The Origami Forum

What do you all usefor your backgrounds for your photos? I just use a large paper against a wall, but lately, it hasn't quite been cutting it. I'd like to know how you do it!

Usually i just use a big sheet of paper with a nice texture and a good light. If it fits the subject i try to go outside and involve nature.
See here:
Owl by tschobigami, on Flickr
Little Wukong by tschobigami, on Flickr
if you see through my photos you will see an improvement (i hope ) so just try a lot out, try to find a unique setup for every model, fitting the subject and do a lot of shots from different angles. That can also change the impression of the background a lot.
If you put a sheet against the wall, you can also combine different coloured/textured sheets or put some objects on it.

Cool photos tschobigami .

I use a improvised light box for smaller model.


But I don't like the background to look too white.

I've also used a black background in my light box.


I liked how it looks . It helps to concentrate your attention in the model.

I use fabric for bigger models.


I like to show the curves of the fabric in the picture.

I used a natural background in this photo of my Shopping bag.


I wanted to convey in the image that it was a real shopping bag so I thought it was important to show it in context.

Also, I edit all my photos before posting them. I just adjust things like brightness and contrast among others.

That's what I do but I think there's no correct answer regarding the background, just different styles that can work for you or not.

Hope it helps .