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My budget is far from unlimited, but I've had quite a few years to build up my kit and I do try to play with things that will have positive benefits to my creativity. Over time, I've gradually built up my collection of pro lenses to include the trinity (14-24, 24-70, 70-200 f/2.8), plus a couple of use-specific outliers (105mm f/2.8 macro, 10.5mm f/2,8 fisheye, 50mm f/1.4) that are used for specific things, which I'll detail below. I've also invested in some studio lighting gear, as well as battery packs, light modifiers, and smaller flashes for remote work. Finally, there are general accessories.

Lenses:

• The lens trinity is fairly straightforward in intended use, but it's worth mentioning that the 14-24 has some specific uses that aren't as common. They include astrophotography, shooting from inside tight spaces (ovens, refrigerators, vehicles, etc.), and getting more interesting shots of performers when close-up. All of these lenses make lens selection something I don't have to think about much (outside of specific scenarios) because I know they're all built like tanks, work reasonably well in bad weather, and all perform in low light.
  
• The 105mm f/2.8 macro was originally intended for "fun" macro projects and tiny creatures, but I've found it makes an incredible portrait lens, and is also great for product photography. Add a 2X teleconverter or some extension tubes for even greater magnification.
  
• The 10.5mm fisheye was my first foray into ultra-wide lenses, but I still use it occasionally for exaggerating perspective or to add a specific feel to my images.
  
• I don't use the 50mm f/1.4 for normal photography so much any more, but it is very useful with my Light Blaster, which I'll detail later.
  
  Strobes, flashes, and light modifiers:
  
  
• I own 5 AlienBees B1600 strobes, along with a collection of softboxes, octaboxes, grids, gels, and related accessories. Their uses are obvious in the studio, though I wish I'd purchased a few lower-output units to make light control easier without having to resort to ND gels now and then.
  
• I own 3-4 SB-900 flashes, which are great for event photography or on-the-fly setup shots of products, portraits, or macro. Again, their usefulness is probably obvious.
  
• The studio strobes also go with me into the field with a couple of Paul C. Buff Vagabond Lithium Extreme battery packs. I can't tell you how many things have been made possible by these. $400 buys a lot of freedom when you don't have to worry about power. (It's a bit more if you invest in 2+ of these, plus extra batteries, but one will suffice for many things.)
  
• Real softboxes are wonderful, and Paul C. Buff softboxes are ridiculously easy to setup and tear down due to their self-contained speeding and collapsible structure. Their octaboxes and strip boxes offer the same ease of use. Dealing with the older "speed" rings is an annoyance I'm glad to say is behind me.
  
• Grids make light control easy: just pop them into a reflector and point them where you want them. Great for creating strong edge lighting, kickers, backdrops halos, hair lighting, or lighting specific areas or objects, such as fabric on a fan behind your subject.
  
• The Westcott Micro Apollo one of the best light modifiers I've found for live events. It's also great for macro work using smaller flashes when placed close to the subject.
  
  Other accessories:
  
  
• The Light Blaster is probably one of the last-known, most-fun accessories $70 can buy. Add another $40-$100 in slides and masks and you have all sorts of options for adding some pizazz to live events (project onto the walls in the background), portraits (backgrounds, projecting onto the subject, etc.), and more. It pairs best with super-fast lenses like the 50mm f/1.4mm I mentioned earlier.
  
• I bought a Paul C. Buff LiteMod, and hacked together a method of attaching the Light Blaster to my studio strobes, making the output many times brighter. (1/8" melamine, foam, and gaffers tape to the rescue!). It's a cheaper solution than the one offered by Light Blaster, and doesn't let light spill all over the place.
  
• Generic spring clamps - again, you can never have too many.
  
• Knock-off triple-backdrop rollers make switching out backdrops simple and easy. I have three sets, which allows 53" and 107" paper or fabric to be up simultaneously, and to utilize multiple walls to I don't have to swap out colors or patterns as frequently.
  
• Super Clamps, with stud and flat-edge clamp options - you can never have too many. These allow me to clamp backdrop rollers to heavy-duty light stands and shoot headshots and portrait sessions at client locations, while still retaining the ability to quickly swap out backdrop colors.
  
• C-stands and regular light stands: another "can't have too many" item. A C-stand goes great with a boom arm, allowing me to place a light almost anywhere above, below, or around a subject. And don't forget the sandbags!
  
• I use a BlackRapid Yeti camera strap because carrying heavy gear is a lot easier on the shoulder than on the neck. It also allows for easy carrying of two camera bodies simultaneously, but switching to a single body is easy. I also use a FastenR Tripod accessory to be able to use RC2 tripod plates instead of the normal BlackRapid FastenR attachment.
  
• Color correction is important and saves a lot of time in post-production. I use the X-Rite i1 Display Pro and ColorChecker Passport Bundle.
  
  Let me know if you have any questions. I'll post some sample shots I've taken using each of these if there's interest.

Hey friend! I'm a relatively new streamer too and I can tell you all the things that I have found that I wanted and reasoning behind them. Sorry for formatting, I'm on mobile.

First things first, I got a nice webcam like this. The better quality your camera, the more genuine your interactions with chat become. Plus, you can eventually add a green-screen later if thata something he's interested in.

On that topic, Elgato sells a green-screen that is super easy to set up and tear down that's a little pricey, but it can be worth it. I've seen people use this for all sorts of things. One guy I know, if he died in PUBG, he would switch scenes to one where his face is on a flip phone, and it would appear like his team that he was spectating was holding it, video chatting with him. Real cute haha.

If you're planning on getting him a headset, I ALWAYS suggest getting a USB headset, not one with an auxiliary plug. This reduces static noise and allows for surround sound transmission if the headset is surround-sound enabled.

