The Bite Shot | DIY Backdrops (UPDATED!) @TheBiteShot | Uploaded May 2022 | Updated October 2024, 3 hours ago.
Prefer to read about the process? Check it out on the blog: thebiteshot.com/diy-food-photography-backdrops
Chapters
00:00 Intro.
00:46 Starting with inspiration.
02:41 Materials and tools you need to create a backdrop.
09:11 Applying the joint compound.
13:50 Applying the paint.
18:42 Allow it to dry then give it a second look.
19:40 Sealing the board.
20:43 A word on humidity.
22:12 Outro.
Previous Videos on this Channel about Backdrops:
- Original Video about DIY Backdrops: youtube.com/watch?v=Eiipb1EuyVg
- DIY wood Backdrops: youtube.com/watch?v=BX0yS4IZVP0
- Favorite purchased backdrops: youtube.com/watch?v=-8QlkiyLi0I
Shaq Cookbook: geni.us/5KvZyxR
Eva Kolenko: evakolenko.com
https://instagram.com/evakolenko
Products Used:
-MDF Board (Medium Density Fiber Board) 1/2 inch thick - 2ft x 4ft
-Joint Compound geni.us/Gp8Z
-Putty Knife geni.us/NrLQPw](geni.us/NrLQPw
-Paints
-Deco Art Suede Paint geni.us/omDB0xe
-Folk Art Chalk Paint geni.us/ECprX1
-Brushes, Trash, Towels, Found Objects, Sponges
-Matte Sealing Spray geni.us/FaAxc
Backdrops Inspo: pinterest.com/thebiteshot/backdrops-inspo
Find more food photography resources at thebiteshot.com
Sign up for Joanie’s weekly food photography tips at thebiteshot.com/subscribe
Want to get started with Artificial Lighting? Check out our FREE mini course, to help you Pick Your Perfect Light at thebiteshot.com/pick-your-perfect-light
For a full listing of all my gear see thebiteshot.com/food-photography-and-video-gear
Love a free workshop? We've got one coming up! Sign up here: thebiteshot.com/food-photography-workshops
Rather be reading? My latest book, Picture Perfect Food is at thebiteshot.com/picture-perfect-food
Please note that most of the links to products we share are affiliate links and we will earn a commission if you purchase through those links. We use all of these products and recommend them because we believe in them. Thank you for supporting the businesses who support us!
Prefer to read about the process? Check it out on the blog: thebiteshot.com/diy-food-photography-backdrops
Chapters
00:00 Intro.
00:46 Starting with inspiration.
02:41 Materials and tools you need to create a backdrop.
09:11 Applying the joint compound.
13:50 Applying the paint.
18:42 Allow it to dry then give it a second look.
19:40 Sealing the board.
20:43 A word on humidity.
22:12 Outro.
Previous Videos on this Channel about Backdrops:
- Original Video about DIY Backdrops: youtube.com/watch?v=Eiipb1EuyVg
- DIY wood Backdrops: youtube.com/watch?v=BX0yS4IZVP0
- Favorite purchased backdrops: youtube.com/watch?v=-8QlkiyLi0I
Shaq Cookbook: geni.us/5KvZyxR
Eva Kolenko: evakolenko.com
https://instagram.com/evakolenko
Products Used:
-MDF Board (Medium Density Fiber Board) 1/2 inch thick - 2ft x 4ft
-Joint Compound geni.us/Gp8Z
-Putty Knife geni.us/NrLQPw](geni.us/NrLQPw
-Paints
-Deco Art Suede Paint geni.us/omDB0xe
-Folk Art Chalk Paint geni.us/ECprX1
-Brushes, Trash, Towels, Found Objects, Sponges
-Matte Sealing Spray geni.us/FaAxc
Backdrops Inspo: pinterest.com/thebiteshot/backdrops-inspo
Find more food photography resources at thebiteshot.com
Sign up for Joanie’s weekly food photography tips at thebiteshot.com/subscribe
Want to get started with Artificial Lighting? Check out our FREE mini course, to help you Pick Your Perfect Light at thebiteshot.com/pick-your-perfect-light
For a full listing of all my gear see thebiteshot.com/food-photography-and-video-gear
Love a free workshop? We've got one coming up! Sign up here: thebiteshot.com/food-photography-workshops
Rather be reading? My latest book, Picture Perfect Food is at thebiteshot.com/picture-perfect-food
Please note that most of the links to products we share are affiliate links and we will earn a commission if you purchase through those links. We use all of these products and recommend them because we believe in them. Thank you for supporting the businesses who support us!