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How To: Make a cheap DIY softbox and get great results

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As I get back into photography after a 15+ year hiatus, one of the things I’m trying to do is  to see what I can do on the cheap.
Earlier this week I wrote about how to make your own product light box for under $10. And, it’s one of my most popular posts. And I [...]

Make great ebay and product photos for about ten bucks.

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I made the photo above with ONE strobe light,  a cardboard box and about ten bucks worth of stuff from the craft store.  Not too bad, considering my studio was my kitchen table. 
What you need:
at least one light. you could even use a household lamp if you balanced the white balance for it. I [...]

How I made a Christmas Card using iPhoto in about 3 minutes.

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Select the photos you want to use. In this example, I used photos of the boss and I. 

 
Next, hit the card button on the bottom of iPhoto. 

Choose the Card style and design you want. I used a Christmas Style I liked: 

Next you’ll see your photos that you selected from your photo album are all ready [...]