General suggestion when showing your models.....

[rel14]

I didn't know when i got into modeling 40 plus yrs ago i was going to need a Photo-lab, , Man i missed that bus,,,

[rmvw guy]

  On 7/7/2012 at 3:33 PM, rel14 said:

I didn't know when i got into modeling 40 plus yrs ago i was going to need a Photo-lab, , Man i missed that bus,,,

......You don't, if you are not going to post any pictures. But you know it doesn't take an expensive photo lab now. (Why am I here?.....I didn't even start this thread.) Oh yeah I was just trying to help Cruz. ( And show off my model .......not really.) Thanks for the kind comments about my model anyway.

[sjordan2]

Nobody's being coerced into showing off their builds with a bit of pride. As I see it, Marcos started this thread with the intention of helping builders kick it up a notch with photography that displays models better, and makes it easier for members to appreciate those builds. It's just a few good TIPS, and I see no criticism of anyone in it.

And if anyone's paying attention, you don't need a photo studio, just a plain background to make it all better. A piece of poster board, a t-shirt, a pillowcase, it doesn't matter.

We've already had a number of threads on how to improve photographic techniques through better lighting, camera settings, etc. for those who are interested. But this is a different, very simple suggestion for those who want to show off their hard work to the best advantage. If you want to see a shot with a background that shows off someone's workspace, we have several threads on that subject.

Edited July 7, 2012 by sjordan2

[cotto]

Cruz, thanks for the suggestion, I in the other hand will make sure to take your advice. After seeing that sweet Impala, who better to suggest this idea than you. We have to keep up with the times, it's a digital world out there now, there's no excuse for taking mediocre pictures when we can be doing better with today's technology. Good photos and model building just go hand in hand, no arguing about that.

[oldscool]

I think that Cruz has made a good point with his suggestion. This pic was taken with nothing but a piece of Dollar General 50 cent poster paper for a back ground:

It cost very little in money and effort to do this. I use a 99 dollar Canon point and shoot camera without an aperture priority function which explains the out of focus areas in the pic.

Edited July 8, 2012 by oldscool

[rmvw guy]

  On 7/8/2012 at 2:19 PM, oldscool said:

I think that Cruz has made a good point with his suggestion. This pic was taken with nothing but a piece of Dollar General 50 cent poster paper for a back ground:

It cost very little in money and effort to do this. I use a 99 dollar Canon point and shoot camera without an aperture priority function which explains the out of focus areas in the pic.

.......THANK YOU!!!!!!!.....And nice model by the way!......It's just that simple and I wouldn't even have noticed the out of focus.

[Dr. Cranky]

I think the foundation idea here is for everyone to show off their work in the very best light . . . if you are going to go through all the trouble of building your model, you might as well present it in the best way possible. It's only a suggestion, not the law.

One of the things I've learned (the hard way) over the years is that I get probably as much pleasure from photographing my models as I do from building them.

Edited July 8, 2012 by Dr. Cranky

[cruz]

Thank you guys, the suggestion was never meant to demean or look down on anyone, like Dr. Cranky says, if you put that much effort on making your models look good, why not show them in a better light? I've had a lot of questions concerning photography answered by Mr. Jim Haught and it's something I am having fun with every time I have an opportunity to play with. I am still learning and will try to better myself in this area of my pastime which I enjoy so much. Will I ignore your posts because of cluttered or messy backgrounds? Of course not, it was never the idea behind this suggestion so please, forgive me if I mislead anyone here.

Edited July 9, 2012 by cruz

[martinfan5]

We are just talking about finished builds in here?, are does this include talking pics of WIP's as well. I have been trying lately to use plain back drops for my finished builds, and sometimes WIP's. I dont really care where the model is photographed, as long as the model is in focus in the pic. Yes it is nice to have a clean, clutter free back drop, looking at photos of models in the same ole boring white back drop does get boring, its nice to see people show off the builds in a variety or photo settings.

Like they say, variety is the spice of life

For my self, I keep meaning to pick up some poster broad or the like, but always forget when out shopping.

And to the people that are taking offense to this, there really is no need to get all upset over it, this is just a thread suggesting it, thats all, nothing more, nothing less.

Edited July 9, 2012 by martinfan5

[gtx6970]

I'll use different colors of heavy craft paper as a back drop.

or just a white Tee shirt thrown over an arm chair works just as well

[jaymcminn]

It doesn't hurt to have several colors of posterboard on hand to create different "moods" and to accent your builds. For WIPs I'll usually just take pictures on my messy workbench.

Edited July 10, 2012 by jaymcminn

[rmvw guy]

Man, I like the different colors of poster board idea! I've got to try that. Thanks Jason! Oh, and nice collection too!

Edited July 10, 2012 by rmvw guy

[philo426]

I like to take pics on my dining room table, the woodgrain sets off the model nicely.