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Presenting your products for sale is important. In this video, I show you how I use my trusty lightbox to take top-notch photos of wood turned items and other products for use online using just my phone.
Good photos are vitally important for communicating the visual form of products online. A clean background like the one used here ensures that the product is 'front and centre' in the shot and there is nothing for the viewers eye to be distracted by - perfect if your photos are going to be used for selling your items.
There are of course, other ways you can take product photos - lifestyle shots are good in certain places like magazines or boutique websites etc, but for the most part, a simple square format is good enough for most selling websites - and social media!
The technique I show here uses a very simple set up using a photography lightbox available from the link below. The video is not sponsored nor endorsed by the manufacturer.
Amazon UK: amzn.to/3dwtjqW
(This UK link is an affiliate link that I may earn a commission on from any sales made using it)
Amazon US: www.amazon.com/dp/B08BYJHZJL/...
Useful websites for Woodturners:
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Hampshire Sheen. Find your nearest retailer: www.hampshiresheen.com/buy
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Small Print and Disclaimer: Woodturning can be dangerous. The project in this video is a demonstration of a woodturning project and as such may not be suitable for beginners. It is not intended to replace a physical lesson from an experienced woodturner.
At all times, you are responsible for your own safety, that of your workshop and other people in it. Ensure you wear suitable personal safety equipment at all times and follow all the manufacturers instructions for your tools, machinery and other products you may use.
This is my way of turning this project - Other turners may turn it differently and you may find your own way of reaching the same result.
By copying these techniques, you do so at your own risk.
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Please note that aside from my business interests, I am not sponsored by any of the companies whose products I use. Any review of a product is done so because I like the product. I will never review a product I do not like or not enjoy using.
Thank you for your understanding.
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@hamptonwoodturnings 3 года назад

Great photo tips Martin. I just recently purchased a similar light box and your information is helping me take much better photos of my pieces.

@vanessachallis2159 Год назад

Plain, simple and straight to the point! My grateful thanks for an informative video that was an excellent watch. 👍

@maggieirving 3 года назад

Thanks for this, Martin. As always, very helpful x

@valeriewestmoreland4010 Год назад

Thank you so much. I'm starting up a hobby that might take off and I purchased a light box to get pics. You easy instructions will really help.

@erikandbarb 7 месяцев назад

Thank you Martin! Your shared experience on smartphones & soft boxes was very helpful .

@GlennBrian 2 года назад

This looks like it is going to be great, thanks for showing such a great example of how to use it!

@anrosengren Год назад

I was looking for a Light box and stumbled on your video and now I bought the same one! Thanks for a great video!

@jimtobias3860 3 года назад

Great video! Straightforward concise info that was very helpful. In my case, I have that exact box and also the same phone so it was especially good info. Thanks for these type of videos. Jim

@rocketretro7200 Год назад

Very useful, have just purchased the tent for watch photography and the techniques used here are transferable to my hobby.

@birchleafturning7486 2 года назад

Very helpful, Martin. Thanks for sharing.

@chrissullivan2948 3 года назад

Thanks for the informative video Martin - stay safe

@marianobile6183 Год назад

Thank you for making this video. I usually photograph jewelry and I just purchased a 12" x 12" light box. It is awesome. I'm still learning so hopefully 😌 will get even better as I have more experience.

@David-rg9dt Год назад

Excellent, relaxing and easy to follow.

@stevehood10 2 года назад

Thanks Martin great demo, I’m currently editing my clubs newsletter and this is going to be very useful.

@Tulku 2 года назад

This is the most helpful video I've found and it looks like you're using the same or similar phone I use so this was extra helpful. Thank you!

@JulieStenning1958 2 года назад

Brilliant tips, particularly in relation to shadows. Thank you.

@LeonaFayWoodturning 3 года назад

That was very helpful thanks Martin. Ive a smaller version of the same box and tend to catch the side of the frame a lot in my photos, which i then have to crop out. Maybe the bigger box is the answer to that. Also Im going to switch to the grey background now as i didnt realise that the white was washing out the shadow. Thanks for the tips. 👍

@inkspirationaldesign 2 года назад

This is great. Thank you. It was very informative.

@harveyboulanger2896 Год назад

Thanks, great job. Pics look great.

@rea9799 Год назад

Thank you so much for this video!

@xtinarte1799 2 года назад

Thank you for uploading this video really helpful 🙏

@StargazerApril Год назад

Thanks so much for this. I have the same light box and NEVER thought about moving the lights around like that.

