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Sometimes when you need a low cost way to create photographs, you need to look no further than your own home.  With the things you can find around the house, you could find a new subject matter or create a new effect without spending lots of money.

Here are 5 ideas that you can try.

1.    Using fabric with lights

Whether you are using studio lights or natural light, it’s quite easy to create interesting patterns in your photographs.  Fabric which is interesting, for example, has an unusual pattern or weave can be placed over a light to create a shadow.  This looks especially good in black and white moody portraits, where the shapes are thrown onto the models face or body.
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When you are a new photographer looking for work, the idea of marketing may seem extremely daunting – yet in this day and age you can’t rely on people just finding you – you need to put yourself out there.

Say you have had your training and feel confident enough to find clients, you have a strong portfolio in your chosen genre and feel ready to find work – but you don’t know how and have little money for it.  Here are some quick ideas to get your name heard.

1. Get yourself online
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Some photographers may not have the budget to spend on large amounts of materials but the fact is, you can get new ideas in all kinds of free and cost effective ways.  Here are some ideas for photographers who want to save money (and who doesn’t) but want to get inspired.

These are some things you can do by getting out and about.

1. Go to the library

There are lots of photography books out there for you to investigate but to look at them for free go to your local library.  Look for instructional books but also look for books from famous photographers as these can be a fantastic source of inspiration.  Even if the books seem quite old, they can offer you a new idea or insight.
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Photography doesn’t have to cost a fortune if you are shrewd and think of ways to create a great shot.  As a photographer, it’s always useful to have some low cost ideas so that you can take pictures when you are feeling creative.

Here are some ideas that you can try without leaving your home.  Think of everything you own as a potentially photogenic object!  It’s all about how you decide to model it!

1. Make a home studio

A home studio is extremely easy to create at home – all you need is a window, some daylight, and something to use as a background.  It can be white paper, a white sheet (or any color you want) or card.

You can even use patterned fabric or a throw – anything that works with the image you are trying to achieve.  A simple item usually can work on a patterned or bold background and something complex may look better on a plain background.
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So you’ve gotten yourself a spiffy new camera, and you’ve been out taking some shots and getting more and more into it. Suddenly you realize that your little 512 mb card that came with the camera just isn’t going to cut it anymore. Where should you go to get the best price on something like this? Or perhaps you’re looking to add to your lens collection, or are in the market for a tripod but are working on a rather tight budget?

Have no fear, as usual, the internet is here! You could always go down to your local camera store and see what they have in stock, but if you’re looking for the BEST deals on gear, and you don’t mind used equipment you have lots of other places to choose from. Mind you, a lot of the time there are no warranties and other such things that can give you a lot of peace of mind when making purchases, but that’s how you get deals right? Read the rest of this entry »