but here is the link to one of the colors amzn.to/3xEjamH
Great Video. What is the size of the Black Steel Pipe? 60in or 72in.
48
What background material you usually use
Hey man thanks so much for the help, quick question, what light do you use I clicked the link and it doesn’t seem to have worked
Thanks for bringing that to my attention! I use the Godox VL150 - updated the link :)
@@ChrisPieta thank you so much!
Great video -going to make the same set up--did u get your desk from home depot?--46 in. W x 24.5 in. D Standard Duty 9-Drawer Mobile Workbench Cabinet with Solid Wood Top in Gloss Black?
That's the one
Sorry for asking a lot of questions, but what size spring clamps do you use to affix backdrops to the horizontal arm?
Finding clamps that will fit around my T stand bar, while also holding a thin PVC backdrop (so the backdrop hangs below the arm) has been harder than expected, so as long as your setup can hold backdrops the same way, I'll copy it. The clamps that came with my stand barely fit around the bar, and thus won't clamp on a backdrop as well.
Ah I got mine from home depot but they are 2" spring clamps like these: amzn.to/3rbiLo6
@@ChrisPieta And when using a single, e.g. 5'x7' backdrop, you'd clip each of them around both the bar and backdrop together?
Where can i buy backdrops rolls that size?
Do you think this is secure enough use as an over head camera rig for a desk over head shot using a mirrorless camera
I sometimes use it for that but honestly it is shakey if you bump the table. It's secure enough so my camera (a7r4 w/ 24-70) doesn't fall. But it's a little shakey.
can i use any metal pipe? let me know
Hi, can you tell me what workbench you were using? I know its husky but do you have a link, thanks man
Enjoy! www.homedepot.com/p/Husky-46-in-Adjustable-Height-Work-Table-with-2-Drawers-in-Black-HOLT4602B12/312063230
Sorry i saw the link after reading futher down..great video snd sound..u r a great teacher
You said below that you bought your backdrop from Savage and you can buy from B& H but what size is the backdrop in the video? It looks so small. I’m assuming it’s the 26”W?
Yep using 26" great size for most product photography in my experience.
I love your voice.
Thank you
Do you have a video for your overhead rig shots? Thanks
Not yet, good idea though! I bought an attachment for the c stand arm + extra tripod head that lets me do those
@@ChrisPieta can you share the links
@@Backstagejazz get this amzn.to/3atavdb and this camera head amzn.to/3xewUCT
Where did you get that size of seamless paper rolls?
Amazon sometimes has them, but usually from B&H photo!
hm where did you get the paper roll by chance?
B&H!
What paper do you use, Chris?
They're called savage seamless papers!
@@ChrisPieta Cool. Wasn't sure if they were Savage or not. Thank you!
What size paper are you using?
26 inch
Where do you buy your backdrop paper for that size?
I can only find it on B&H... sometimes amazon has that size but not in all the color options. Cheers!
Where do you get the actual backdrops from?
B+H
What are the paper rolls you use for your setup?
They're savage seamless
@@ChrisPieta Hey awesome video. What size did you use for this set up?
What size is that paper?
24"
Just ordered a $40 T stand from Amazon, and I suspect it's going to be much less stable than your DIY solution.
Couple quick questions: is the boom arm attachment part (not sure what they're called) made of plastic or metal? I assume the arm is aluminum, but what about the vertical post? Aluminum or steel?
Finally, have you made a video detailing your lights setup? Do you use light stands, or a similar DIY solution to your background support?
The boom arm is just a c-stand extension arm. It's metal. The vertical post is a metal plumber's pipe. All is super sturdy! I'ts not aluminum, pretty heavy, I think they are steel or iron but I'm not sure.
I use a c stand for lighting, I have a video on it in my product photography series!
What Paper are you using????
Savage seamless paper
@@ChrisPieta sorry, you mentioned it on another video lol
Are you using construction paper?
It’s called savage seamless paper
@@ChrisPieta Thank you so much!
What are your backdrop dimensions?
26 inch
loved the presentation but keep yourself in focus next time. I felt a little bit dizzy in the last part of the video :)
Thank you! Will do :)