@alantheshade955 Год назад

That is amazing! Thank you so much good Sir!!! :)

@carlachirigos1576 2 года назад

Your video was very informative as I am shopping for a Light Box and looking for features (backgrounds, diffuser, openings) that I want included in its purchase plus ease of set-up. Also appreciated your demonstration of moving the light bars up and down to get the desired effect.

@aurawright2130 2 года назад

Thank you. A very helpful video. I’m looking for ways to improve my Etsy shop photos. Thanks again.

@Shelliwelly Год назад

I was considering getting one of these for ages but wasn’t sure about the quality of photos taken in these. Thank you for this video :) If I decide to get one from Amazon I’ll definitely use your link ;)

@MALTHEMASTERBARBER 2 года назад

“The phones on modern cameras” It’s cool we all have little flubs here and there!🤣 Good work ❗️

@ab-cq1oi 11 месяцев назад

Nice demonstration, got a lot more from it than from reading a few articles before that :D

@andykg73 4 месяца назад

this vid was so helpful, excellent advice! just perfect for photographing my wooden items using the phone too 👍👍 id never have thought about taking 1.1 pics, always used 16.9 and struggled massively

@briananderson2363 3 года назад

Thank you Martin. I bought a very similar set up from B&H Photo here in the US for $80. Works really well, especially for the high gloss pieces. Since my DSLR is much better than my phone camera, I tend to use that. Interesting video and it gave me a couple of ideas to further improve my set up.

@msabansmith 3 года назад

Hi Brian. Glad it was useful for you.

@missharris1513 2 года назад

Great video and explanation 😊

@baystreetvibes6001 2 года назад

Thank you so much for this 🙂

@davidogan Год назад

Hello. Thank you for such an excellent video. You described everything in great detail that is so useful and beneficial those who are looking into taking product pictures, like me. Thank you very much. I produce handmade products that require photography too and they are reflective. So what you shown us was really very useful. Bless you sir.

@brianjoneswoodturning3682 3 года назад

Great vid, and very informative. Many thanks

@msabansmith 3 года назад

Cheers, Brian. You're welcome.

@ianchappell4199 3 года назад

Great Vid Martin...Again....

@msabansmith 3 года назад

Thanks for watching, Ian

@richardhawkins2647 3 года назад

Thanks Martin. I was looking for a lightbox for my turnings, was watching video reviews and who should appear but you! I was really settled on a different one but you sold me on this one for a number of reasons, 1, the movable lights. 2, you seem really happy with it and 3 you've been using it for 2 to 3 years and it seems to be working fine! Also, having watched a number of your turning videos I trust what you are saying. Also, a brilliant review in the sense of walking us through your set-up and use. Some great pointers and tips, Thanks.

@eerievlad Год назад

But what is the brand and product?

@msabansmith Год назад

There are loads of them from various brands. They seem to change names and product features all the time.

@martinkavanagh5928 3 года назад

Brilliant idea Martin allowing the user to get the most out of their efforts to stunning effects love the simplicity and ease of storage regards Martin

@alanbutler1657 2 года назад

Just wanted thank you for the light box review. Having bought many variations and found them less than useful, I was reluctant to buy another. After watching your review a couple of times I decided to purchase one. It arrived today and after a quick assembly I was taking fuss free photos. Again many thanks for your review.

@siobhantilley3735 2 года назад

Hi there, I’m struggling to find the link to this light box, could you tell me please which make and model it is please? TIA

@alanbutler1657 2 года назад

@@siobhantilley3735 Portable Photo Studio, 24 * 24 * 24 inchs Large Foldable Photography Studio Portable Light Box Kit, Photo Shooting Tents with Dimmer Four-color Backdr

@siobhantilley3735 2 года назад

@@alanbutler1657 thank you Alan, very much appreciated!! 🙏

@tinymite8673 2 года назад

Such a helpful video - been looking for a photo box to buy - love this size and the light/other features. Love discovering your channel!

@tinymite8673 2 года назад

I am cataloging for a museum and this helps digitize the catalog with images as well

@msabansmith 2 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@SittingKittyColorado 2 года назад

Thank you for this video. I live in the U.S.A. and had to do a little sleuthing to find this for sale in our country (Amazon) but for those here in the U.S.A. this is the SAMTIAN 24" and the color is listed as the F60II. As of today's comment, it's listed at $98.63 but your mileage may vary. I think sometimes they tailor pricing to you. I can't verify that but...anyhow, thank you again this was a valuable video for me.

