Homemade studio photography

Make your own light studio using tracing paper, foam board and a roll of white paper. Easily folds away for flat storage. Plus, how to get natural light with lamps.

A soft box is a must if you want to take nice subject photos without relying on fickle natural light. They soften shadows and provide a soft even light. They can hide blemishes and generally make things look more appealing. The different between a soft light and regular lamps is the difference between these two un-retouched photos.

House tours and house calls — where we get to see inside real homes — are the heart of Apartment Therapy. We’re honored when you choose to share your personal space with us (and readers!). It’s not only inspiring, but plenty of smart lessons on storage, organizing, and small-space decorating can be found within these real homes. First, the difference between a house call and house tour: They’re both glimpses into inspiring real homes.

Explore Bob Ainsworth Photography's 101 photos on Flickr!

Here are 12 helpful tips for how to do product photography at home. They will help you take your own product photos to entice consumers! You'll see you don't need much to start DIY product photography.