One fine day I got bored so started to do some slow shutter shoooting for my diecast models using those "light trails" technique.
Here are the gears I used : -
-Canon EOS 1000D with standard kit lens
-Tripod
-Torch light
- Black mounting board
- lucky 1/18 diecast models.
Post-processed software used :
Ps
Tutorial;
1. I started using F14 with a shutter of 10-6 sec's. You start off by trying a smaller aperture, say 3.5 and an ISO of 100/200. If your not satisfied with the sharpness of the model, increase the F-stop. Do remember when you increase F-stop you also need to increase your shutter due to the small aperture. Keep the ISO at 100/200.
Lesser light gets into the camera with a small F- number. ALWAYS USE A TRIPOD !!
2. Get a black mounting board or black.dark blue velvet for the base depending on the model colour. Some cars have better contrast with a white base. View some pics I've shot below to help you choose.
3. Set your camera on a tripod and make sure it's steady. Your will need to use manual (M) mode and manual focusing for your DSLR for this shot. Therefore, focus the camera to the model in a lit condition first, once its focused and you're satisfied with the sharpness, turn off the AF. Try avoiding from hitting or moving the camera at this point. Set the self timer for the camera so that you don't cause any shake to the camera.
4. Now you are ready to start painting!. Get a torch light. LED is preferred. Now, put your camera on self timer just to give you enough time to get in front of the camera. You can start by hovering your torch above the car (painting it) or make nice moving patterns.
This technique is best for making teasers of your diecasts! Just move the light in ONE direction. You can see the "white" lines on the car thats the torch light
Some example pics of mine,
You can also try doing some patterns styles as the background, in example:-
You will require to be in this position to do the above effect, steps 3 applies.
move your hand at whatever styles you like to create the desired effect. You can google for some idea's.
This is a picture of mine using both the effect styles. Merged 2 pictures due to having only 1 torch light
Happy Painting!
Here are the gears I used : -
-Canon EOS 1000D with standard kit lens
-Tripod
-Torch light
- Black mounting board
- lucky 1/18 diecast models.
Post-processed software used :
Ps
Tutorial;
1. I started using F14 with a shutter of 10-6 sec's. You start off by trying a smaller aperture, say 3.5 and an ISO of 100/200. If your not satisfied with the sharpness of the model, increase the F-stop. Do remember when you increase F-stop you also need to increase your shutter due to the small aperture. Keep the ISO at 100/200.
Lesser light gets into the camera with a small F- number. ALWAYS USE A TRIPOD !!
2. Get a black mounting board or black.dark blue velvet for the base depending on the model colour. Some cars have better contrast with a white base. View some pics I've shot below to help you choose.
3. Set your camera on a tripod and make sure it's steady. Your will need to use manual (M) mode and manual focusing for your DSLR for this shot. Therefore, focus the camera to the model in a lit condition first, once its focused and you're satisfied with the sharpness, turn off the AF. Try avoiding from hitting or moving the camera at this point. Set the self timer for the camera so that you don't cause any shake to the camera.
4. Now you are ready to start painting!. Get a torch light. LED is preferred. Now, put your camera on self timer just to give you enough time to get in front of the camera. You can start by hovering your torch above the car (painting it) or make nice moving patterns.
This technique is best for making teasers of your diecasts! Just move the light in ONE direction. You can see the "white" lines on the car thats the torch light
Some example pics of mine,
You can also try doing some patterns styles as the background, in example:-
You will require to be in this position to do the above effect, steps 3 applies.
move your hand at whatever styles you like to create the desired effect. You can google for some idea's.
This is a picture of mine using both the effect styles. Merged 2 pictures due to having only 1 torch light
Happy Painting!