@w00lc00l Год назад

Hi Martin! Thanks for this lovely insight in your product photography. Never considered using a grey background, but I may have to switch to it… looks awesome for items that aren‘t „flashy“. And I’ll have to adjust the placement of my light bars, too! I‘ve got an old iPhone that is not as suitable as yours seems to be for product shots so I usually have to bring out my camera. I’d love to switch to a phone, though. Would you mind sharing which model Samsung you were using in this vid? 😀

@Stable_Studio 3 года назад

Thank Martin great helpful video

@msabansmith 3 года назад

Hi Brian. Thanks. Glad it was useful for you.

@mrforeman7443 9 месяцев назад

Brilliant video, answered 2 questions in 1 for me , what a lightbox is and can you take good pics with a phone. Thanks 👏

@InKY09 Год назад

I cant order using your affiliate link, so I’ll drop a little bit this way to say thanks. I’ve been DIYing with awful results, and your tutorial really helped.

@jackkraken3888 2 года назад

Great video, have you looking into getting a bluetooth photo shutter or bluetooth controller? You paid these with the phone and then you can remotely take photos without having to touch the phone! I know that you can use the timer function on your phone but it's just simpler to use the bluetooth controller to take the shots. Most bluetooth controllers that are used for gaming often have a 'mouse mode' so it can be used to both take the shot and control the focus.

@PeteTwistedTrees 3 года назад

Useful video Martin, I have a tent style box, but the lighting is ad-hock and basically beyond my very low patience level! This one seems to have everything balanced together, which is much better.

@msabansmith 3 года назад

Cheers, Pete.

@jimdoane1362 3 года назад

Thank you I really had no idea how to take good pictures of bowls

@BradleyZoellner 2 месяца назад

Thank you.

@waneyedgetimbers5946 2 года назад

Cheers Martin for this great video into using a light box to make your sales posts look more professional. Needless to say I’m getting one ordered ASAP. Cheers bud😂. But shouldn’t this be a secret? 😉😆

@buyaport 2 года назад

Great help. Of course the camera exposure is calibrated to 18% middle grey, which is why your white background is not white. But this is easily fixed by adjusting the exposure..

@Raquel-jg6wt 2 года назад

Thank You

@christinehoffman1825 Год назад

Thank you 😊😊😊

@BarbaraatQueensAvenueTarot 2 года назад

Thanks. I bought a light box a while back from Amazon but the lights get so hot I'm afraid they will start a fire. Headed off to find new lights. Cheers!

@ginalofaro5967 3 года назад

Very helpful but I'm very new to using a lightbox and I'm always struggling with the way the light bounces off the curve of the background. How do you work around that? Is it something you have to fix in post?

@margaretpeck8823 Год назад

I loved your video I would like to purchase one of those light boxes like you show on your video. Where can I purchase one for myself. Thanks Margie

@berfinzengin 4 месяца назад

Thank you this really helped but i have a little problem when i take the pictures even though the background is clean,in the photos there are little dirt places,what can i do them to go away? (The background is clear.)

@rosierees2363 Год назад

Thank you so much for a very helpful video. I would really like to buy the same light box as yours - the movable lights are a great advantage. I've tried the link you gave, but unfortunately it's not available on Amazon. Do you know of anywhere else that might sell it? Does it have a name on it?

@user-wd5pb6nh6x Год назад

Hi Martin. Really liked your video. Very straightforward and easy to follow. I looked for a lightbox similar to yours on Amazon but didn't see one. I like yours because the LED lights are adjustable and most of the boxes shown have built-in lights. Could tell me where to find the link? Didn't see it on your website. Thank you.

@NicolaPattison 11 месяцев назад

Same here. Video is super informative but I can’t find a light box with moveable lights.

@danykoskova3554 2 года назад

Thank you for great review. Your link for the light box is not working. Do you know where I could get one of these in 80cm? All I can find has a skeleton construction to hold it.. Your is more convenient.. I am also in AU. Thank you in advance😇

@GeraldJensen 3 года назад

Informative and useful video ... thank you! I have a similar lightbox, and often use a clean piece of plexiglass as a reflective 'floor' ... produces a nice effect.

@msabansmith 3 года назад

Oh yes! The plexiglass bottom is a great technique for a subtle reflection.

@siobhantilley3735 2 года назад

Could you please tell me which light box this is that you use as I can’t find the link for it here or in your website. Many thanks Siobhan

@liamunderwood1666 Год назад

Hi mate, quick question @M. Saban Smith Woodturning - that amazon link for the light box, does it come with the lights or is that separate? thanks.