Now, I'm not a big fan of the boom mic setup for a couple reasons, but here's a few reasons why I think people have bought them:

1. They have a higher frequency response range, which means it will pick up higher and lower frequencies than your headset mic may. This makes the audio feel more powerful clearer.
   
   
2. They make it easier to reduce background noise when gaming. If he has a mechanical keyboard that is very click, these mics are usually good at reducing the chance of picking that sound up.
   
   Here's my reasoning why I don't like boom mics:
   
   
3. I have to wear a headset anyway. My headset is a Logitech 633 (or 933 idk) Artemis and it has a mic built in already that's decent enough. I don't think the improvement from my headset mic to a boom mics would be worth the investment because the improvement would be relatively small.
   
   
4. The boom and mic can reduce your freedom of movement. If you want to use the mic to reduce background noise and everything like that, you'll need to put it very close to the mouth and create a noise gate. If you do this, there's very little room for movement because you have a giant mic arm in front of you, but with a headset, it's more free.
   
   I can't really say anything about the stream deck, but I've heard both good and bad things about it. I know a lot of big name streamers use it.
   
   An interesting idea would be to give him codes to giveaway on stream. You can buy codes for online currency for Xbox, PS4, or individual games on Amazon, and then he can run giveaways and give them to his viewers.
   
   Finally, there's some program Twitch made called Twitch Affiliate which allows people to start earning money through Twitch after accumulating a certain amount of viewers and followers. After meeting all the requirements to join this program, you get access to having you're own emotes (3 to start, more if you become a Twitch Partner which is way harder to do), accepting donations, subscriptions, and subscriber badges. If you think he has an idea of what he would want for emotes and sub badges, you can always find someone to make him some as a gift.
   
   I'm so sorry that I just typed so much but if you have any questions feel free to let me know!
   
   TL;DR: consider good webcam, green-screen, maybe stream deck, I have certain negative feelings against boom mics, you could buy codes for giveaways, and maybe even commission some emotes/sub badges for him

As most people here have mentioned, paper is going to be the easiest to deal with for solid colors. The best thing about paper is that if you scuff, crinkle, or tear it, you just cut off that section and unroll it some more. It's cheap enough to not worry about, and super-easy to work with. No cleaning (like vinyl), and no worrying about permanent footprints. A 36-foot roll of paper in most colors will run you about $40 for 53" or $60 for 107" width. You mentioned groups, so I'd recommend a 107" roll to avoid running out of room. 53" is really just for individuals, groups, and pets or products. Here are a few other things to consider:

Are you always shooting at home, or does your backdrop need to be mobile?

I have two sets of triple-rollers set up in my studio. They can be found for around $70 on Amazon, and can be wall-mounted or ceiling-mounted. Each set lets me mount 3 different rolls, and I have one set for 53" rolls and one for 107" rolls. If I want to switch colors, I just pull on the chain to raise one and lower another. To swap out a color, it only takes a couple of minutes.

For mobile situations, get yourself a backdrop crossbar and a pair of light stands. If you only use them once in a while, you can again find them on Amazon for around $40. But if you plan to use them consistently, I'd recommend getting something sturdier. Westcott makes a really nice 13-foot stand for around $80 each (you'll need two), and their crossbar is around $90, though some cheaper crossbars can be found for roughly half that. You can spend less on a smaller stand, but I wouldn't recommend it; anything smaller or cheaper loses a lot of stability. These stands will last you forever, are still cheap enough to not worry about it too much, and are fully usable as actual light stands in case you decide to start working with off-camera lighting later.

Safety

I'd also recommend 2-3 sandbags for each stand to reduce the risk of someone kicking them over. We live in a litigious country; don't get sued. You can buy empty sandbags pretty cheap (about $20 for 4 on Amazon) and then fill them with $5, 50-lb bags of playground sand from your local hardware store.

How are you using your backdrop?

For either of these scenarios, you'll need some way to keep the background down, as it tends to curl. Your local hardware store carries simple spring clamps for about a buck apiece, and 3-4 of those at each corner and in the middle will keep things stable. I'd recommend picking up a few extras as they're crazy-cheap, and great for keeping your backdrop from unrolling if you aren't using a roller system with resistance.

If you're looking for something seamless, you should also consider a roll of gaffers tape (or blue painter's tape, if you're trying to save money) to keep your paper on the floor, in case you want to create a sweep. In case you aren't familiar with this term, a sweep is where the background makes a rounded, 90-degree turn at the floor, resulting in a seamless background with no "corner". It's how you get those images where your subject is isolated against a background.

What it'll cost you, total

All-told, your total cost for this setup (doing it "right") is going to run you about $300 for your supports (including clamps, tape, sandbags, etc.), or about $100 if you go with the wall/ceiling mount. Paper rolls aren't included in this. This is about as cheap as it gets to do it "right", unless you're looking at an entirely DIY solution... at which point the price can drop to 1/10th of that.

Alternatives to paper rolls

If you're looking for more interesting backgrounds, you have three main options:

• dyed muslins
  
• printed/painted muslins or vinyl
  
• gelled lighting on white paper with a spare flash
  
  Dyed muslins will start at about $40-60 and look like these. Printed or painted ones (muslin fabric or vinyl start at $60-100 and go up from there. But if you have a spare flash, you can pick up the Rosco Strobist Collection of gels on Amazon for between $10 and $20, and then have any color background you want, with a nice, smooth gradient. You can toss it on a backward-pointing light stand behind your subjects, or backlight the backdrop from behind. Note that your camera and flash will need to support wireless triggering to do this, or you'll need some radio triggers.
  
  What you get out of your setup depends on what you put into it
  
  You can do some really interesting things with just a simple white backdrop. The biggest factor is going to be how much time you put into learning how to use it. Here's a post to get you started. Note that this article also has a link at the end to a second article about how to create interesting backgrounds using random objects in front of the flash. Definitely a good read.
  
