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Home Studio but with a window to the right side, causing issues. (alien.top)
submitted 1 year ago by newdadnewbod@alien.top to c/photography@viewfinder.pro
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Hello, I am a newbie when it comes to a home studio for backdrop photography. I have mainly only done outdoor photography but decided that now with kids, it would be a good time to setup some seasonal backdrops and take family photos inside. The issue is, we are tight on space and the only place that is suitable in our place is right next to a large window and also a full size window sliding door to the right side. Unless I wait until it is dark outside, there is natural light coming from the window. I could block all the light from these windows but it is a pain. Are there any techniques to block or reflect the light coming in?

Again, I am new to this so sorry for the potential ignorance. So far I just have the backdrops and some softbox lighting coming soon. What else exactly do I need to fully set this up for nice warm family photos? Thanks!

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[–] Fr41nk@alien.top 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Is the doorwall on a sunward side of the house?

[–] newdadnewbod@alien.top 1 points 1 year ago

after 2pm its shaded so not direct light

[–] Teams11b@alien.top 1 points 1 year ago

Blackout curtains.

[–] aprilayer@alien.top 1 points 1 year ago

Mini blinds are not an option? I have them on sliding doors here and they help with privacy in addition to your needed function. Otherwise, you need a course in lighting along with suitable strobes. Ambient is easily killed if you know what you’re doing.