If You Could Only Own One Background, What Color Should It Be? - Gray Backdrop Versatility Explained

Опубликовано: 28 Октябрь 2024
на канале: John Gress

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If you could only own one background, what color should it be? In this video, I will show you why a gray backdrop is the most versatile background for photography. I’ll break down five different lighting setups that bring out the full potential of a gray backdrop, making it the perfect choice for portrait photography, fashion shoots, and model photography.

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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:08 Why Gray Backgrounds Are Versatile
01:04 Full Body Shots with Gray Background
02:30 Changing the Backdrop to Blue
04:00 Creating a Gradient with Gray
06:00 Film Noir Lighting with Gray Background
07:15 Gray Background to Black
08:40 Turning Gray Background White
09:50 Bonus Tips for Highlighting Eye Color

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