  Good luck! :-)

Get yourself a box resizer and a good razor knife. Sometimes a half an ounce or less can make the difference between $5 shipping and $7+, and you will also save packaging material by not having to stuff half of a box with packing paper or bubble wrap.

Box Resizer tool On Amazon $16.99 - Free Shipping

DONT BUY BUBBLE WRAP LOCALLY AT THE STORE. GET IT ON AMAZON.

I almost never pay more than $27 for 700ft of bubblewrap. I used to spend more than that on 250ft when I was buying it at Lowe's or Staples.

Bubblewrap on Amazon for $25.88 with free shipping

Keep an eye out for something like this at thrift stores, you can find them ALL THE TIME, usually for around $5 - $7, and they are GREAT for mounting your rolls of bubble wrap on to save space and make dispensing it easy.

Clothes rack with bar

For taking photos, I use something like this setup. I place the backdrop stand behind a dresser and drape the fabric backdrop over the top of it and tuck it into my top drawer for a seamless background that I can also lean items against since it's tucked in.

Backdrop + Stand Kit $36.90 on Amazon. Free Shipping

Photography Lighting Kit $52.10 On Amazon - Free Shipping

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Camera and Support

• [Sony HXR-NX100 HD camcorder with a 12x power zoom - $1699] (http://www.amazon.com/dp/B017C05SZ2/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=battleforthew-20) This camera has a 1" sensor - much larger than traditional camcorders. And, unlike your DSLR, it has pro XLR mic inputs and can record continuously for hours (DSLRs are limited to 12-30 minutes of continuous recording). It also has built-in ND filters to maintain shallow depth of field in outdoor settings.
  
  
• [Ravelli AVTP Professional tripod - $159.69] (http://www.amazon.com/Ravelli-AVTP-Professional-Camera-Tripod/dp/B00139W0XM/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&keywords=Ravelli%20AVTP%20Professional&qid=1465495773&ref_=sr_1_1&s=photo&sr=1-1&linkCode=ll1&tag=battleforthew-20) This is a solid tripod and its 27 lb. max payload will give you lots of room for growth. I have put a lot of miles on my AVTP Professional over the last four years and it is still going strong.
  
  Audio
  
  
• [Audio Technica AT-875r pro XLR shotgun mic - $169] (http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-AT875R-Gradient-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B000BQ79W0/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=battleforthew-20) Best value for money ENG/EFP shotgun mic. Phantom powered - balanced XLR output.
  
  
• [2 x $204.50 Rode Lavaliers] (http://www.amazon.com/Rode-LAVALIER-Condenser-Microphone-Omni/dp/B003Z8OUUA/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=battleforthew-20) with [2 x $27.99 MiCON 5 adapters] (http://www.amazon.com/Rode-MiCon-5-Connector-3-pin-Devices/dp/B005Y0VS5M/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=battleforthew-20) For sit down interviews.
  
  
• [Hosa XFF-1015 right angle XLR cable - $9.75] (http://www.amazon.com/Hosa-Right-Angle-Cable-XFF-101-5/dp/B001L9AVXU/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=battleforthew-20) I use one of these to plug camera mounted mics into XLR camcorders. The right angle jack is very useful, as seen [here with the Hosa connecting my Audio Technica AT835b to a JVC LS300 camcorder] (https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipMxiN3k_diZbThKiUvG_2IIb-g9qgp5ORUkvEIOh9RpniL2srufxS1nus-_F2dPiA/photo/AF1QipMkk3M3BuoEb6HMOf7sCXlcLt7ReHN2IQaRaokQ?key=aUtSYW1PQ1BacEZEU0ZfOVo4UUlpaXVTZWl2R3Jn).
  
  
• [Senal SMH-1000 Closed-Back Professional Monitor Headphones - $69.95] (http://www.amazon.com/Senal-SMH-1000-Closed-Back-Professional-Headphones/dp/B00ASWZO6U/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=battleforthew-20) Sony MDR 7506 clones - but with [detachable/replaceable cables] (https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=as_li_ss_tl?url=search-alias%3Delectronics&field-keywords=SMH-1000+replacement+cable&rh=n%3A172282%2Ck%3ASMH-1000+replacement+cable&linkCode=ll2&tag=battleforthew-20) so you don't have to buy new headphones when the students break them.
  
  Lighting
  
  
• [ILED 576 Dimmable Daylight LED Video Panel 3-Light Kit with barndoors, AC adapters and NPF Battery Plates - $459.90] (http://www.amazon.com/Dimmable-Daylight-3-Light-Battery-Plates/dp/B01A8CLJ2M/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=battleforthew-20) Since you're starting out in the studio, you can use AC power. Later, you can buy Sony NP-F batteries and chargers and take these lights into the field.
  
  
• [3 x used Steve Kaeser light stands - $42.88] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B00P1OEGVY/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&condition=used&linkCode=ll2&tag=battleforthew-20) High quality used stands are better than buying Neewer, Cowboy Studio or some other cheap brand new.
  
  This package should come in right at $3000 and give your students a good foundation in video and audio production.
  
  Hope this is helpful and best of luck with your grant application!
  

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01I09WHLW x 2 - Speedlights - $56

https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-Wireless-Speedlite-Receiver-Universal/dp/B00A47U22U - Wireless Trigger - $19

https://www.amazon.com/CowboyStudio-Photography-Light-Stands-Cases/dp/B001WB02Z4 - Light Stands - $29

https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-Professional-Universal-Speedlite-Umbrella/dp/B00JJJR7PY - x2 - Cold Shoe - $22

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0132I34K4 - Octobox - $23

https://www.amazon.com/Fotodiox-Premium-Shoot-Through-Translucent-Umbrella/dp/B005ODKMOC - Shoot though umbrella - $14

https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-43-inch-Collapsible-Multi-Disc-Reflector/dp/B002ZIMEMW - 5 in 1 reflector - $20

That brings you for a full starting light setup that can be used for headshots and starting boudoir for $183. And you even have flexablity in there to use a 1 light setup with reflector or use 2 lights. You would want a few sandbags to keep the gear stable, but I am not including those in the price.

