Lucy Loves…
A curated edit of helpful resources Lucy would wholeheartedly recommend*.
A growing number of photography workshops in the UK and photography courses around the world, products, books and props.
If you think there’s something I would love please let me know!
*No affiliate links just things I love
Backdrop Stand
Ideal for shooting with both the table top right up to the Studio XXL size backdrops. Easy to pop up and store away when you need to fling it in a boot or backpack and comes with a set of clamps and clips. If you never need the full width capability try the smaller T stand.
Portable Photo Backdrop Table
Super handy pop up table for smaller products and scenes. Ideal for e-commerce product shots or where you are shooting at a 3/4 angle, rather than straight ahead. A gentle incline to create an infinity curve and fits the CBL table top size backdrops like a glove. Best for products up to 12 inches if shooting straight on.
Reflector
No real skill needed to use these more a skill to fold them away! Essential for grey wet dull days. Pop your subject (if you are shooting in natural light) between the window and your reflector. Sandwich your subject! And watch the light bounce back flooding your side in shadow with light. Use silver for cool light and gold for a warm glow.
T Shape Photo Backdrop Stand
Lucy loves her basic T stand and here is a great budget option at less than £18. No need for anything fancier! You can hang the pole from either the right or left hand side if shooting on a table top, so the leg doesn't get in the way of your hanging backdrop. Or use the central pole at its full height capacity.
Styling Linens and Food Photography Props
A new find in The Cloth Shop! Pre packaged colours and all sorts of textile treasures to be had in this online fabric boutique.
Backdrop Storage Tube
If your tube arrives and you’d prefer to have a sturdier solution long term this is fab! I have several for when I cart tests and samples around and on location shoots the strap saves your back and your backdrops from being squashed and damaged in bags for life!
Backdrop Clips
Lucy is a much bigger fan of these clips than the heavier duty clamps which can often damage your backdrop. We want to keep them in tip top condition! These clips work like you would see on a curtain pole, you can change the tension of them with the adjustable bungy and use the velcro to attach to your stand pole.
Anti Reflection Spray
I discovered this thanks to The Humble Pescatarian. God bless the internet and Instagram! No more worries in silver spoons. No one needs to see you or your washing in the background of the kitchen (or is that just me ;) )