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9 Must-Haves For Your In-Home Studio

Building your in-home studio is a process and can be daunting when you're first starting. Here is my list of 9 things you need for your product and food photography studio.


1. Softboxes - Whether you're shooting pop photography or doing food styling softboxes help support your natural light or can give you a great harsh light to build shadows. This is the first step to building your lighting options.


2. Adjustable Height Table - I love this simple table from Ikea. The legs can be adjusted to move height. It's especially helpful if you're adjusting for natural light.



3. Backdrop Frame - my newest addition to my studio. This can be adjusted to be the full height for a person or can stand next to your table like I have mine. It gives a quick and easy way to use multiple backdrops and provides easy transitions.


4. Tripod - I mean, obviously. 😉


5. Reflectors - Shooting in a room can be challenging when you want to work with natural light but you don't have your dream room with windows on every wall. Reflectors help bounce light from a window or can bounce light from your strobe to add soft light.


6. Variety of Backdrops - Shout out to Replica Surfaces. Their backdrops look natural and are super durable. I also use a variety of colorful plastic backdrops, leather, and other textiles.


7. Variety of Dishes/Props - Food Photography is all about your dishes. These are key in expressing the brand style. I like to keep a variety of neutrals and bright patterns to choose from.


8. Ancillary Items - Ask any studio product photography what they use the most and I guarantee fishing line and duct tape rank at the top. I'll share a BTS soon, but it's amazing how useful these are in giving the illusion of movement. I also use clamps and the tabletop reflector every day. So helpful!


9. All The Linens! - textiles make the image. They can provide dimension with height and depth in the image. It's amazing how adding a dishcloth or piece of fabric in just the right spot takes the photo to the next level.


Good luck with your studio photography journey. 😍

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Naomi Smith
Naomi Smith
4月15日

That’s such a solid list for anyone setting up an in-home studio—especially the focus on acoustics and lighting. Just like having the right gear ensures smooth production, having the right support system is key in academic life too. I’ve found that balancing long research hours with everyday responsibilities can be just as intense as mixing tracks in a studio. That’s why platforms like MyAssignmentHelp have been a real lifesaver for me. When I was buried under deadlines and needed dissertation help online, their expert support really made a difference. It’s kind of like upgrading your mic—once you’ve experienced the clarity and convenience, there’s no going back.

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