Now for a background setup

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00E6GRHBO/ref=psdc_3444601_t1_B00MTF6ZVC

Is a good basic stand but hard to fit under your budget with the above lighting gear.

https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-Studio-Collapsible-Backdrop-1-8x2-8m/dp/B00UWL02PU is also an okay starting backdrop, Grey can be turned into white or black. I will warn you that you will need a fabric steamer to get the lines out, but that is pretty much the same however you go with cloth. Another more expensive choice is to go with seamless paper, I love working with paper, but it is an ongoing expense to use it.

Now if you are going to make this her studio all the time, they make http://www.homedepot.com/p/EUCATILE-32-sq-ft-96-in-x-48-in-Hardboard-Thrifty-White-Tile-Board-HDDPTW48/205995949 that you can use to make a great background. Or to me the better option if you are going to use a room as a full time studio, paint the walls, put down hardwood or laminate, and you have a great studio setup.

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Not a super cheap alternative but I think this should be a great solution for a non permanent low profile install.

Impact Deluxe Varipole Support System - Black (Pair)
http://www.amazon.com/Impact-Deluxe-Varipole-Support-System/dp/B008OM1FZU?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00

SUPON New Camera Super Clamp Tripod for Holding LCD Monitor/DSLR Cam
http://www.amazon.com/SUPON-Camera-Tripod-Holding-Monitor/dp/B00PICAE4C?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s01

$200 bucks is certainly pricy but these look great and should be super versatile.

	

	

	

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Hi all! My mother-in-law is a recreational photagrapher and LOVES to take pictures of friends and family. She told me a few months ago that she wants to receive a photo back drop as a gift. She does not have a stand or any other equipment. So I have 3 question:

1. Is this a good stand set? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MTF6ZVC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_VRw.BbRVFBPBB
   
   
2. Will I need other equipment to make this a successful gift (besides actual back drop)?
   
   
3. What type of background would be desirable as far as print?
   
   I picked out a few backdrops that I think she might like that I can afford and would love some feedback! One is a basic "school photo" backdrop, one looks like vertical, raw barn wood slats, and one looks like white horizontal boards with a floor at the bottom.
   
   She prefers outdoor photagraphy and likes a more rustic feel when decorating her home. I would lovingly describe her as a 'glamping nascar princess.'
   
   Thanks so much for reading and for your responses!
   

I feel bad because the things were more expensive than I remember.

Here is the green screen $17.99

and here is the stand $34.99

The green screen requires some kind of stand. Its kind of a massive screen, but I was able to fold it around to fit the size I need and I use it for photography as well. For the stand I didn't even fold the legs out. I just propped them against the wall and used a little sticky tack. If you have more time than money you could get some pvc pipe and make a similar stand for probably less, but I liked this one because it is pretty nice and it is adjustable.

The lamp you linked is not it exactly, but seems like the updated version of what I have. The most important thing is just having the right amount of lumens for the distance away from you. There are conversion charts for when they only give the wattage of the lamp. The lamps I have don't have any temperature control, but I think you can do that on the OBS side. They are just natural white as far as I can tell.

If you're not going to be doing an equipment take down every day then I would go with something like what I have, but if you have to do clean up then a collapsable screen might be worth the extra money.

White or black foam core boards from craft stores can be used as reflectors or backgrounds. Good when shooting one light and just need some fill without much fuss. Easy to hold at different angles to find the best look too instead of moving a light around a lot.

Ratcheting hand clamps are great for holding wood boards, backdrops, props, anything that needs to be stable but the clamp won't be in the way of the shot. Can be had at hardware store.

In the same idea spring clamps are great for holding foam core and reflectors or anything else as well.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KFW2TJS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_hyWwDbWYCPAH6

When working with highly glossy and reflective materials wear disposable gloves. You may not see the fingerprints but the camera damn sure will. Learned the hard way when a client handled a bunch of dinnerware sets after using hand lotion.

For editing, batch editing in LR of course but also save Photoshop actions you use a lot. Don't do the same thing 50 times, let the computer do it.

Stick your hand in front of a shot if you need a quick reminder the next shot is different or you changed something. It's better to shoot a note but not always necessary.

More expensive gear often increases convenience but not necessarily quality. Speedlights and foam boards can do the job if you need it to. Clients don't know or care as long as the results are there.

Not a super cheap alternative but I they look great and range f on 6-12 feet.

Impact Deluxe Varipole Support System - Black (Pair)

http://www.amazon.com/Impact-Deluxe-Varipole-Support-System/dp/B008OM1FZU?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00


SUPON New Camera Super Clamp Tripod for Holding LCD Monitor/DSLR Cam

http://www.amazon.com/SUPON-Camera-Tripod-Holding-Monitor/dp/B00PICAE4C?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s01
$200 bucks is certainly pricy but these look great and should be very versatile.

Yes - We set up the sparkly backdrop and bought TONS of fun props at the dollar store and online. Big hits were inflatables (inflatable pickle, inflatable flamingoes), glow necklaces and LED batons, and the Mexican luchador wrestling masks. We put a big sign on an easel with our hashtag to encourage people to share their photos and videos. I rented two super bright LED lights from my photographer so that the area was really well lit for quality pics. We paid for a 2nd shooter as part of our photography package and she was basically stationed there from after dinner through the end of the contract taking pictures of guests at the station, in addition to guests taking their own pictures with their phone.

