#backgrounds

Do I need a special support system for paper backgrounds?

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Do I need a special support system for paper backgrounds? I’m looking to setup a paper background in my room. Will any support system like this work for a paper roll? Or do I need to drill in a paper roll mount to the wall for paper backgrounds? Also, I’m reading a lot of people talk about “Savage” paper rolls. Will I be off with off band white paper from Amazon? What makes Savage so good? submitte…

Ask Photography 745 2025-01-18

Seeking help with black/white backgrounds?

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Seeking help with black/white backgrounds? Hi folks, I’m looking to do some black and white studio-style portraits with a white, grey or black background. At my disposal I have a speedlight, umbrella and a reflector with stand. I’m struggling with the background. I don’t want to buy a professional-level background because it’s too costly. This is just a personal project for an amateur….

Ask Photography 598 2024-12-19

Are Group Photos with Blurry Backgrounds Possible?

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Are Group Photos with Blurry Backgrounds Possible? Hey everyone, Whenever I take group photos with people stacked behind or in front of each other, I usually stop down to at least 4-5.6+ to make sure everyone is in focus. However, that always means my background is sharp and sometimes I don’t want that, I want a blurry background instead. Is it possible to take these same types of group photo…

Ask Photography 835 2024-10-27

How to Achieve Bright, Gradient Backgrounds in Studio Photography?

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How to Achieve Bright, Gradient Backgrounds in Studio Photography? Hey everyone, I’m trying to recreate a studio shot with a bright, gradient blue background. Any tips on lighting setup for a soft, diffused look and an even gradient? Looking for advice on light types, positioning, and power levels. I’m looking for a go-to setup that can get close to all the examples in the attachments. Also, for Photoshop, is G…

Ask Photography 678 2024-07-25

Xbox June update adds better backgrounds and saves more than one Wi-Fi network

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Xbox June update adds better backgrounds and saves more than one Wi-Fi network Image: XboxMicrosoft is rolling out an Xbox update that lets you view game art with any Xbox Home background. That means you’ll continue to see your dynamic or regular background when you’re not scrolling through different games. Previously, Microsoft only let you view game art with the default Xbox Home background. Now, you can keep your backgr…

The Verge 1.3k 2024-06-13

Store for paper backgrounds?

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Store for paper backgrounds? Are there any online stores that deliver in Europe that sell smaller pieces of paper backgrounds? (Don’t really need the multiple feet of the rolled paper type, was wondering if there are rectangle or squares somewhere to shoot small products on) thank you! submitted by /u/bowie9191

Ask Photography 1.2k 2024-02-17

Software to add sky/backgrounds?

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Software to add sky/backgrounds? Hey. As a personal hobby I take photos of my model railway on my iPhone. My photos leave a lot to be desired in terms of framing etc but one big thing is the backdrop – it’s either wall or the rest of my room. Is there a relatively inexpensive software that would let me try adding sky or a distant backdrop onto a photo I’ve taken on my phone? T…

Ask Photography 506 2024-01-14

Google is testing AI-generated Meet video backgrounds

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Google is testing AI-generated Meet video backgrounds Illustration: The VergeI am not big on blurring out or replacing my office background with premade images, but then again, I’m fortunate enough to have a small environment I’m completely in control of at my disposal, and I want people to see the Doctor Zhivago DVD on the shelf behind me. I could, however, see myself using the new AI-generated ba…

The Verge 267 2023-07-19