A simple and effective macro setup
Posted by Edgar Stokka | Posted in How to, Photography | Posted on 19-11-2010
Tags: Macro, Photo Tips & Tricks, Reflector, Tripod
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While updating my StokkPhoto website, I came across some photos from the actual setup I arranged when shooting some flower macro images at my parents’ house back in January 2009. As you will see from these photos, this was a rather simple setup; however, suitable for this use, and quite effective. Here is what I did.
As always with macro photography, I strongly recommend to use a sturdy tripod. To increase the chances of getting crisp clear results, also use a remote control on your camera, or alternatively you can use the timer-function on your camera.
To add the dark background, I simply placed my subject in front of a wall-mounted LCD TV, and to be able to control the light, I set up a Lastolite reflector and pointed a LED flashlight at it.
Simple, clever, and effective! Here is the setup, and the result.
Simple and effective macro setup - The setup
Simple and effective macro setup - View from the camera
Simple and effective macro setup - The result
Happy capturing!