Here's the backdrop frame I bought from Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072BCNRTY/ref=sxts_kp_bs_1?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=8778bc68-27e7-403f-8460-de48b6e788fb&pd_rd_wg=zySdW&pf_rd_r=Y65QGMR8EF2PC6J56FV6&pf_rd_s=desktop-sx-top-slot&pf_rd_t=301&pd_rd_i=B072BCNRTY&pd_rd_w=ICthz&pf_rd_i=photo+backdrop+frame&pd_rd_r=ce238929-391a-45ca-bec2-14844bc4c535&ie=UTF8&qid=1540929096&sr=1

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The silver sparkly backdrop was from Etsy - https://www.etsy.com/listing/263963777/sequin-photo-backdrop-sequence-wedding?ref=shop_home_feat_1

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Nicholas Cage from was from Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Nicolas-Cage-Life-Size-Cutout-x/dp/B00WUN7FFI/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1540929167&sr=1-1&keywords=nicholas+cage+cardboard+cutout

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We also did cutout big heads on sticks of us (bride & groom), our cats, Guy Fieri, and George & Gil from Oh, Hello (Nick Kroll and John Mulaney) from Build-A-Head.com - they have groupons available for discounts!

GoPro. It's a great camera in addition to video and it's super convenient. Pair with your phone and go hard on creative angles.

Grab a tripod mount and a few ¼-20 bolts from the hardware store. Bolt those to the end of some PVC pipe with an end cap (and grab some PVC screw connectors for fast extensions) and put another on a cheap A-clamp (they're like a buck at Harbor Freight) to mount on anything you find (fences, door frames, anything).

The super wide angle perspective gets old if every photo is full ultra wide, so don't hesitate to crop in or change viewing modes or whatever.

You can edit with great filters and adjustments on Insta, Snapseed, VSCO, or my personal favorite, Pixlr. Three's plenty of resolution to edit on desktop with Lightroom/Photoshop or RawTherapee/Gimp (free Adobe alternatives).

Otherwise, any intro DSLR + a 50mm f/1.8 lens will rock for a long time.

If you want the camera to just see whatever product, and arms/hands, it will need to be as close to directly overhead as possible.

But since you only have one tripod at the moment, I might suggest trying to place the camera as directly over your daughters head as possible. Have her sit, and then position the tripod legs so that the camera can be just above and as much out in front of your daughters head as possible, so that she will basically be sitting under the tripod.

Please secure the tripod, because I was 15 once and the thing might probably get knocked over at one point.

A better solution for this particular angle you mention would be to get two stands and a crossbar, such as those made for holding photographic backgrounds.

Add to that a clamp with 1/4-20 mounting screw and you can safely attach the camera to the crossbar, have it overhead, and not worry so much about things being knocked over. This also get the camera out of the way should you want to setup a second camera for shooting a different angle.

Clamp: https://www.amazon.com/SmallRig-Ballhead-Multi-function-Adapter-Ronin-M/dp/B00DJ5XH4O/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1540209251&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=camera+mount+clamp&psc=1

There are better and worse options, and since I don't know which camera you have at the moment, here is a generic type of mount that could work for the situation.

The background stand:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072BCNRTY/ref=sxts_kp_bs_1?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=8778bc68-27e7-403f-8460-de48b6e788fb&pd_rd_wg=E8goB&pf_rd_r=JDNSYA2WH7VPFQXK5NWX&pf_rd_s=desktop-sx-top-slot&pf_rd_t=301&pd_rd_i=B072BCNRTY&pd_rd_w=ydei2&pf_rd_i=photo+background+stand&pd_rd_r=78d3d95b-dba0-4370-b6ec-4ba5c7cac38b&ie=UTF8&qid=1540209393&sr=1

This is something cheap that would get the job done, and with the clamp would allow you to position the camera over the table.

However, if the camera is larger than a basic mirrorless a6300, another solution might be in order.

Here is an overhead tripod that might support a bit more weight if you had a full size DSLR:
https://www.amazon.com/Portable-Magnesium-Aluminium-Overhead-Professional/dp/B073ZC46SL/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1540209508&sr=1-3&keywords=overhead+camera+tripod

The problem being it doesn't allow for great positioning, just like your current tripod.


Hope these ideas help.

Found this for pretty good price: http://www.amazon.com/Fancierstudio-Background-Backdrop-Support-System/dp/B004HR42LK

If you really want it to be white, maybe you could spray paint it.

I think anything free standing will likely have somewhat "ugly" legs on it because it will need good balance. If you want something like your drawing, I think your best bet is to just get some white PVC pipes and DIY it. It's close to the cheapest option as well.

Now, whenever you post the "correct" way of doing things, you expose yourself to further improvement comments, I'll be that guy:-)

That audio is night and day of course, but still very boomy and live on good speakers. In post, you could help that with cutting some of the lower frequency (High pass filter).

A better solution is to put something facing you that absorbs some of that audio. The cheapest / mobile solution would be hanging some cheap thick velour drape on a background kit. I use this all the time for interviews.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B07JMZH81W/ref=dp_olp_new_mbc?ie=UTF8&condition=new

https://www.amazon.com/Backdrop-Adjustable-Photography-Background-Support/dp/B07FY4TVKH/ref=sr_1_11?keywords=background+kit&qid=1565116795&s=gateway&sr=8-11

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For closer vlog type setups, you could look at this:

This is the one I picked up. - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003UOOTCS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Probably more than you need, but I've been thrilled with the value considering I use it for youtube videos, site commercials, and of course, now Twitch.