@colinmckenzie7913 Год назад

Martin I have great difficulty having the background remain in place. Do you secure it some way? this was not clear in the video. Or is it perhaps left in the box when you pack up? I have been reluctant to use the box because of the time taken to repeatedly replace the background and to keep my blood pressure in the normal range. Thanks Colin

@anonymousviewer4750 Год назад

May I please get a link (or info) for the tripod used with your phone?

@ErikAnderson1 3 года назад

nice tutorial and great images

@Tszente Год назад

is the background reading as grey? Is there an easy way to get it to appear white without editing in post?

@munawarkhan9425 Год назад

Could you please try taking a shinning jeweller necklace photo using this light-box. You can show us using phone camera and any other dslr camera

@postiesteve 10 месяцев назад

Its now out of stock, and I cant see anything similar (with the option to light from the front). Do you know of any similar ones?

@spectrolit 5 месяцев назад

Please, some other shops selling this kind of light box? It seems to be discontinued from Amazon? Thank you!

@nicolamclennan6793 3 месяца назад

What's the orange blob on the right of the things journaling photo of ?. Great tips thankyoj.

@msabansmith 3 месяца назад

This perhaps? ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-rtZhz4VYdJE.html

@robertcornelius3514 3 года назад

Can you tell me which video you explain how to use and seal embellishing waxes. Thanks

@msabansmith 3 года назад

Check out the Hampshire Sheen channel. There are several short videos on the embellishing waxes there with different ideas, hints and tips.

@yofiesetiawan Год назад

You can give more padding with photoshop by stretching the background...

@jazbasra6762 Год назад

Hi, where are the lights from please?

@thedogfish1950 4 месяца назад

Have you ever used two light bars (or other light source) to help with shadow control?

@msabansmith 4 месяца назад

All the time, yes

@mjfitch85 3 года назад

Hi Martin, what’s the largest size item you can photograph in that tent before seeing the back corners becomes an issue?

@msabansmith 3 года назад

Good question. Les and I have literally just photographed a 14 x 3" bowl easily....so I would say 14" wide being the maximum.

@mjfitch85 3 года назад

@@msabansmith thanks Martin, that’s good to know. Was looking at the 80cm variant but it’s pole built and not fold down so wanted to avoid that

@stevepanebianco5930 Год назад

FOSITAN Photo Studio Light Box 24"/60cm 252 LED Light Bi-Color Dimmable 3200K-5700K with 6 Color Backdrops

@christerstergaard5521 7 месяцев назад

Is it possible to buy these lightbars separately?

@msabansmith 7 месяцев назад

I would think so, but you will have to research it as I bought the unit completed.

@jennifercronk4086 2 года назад

Where did you buy your light box kit?

@msabansmith 2 года назад

There's a link in the video description.

@MrRawUK 2 года назад

How on earth do you attache the background colours? There is no velcro etc.

@msabansmith 2 года назад

They slide into full width pockets at the top and bottom. Being quite stiff plastic, the backgrounds hold themselves into place. Not had a problem with any of them.

@scottk1525 Год назад

Why do my (and your) images always come out dark, with a grey background? These light boxes are lit up like the sun. And yet, we get dark pics. I don't get it.

@HandmadeCreations 10 месяцев назад

Why don't you elevate the bowl that is lower using props?

@msabansmith 10 месяцев назад

I could, yes. I choose not to, to keep the shadows and the background as they should be. Lifting it would alter the shadow beneath the piece to make it look unnatural. It just won't look right.

@runifuceeme406 Год назад

HOW DO YOU GET RID OF THE GRAYNESS OF THE PHOTO THAT COMES WITH TAKING PHOTO WITH SMARTPHONE?... @4:35 YOU CAN SEE ON THE LEFT THAT THE IMAGE HAS THIS DULL BACKGROUND INSTEAD OF CLEAR PRISTINE WHITE.. WHAT TO DO ABOUT THIS?

@msabansmith Год назад

Never noticed a poor quality exposure when using my phones. I choose a neutral grey background to get the natural colours of the piece. If I wanted a pristine white background instead of the grey, I would use the white background screen that is provided with the light box.

@peterevans8194 Год назад

Runifuceeme: I noticed/thought the same thing...I am not sure how much control of exposure and metering you have on a smartphone, but as somebody else mentioned in a previous post, it looks like the camera on the phone is trying to reduce the back ground to 18% grey....However if you were using say a DSLR camera, you would expose for the object, and allow the white back ground to blow out a bit...Then it would be a case of using the exposure compensation to fine tune the results....

@msabansmith Год назад

The background is grey, not white. White is too stark for me. Grey show the colours of the piece more accurately and doesn't blow out highlights.