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2005-12-15, 12:18pm
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Seeker of Beauty
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Bead Photography Kit
Hi There,
I ran across this photography kit for beads on eBay ($275) and their web site ($299).
I was wondering if anyone has purchased this little item and if it is worth the money. It certainly looks like a stellar package Since it is winter here, I need a way to get great pictures without being able to go outside and take them.
http://store.tabletopstudio-store.com/bephkit.html
Have a great day,
Lloyd
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2005-12-15, 12:45pm
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Hi Lloyd...
I had the same problem (only the hot weather of AZ in the summer was the reason) so I did break down and buy the setup...It arrived quickly and when one bulb in a lamp didn't work, they sent me a replacement immediately. My pictures improved dramatically with the lights and the tent (I use the light panel on some things not on others...) I know there have been threads here about other options that people have put together themselves, but I know with my time constraints, I would not have done it myself and been happy. This had everything I needed (except for more TIME).
Lisa
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2005-12-15, 1:27pm
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Drawn to the Flame
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Hi Lloyd,
Look at the photo studio in a box kit at ritzcamera.com
it is only $100 and I have taken great pics with it!
Love,
Teresa
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2005-12-15, 6:49pm
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Maria B @ Indone6ix
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I bought mine separately to save money. Light cube and 2 light stands are from Amvona by bidding, got them quite cheap, and their stuff are awesome and high quality. My photoflood's reflectors & cordsets are from Smith-Victor and the daylight bulbs are from Tabletop Studio.
I also tried Cloud Dome before, but I sold the whole set because I find it inconvenience (I had to lift the dome all the time to fix the jewels under it).
Hope this helps!
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2005-12-15, 7:38pm
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ManBearPig
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I made my tent for $20. Anyone that wants the plans, let me know...
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2005-12-16, 11:58am
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A True Woofer
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I bought the whole kit n' kaboodle from Table Top Studios. I love it. I think my photos come out great now. And I'm not the kind of person with the patience to do it myself. And I tried the rubbermaid tub with the autoshop clip-on lights prior to buying the professional kit and the difference is night and day. Here's a sample pic. I did buy a background piece of paper that is gradiated from white to black. I think it rocks.
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2005-12-16, 12:57pm
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Maria B @ Indone6ix
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Hi guys, just want to share more info, I found this set, its pretty cheap considering its got Smith-Victor photoflood kit, and its a complete set, perfect for bead and jewels maker: Cheap & Great Set
take care!
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2005-12-16, 6:26pm
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I just got my "photo studio in a box" from Amazon for 72.00 free shipping. It's great and has everything you need.
Edie
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2005-12-19, 9:46am
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Photo Tent Size?
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Originally Posted by Starrr
I just got my "photo studio in a box" from Amazon for 72.00 free shipping. It's great and has everything you need.
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Starr,
I'm looking seriously at this package since it much closer to my budget. While I will probably add some items from the more expensive kit down the road, this looks like a good setup.
Can you give me the dimensions of the light box? It does not seem to list them on Amazon.
Also, How did you get it for $72? I'm seeing it for $99, which is still a good deal.
Thanks,
Lloyd
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2005-12-20, 6:52am
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Just for reference, I made this one for $20 ($35 with the lights) and it's virtually the same thing as the one on Amazon, only larger.
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2005-12-20, 7:45am
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Chad,
Wow, that is really cool. I wouldn't even think about making something like that. Where did you get the diffusing cloth/bag?
I guess I should be more adventurous, but I've had a number of projects that I've attempted just kind of blow up in my face.
While I have not problem making beads and artsy items, when it comes to practical stuff like this, it just doesn't come out.
I was able to find the Photo Studio In A Box at a local Ritz camera and bought it last night.
Unfortunately, with my last minute Christmas stuff and a trip to the gym, I didn't get a chance to play with it yet.
Take Care and Happy Holidays,
Lloyd
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2005-12-20, 8:55am
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ManBearPig
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The fabric is rip-stop nylon that you can get at most any fabric store. It's the same thing people make those flags out of that you see hanging in front of houses.
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2005-12-20, 9:45am
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Chad,
Thanks for the info. I will have to keep this set up in mind for future if I need to a larger tent or another type of diffuser.
Thanks again,
Lloyd
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2005-12-21, 9:58pm
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Thank You!
Hi All,
Thanks to everyone who submitted suggestions and information in this thread. The Photo Studio-In-A-Box looks like a big improvement over my other indoor lighting setup I used last winter.
Here's a few pics of beads that I took using the diffuser and lights. I need to adjust the camera a bit to get the exposure right (I adjusted the color in Fireworks to correct it a bit), but overall the beads look pretty cool.
Let me know what you think.
Thanks,
Lloyd
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2005-12-22, 9:59pm
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Lloyd, sorry I didn't get back before you bought the photo studio in a box. Your beads look good, but the shadow in the second pic is a bit dark, are you directing the light infront, or behind the bead?
Edie
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2005-12-23, 7:18am
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Starrr
Lloyd, sorry I didn't get back before you bought the photo studio in a box. Your beads look good, but the shadow in the second pic is a bit dark, are you directing the light infront, or behind the bead?
Edie
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Well, I'm kind of experimenting at this point. I haven't really been able to come up with a consistent lighting scheme.
I've tried lights to the side, bounding off the top of dome and from behind and front simultaneously.
I'm also playing with a lot of camera settings to determine the best way to do it.
All of the pictures I took last night turned out to be crap. I'm getting really grainy pictures, but I didn't have any problems the first time I used it on the beads above.
Any suggestions would be most helpful.
Thanks,
Lloyd
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