You could probably just get away with this - http://www.amazon.com/6x9-Chromakey-Backdrop-Background-Fancierstudio/dp/B001PCQTDO/ref=pd_cp_p_3

Make sure you have something to set it up with, either a wall, piece of foamboard, or get a frame like this - http://www.amazon.com/LimoStudio-Adjustable-Background-Backdrop-Support/dp/B00E6GRHBO/ref=pd_bxgy_p_text_y

If you get the frame, don't neglect the spring clamps - http://www.amazon.com/Cheaplights-PCS-3-75-Spring-Clamps/dp/B0019SHZU0/ref=pd_bxgy_p_text_z though I got mine (metal and more robust) from Home Depot.

Yeah you gotta have fun with it or what's the point unless you are a pro.

They make gooseneck clamps for holding backdrops like this one which might be easy enough to attach to your tripod. Or you could repurpose a gooseneck iPad holder for the same effect and a bit more cash left in your wallet. Hope you have fun experimenting!

I'm buying a backdrop and stand setup. AKA, Muslin holder.

Just looking for any advice on what to buy. Maybe there's a favored brand or standard for this type of thing?

It will be used for portraits and product photography.

This Julius Studio one seems entry level and slightly more favored on amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072BCNRTY/ref=psdc_3444601_t1_B00E6GRHBO

I also need the muslin backdrops, in at least white and black. Would also like medium grey. I guess I could make use of green.

So maybe this package?
https://www.amazon.com/Julius-Studio-Adjustable-Background-Backdrop/dp/B075SQG2HW/ref=pd_sbs_421_3?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B075SQG2HW&pd_rd_r=F6YC1P4VZKX44WD280RP&pd_rd_w=0Lhev&pd_rd_wg=LZm7z&psc=1&refRID=F6YC1P4VZKX44WD280RP


Thanks

I found a new green screen that I just need to pull a handle up to set up. I'm loving it so far and it takes up very little space which is great because my office is very small.

Neewer Green Screen, 58x72inches Collapsible Chroma Key Panel for Background Removal with Stable Back Support, Wrinkle-Resistant Chroma-Green Fabric, Aluminium Hard Case for Live Game Virtual Studio https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07VGHFXF9/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_vlS1DbRWA454P

I think what you are talking about is Photo Background stands that would allow the fabric to drape down.

http://www.amazon.com/LimoStudio-Adjustable-Background-Backdrop-AGG1112/dp/B00E6GRHBO/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1449083607&sr=1-1&keywords=green+screen+stand

Its hard to comment on the lighting (You will know by testing it out), You have to make sure your light will give you an even exposure for OBS to Key the green out properly. But most people like myself get additional lights to help with green screen

I hope this helps

Hello!
I'm trying to build a small studio on a budget, since I don't really know that much about lighting and equipment, I'm shopping by best sellers/most reviews on Amazon, I will be doing portraits photos.

https://www.amazon.com/Photography-Portrait-Continuous-LimoStudio-LMS103/dp/B005FHZ2SI/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1511300862&sr=1-3&keywords=lighting+kit

And what about this for the stand?

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00E6GRHBO/ref=sxbs_sxwds-stvp_1?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=3341940462&pd_rd_wg=jm5yS&pf_rd_r=XZG63ZDMVDGWZAPMBNH4&pf_rd_s=desktop-sx-bottom-slot&pf_rd_t=301&pd_rd_i=B00E6GRHBO&pd_rd_w=JmGsI&pf_rd_i=lighting+kit&pd_rd_r=abee786f-075f-4975-acf1-144b8e613585&ie=UTF8&qid=1511300901&sr=1

Thanks a lot!

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Hello!
I'm trying to build a small studio on a budget, since I don't really know that much about lighting and equipment, I'm shopping by best sellers/most reviews on Amazon, I will be doing portraits photos.

https://www.amazon.com/Photography-Portrait-Continuous-LimoStudio-LMS103/dp/B005FHZ2SI/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1511300862&sr=1-3&keywords=lighting+kit

And what about this for the stand?

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00E6GRHBO/ref=sxbs_sxwds-stvp_1?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=3341940462&pd_rd_wg=jm5yS&pf_rd_r=XZG63ZDMVDGWZAPMBNH4&pf_rd_s=desktop-sx-bottom-slot&pf_rd_t=301&pd_rd_i=B00E6GRHBO&pd_rd_w=JmGsI&pf_rd_i=lighting+kit&pd_rd_r=abee786f-075f-4975-acf1-144b8e613585&ie=UTF8&qid=1511300901&sr=1

Thanks a lot!

If you are looking for a full setup with lights and backgrounds this looks like a pretty good option, but it is close to your max budget. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MSMRZEO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_uX-6AbFA0SSHR

If you have Amazon prime and don't mind spending $20 more to get it a little faster...
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073JF96QP/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_mX-6AbR2EKDZE

If you are just looking for lights you can go with either this
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LXA1J0H/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_8Z-6Ab8798CGM

Or this
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B018KE5XUO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_F1-6AbEZSMH3Z

All of these kits use pretty similar gear. The main thing you want to look at is the bulbs.

I use a Galaxy S8+ for my photos and I have a Samsung Dex Dock to make it my computer in my work space too. I do my photos, editing, listing and shipping all from the same device. I have a photo set up similar to the first and second one. I'm also in a basement so natural light isn't an option.

Here is a sample photo I took with those lights and my phone. I do use pro mode most of the time. https://imgur.com/gallery/DZMLEcL

I found it easier to just get two tripods from Amazon, and a rotating mount for the top. Yours looks way cooler though...

I saw someone looking for one, so here's what I got:

Rotating mount: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B012FTXOW4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_o-w5xbBGDVPHB

Tripods: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002T50SD8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Q.w5xb8T2MRYA

Works like a charm.

I have a cloth thats something like 4x4 feet (I think they are 10-20$ on amazon.) I then pinned the corners to the roof with tacs and left the center un-tacked so it droops a bit. When I'm done I just toss it up over itself through the tack free portion and you can walk freely under it.

If you have some extra money you can also get a stand off of amazon that you could store off to the side: https://www.amazon.com/LimoStudio-Adjustable-Background-Backdrop-AGG1112/dp/B00E6GRHBO/ref=br_lf_m_gvy6u24qkj8xx55_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&s=photo

Also if you find yourself taping enough to be worth spending a small amount of money, think about getting something like this: https://www.amazon.com/LimoStudio-Adjustable-Background-Backdrop-AGG1112/dp/B00E6GRHBO. Get some cheap clamps and a sheet that looks good on camera and you're good to go.

I am trying to setup a very beginner's studio in my basement. I have a 25 feet by 20 feet space (no windows) that I plan to use. Would this equipment work for me?

1. Julius Studio 10 foot wide backdrop stand
   
2. [Cowboy Studio 10x12 feet grey muslin cloth] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003VCW6G0/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_4?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER) (Or for a small studio, should I go black or white instead?)
   
3. Neewer 37" beehive octagon softbox (will this work with my Yongnuo 560 speedlight?)
   
4. Neewer s-type holder with bowens mount (Does this fit the softbox?)
   
5. Impact air-cushioned light stand 8' (And this will fit the holder?)
   
   Would love to hear opinions on these, and also if I am buying stuff that will work with each other.
   
   Thank you!

hi!


i'm looking to set up a modest studio of around 12'x14', and need an inexpensive backdrop support, one that mounts on the wall or ceiling and not a free standing portable thing. any recommendations?



oh, i'm looking for 4 backdrops, too, white, black, chroma green, and something else (possibly diy painted fabric)...so recommendations here are welcome as well.



lastly, i see things like this that i think will work, but they come without the horizontal supports that cheap portable kits come with, so are those sold separately or do backdrops come with tubes?


thanks!

Weekends are my busiest streaming days since I normally run from 12pm-1am but I'll try to throw a guide together this weekend and post it on the sub.

But for you:

LimoStudio Green Screen Stand - $35

LimoStudio Green Screen - $18

LimoStudio Studio Light Umbrella Kit - $52

Alternatively, you could get the softboxes instead:

LimoStudios Light Softbox Kit - $77

What's interesting is Limo no longer sells the green screen and stand together without the lighting kit but I don't think that's a deal killer.

Alternatively, if you want the full setup in one go, with two umbrellas, two softboxes, four light stands, a green screen and stand, and a black and a blue backdrop. The only thing substantially different from this kit is that it leaves out the third, small light stand from the umbrella kit that is typically used to project light on the subject's back to create a "highlight" on the outline of the subject to help the chromakey separate from the subject and the green screen but I don't use this and don't have any issues.

LimoStudios Full Light and Backdrop Kit - $143

Also, quick question, when I make this guide do you think it would be helpful to provide light setup and position guides as well as chromakey guides?

In this picture it looks like a bit of turf and a photography backdrop stand.

Depending on how big you are planning on making it, it should be a fairly easy thing to throw together. And as far as using PVC that would probably depend on the size you are planning/how willing you are to throw it together yourself.

• Grass 'Rug'
  
• Backdrop stand
  
  Then just grab a couple large binder clips and you should be good to go.

http://www.amazon.com/LimoStudio-Adjustable-Background-Backdrop-AGG1112/dp/B00E6GRHBO?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00

This is the cheapest solution that i have found. You can find a clamp for the lighthouses, but the ultimate cheapo route would be duct taping the lighthouses to the top of the stands. Which actually works surprisingly well.

We kinda have the same wall color, lol.

I'm content right now with my photos but I'll probably in the future invest in a background kit. I've heard muslin fabric is the best because its wrinkle resistant.

This is the stand kit I'd probably purchase.

And muslin background fabric.

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I'm in an apartment, and my computer setup is in a corner, so I used a backdrop support with a green backdrop for a while, with muslin clamps. However, that was kind of a pain in the ass to setup/teardown each time, since I couldn't leave it up since it's right against my door. Now, I started using a WebAround (The "Big Shot", round one) that I picked up at Twitchcon. It works since I don't have a lot of space, and can just throw it on the back of my chair. (You gotta be careful you don't spin around too much if you don't want your desk stuff to become floor stuff. :P)

I'll take a picture of it when I'm home, but it works pretty well :) I've got a C922 webcam, so I have to crop it a bit so I don't exceed the area around my greenscreen :P

Here's a screenshot after chromakeying

In the interest of full disclosure, I hate pipe and drape. I think it makes everything look like the inside of a jewelry box. That expanse of draping would be pricey too.

I would look for folding screens, fence panels etc.

Photographers backdrop stands are inexpensive on Amazon.

https://www.amazon.com/Backdrop-Adjustable-Photography-Background-Support/dp/B07FY4TVKH/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=photographers+backdrop+stand&qid=1569885556&s=electronics&sr=1-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExVU5SMzJRNkRDWUpBJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwODU1MTc1MVFNQ0xWVVFGWDEzVyZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwODA4MDMzMjFPUFNBSjJNUEY3QSZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

You could use the stands to display something like this as your backdrop.

https://www.amazon.com/Laeacco-Backdrop-Decoration-Background-Celebration/dp/B07JQ8DKSD

One idea would be to build/buy/rent a box shape the same size as the one on the inside of the wheelchair lift, for the right side of the stage. If necessary, you could make it so it slides over the railing

You could then use them as pillars to display something that would work for the look/feel/theme you want: a floral arrangement, an urn, giant moss balls, a potted tree.

You can use spring tension curtain rods between the box shapes on each side and the outside wall to hang some fabric- ready made curtains, curtain panels with a pocket for a rod, or stand up a smaller folding screen.

Alternatively, you could repeat the shape of whatever you choose to use on top of the box shapes on the wheelchair lift and the stage in front of the railing on the right.

I haven’t tried this, but perhaps a photography background stand with curtains or fabric that matches your venues draped around it or tied to the side?

Here’s a stand I found on Amazon

And you can add any curtains or fabric you like draped around to hide the legs. You can find black sequin curtains for pretty cheap

An affordable setup would be this stand with this screen. The expensive part (or hot part) is lighting it (and you). Here is something that I've done - you can check my channel to see the results. I use IKEA light strips (about $20) and stuck it to my monitor in front of me it gives you excellent lighting for your face (for REALLY cheap). Lighting the screen you can pretty much use any form of lighting. Light boxes and LED lights are ideal, but more expensive.

I think i found a replacement stand for only 40 bucks, which is great because I'm only down one stand.

https://www.amazon.com/LimoStudio-Adjustable-Background-Backdrop-AGG1112/dp/B00E6GRHBO/ref=pd_sim_421_2?ie=UTF8&dpID=41q14h9xSaL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&psc=1&refRID=59YTX83JHS14PZJ3SXHM

Looking for an all white backdrop recommendation, already have a stand like this one: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00E6GRHBO

And am looking for something like this to attach to it:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002ER2YQ/

Any other suggestions?

Just get a big blanket and cover yourself and you camera in it so it's like your in an igloo of black cloth...

Or This

Or! haha! Put some hooks in your ceiling and drape it from them!

Your best bet is just doing it yourself using you iPhone and these few items from Amazon. It'll cost you about $100 for these 3 items, but you'll never have to pay someone to do it for you, so its worth it.

https://www.amazon.com/Julius-Studio-Photography-Backdrop-Background/dp/B015YHXHWQ/ref=sr_1_3?s=photo&ie=UTF8&qid=1526082839&sr=1-3&keywords=white+photo+backdrop

https://www.amazon.com/Julius-Studio-Background-Backdrop-Photography/dp/B072BCNRTY/ref=pd_bxgy_421_img_2?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B072BCNRTY&pd_rd_r=3P35Q5G0Z2FWQG3Q4TAK&pd_rd_w=ZQN9c&pd_rd_wg=ReAuO&psc=1&refRID=3P35Q5G0Z2FWQG3Q4TAK

https://www.amazon.com/Fancierstudio-DK2-Professional-Photography-continuous/dp/B004TSCARK/ref=sr_1_7?s=photo&ie=UTF8&qid=1526082936&sr=1-7&keywords=studio+lighting

I'd look around for something like [this] (http://www.amazon.com/LimoStudio-Adjustable-Background-Backdrop-Support/dp/B00E6GRHBO/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1395005674&sr=8-2&keywords=backdrop+stand+photography). I use backdrop stands like this quite a bit in my photography and theyre pretty cheap, adjustable, and portable. Although this one might be a bit big, depending on how much you're planning on showing, but you can probably find some smaller ones around the web.

This is a green screen or black screen stand. Ice and some people can carry this into his hotel room and set it up. Hotels don't check bags. Ice could easily carry this in. https://www.amazon.com/Background-Backdrop-Support-Fancierstudio-TB30/dp/B004HR42LK?ref_=fsclp_pl_dp_2 And I'm not just talking about hotels. I'm talking about when Ice reveals his addresses. Why doesn't he put a lens cap on the camera when his location is close? Why doesn't he have Jacob or Phineas put an overlay on screen?

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This or in the color you want. And then mount with this or something like it.

you can get started with one flash/strobe + reflector and stand or softbox and stand. you don't need a backdrop right away, you can just use any solid color wall.

flash vs strobe. strobes are more powerful and faster cycling but require ac power or battery packs. flashes are more portable.

for a backdrop you can just use these two. it's a bit cheaper.

https://www.amazon.com/LimoStudio-Adjustable-Background-Backdrop-AGG1112/dp/B00E6GRHBO/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1494795437&sr=8-3&keywords=Backdrop

https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-Collapsible-Background-Photography-Television/dp/B00SR28X9S/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1494795437&sr=8-6&keywords=Backdrop

for the lights, you can just buy stands and softboxes or flash reflectors seperately. i wouldn't recommend that kit. start with one softbox or one flash reflector and stand. then add more as you need.

stands

https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-Photography-Relfectors-Softboxes-Backgrounds/dp/B00K69A0QY/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1494795534&sr=8-2&keywords=softbox+stand

softboxes, multiple sizes available.

https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-centimeters-Octagonal-Speedlight-Photography/dp/B00PIM3I6I/ref=sr_1_4?s=photo&ie=UTF8&qid=1494795485&sr=1-4&keywords=softbox

flash reflector

https://www.amazon.com/LimoStudio-Double-Reflector-Umbrella-AGG127/dp/B005AKF4F6/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1494795671&sr=8-7&keywords=flash+umbrella

I use this setup, which I bought last winter because I needed to be able to take photos when the natural light wasn't good. I recently bought [this backdrop support] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00E6GRHBO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1) and a white muslin backdrop.

You can get very similar 7' poles with the same 1/4" thread on the top as part of this backdrop kit for $10 less:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00MTF6ZVC

If you need a portable way to hang sound blankets, consider using a Backdrop Stand (Links: US | UK | CAN). That way you don't need to rely on what's in the room to set it up. You'll need enough space in the room for it of course.

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What about ordering a metal archway from Amazon? Or using a photo backdrop frame?

Could you use a stand?

Example:
adjustable projector stand

I’m not sure of the exact one, but it was something similar to this

I got cheep one from Amazon that I really like. I didn't want to spend much money at all because I have a wall mounted backdrop support for my studio, so I just needed something for the occasional corporate head-shot sessions I do in office buildings.

It's surprisingly strong, I thought I'd only use it 3-4 times a year outside of the studio but I use it in studio now to hang reflectors/diffusion panels. Only negative is that the stands don't have the widest base, but if you sandbag them they won't budge.