Square Perfect 1050 SP500 Platinum Kit - Manual (Page 4)

Here are a few pointers that will help you to get the best photographs possible with your Square
Perfect Photo Tent.
1. Be sure to light your subject by placing light(s) on each side of the tent, facing inward,
toward the object.
2. Align lights evenly with the subject or with the subject a bit forward of the lights, not behind
(this will cause your subject to be too dark) and not too far in front of it (this will cause your
subject to wash out and be overexposed).
3. Choose a background color or cloth that will provide the optimal contrast for your subject but
will not match or blend too well with any predominant color on your object. For instance,
choosing a white background for an object with a significant amount of white may cause
those areas to wash out.
4. To achieve a better white balance and a warmer light effect, turn off any external room or
studio lighting and use the lights provided.
5.
6. Avoid placing the lights too close to the tent sides...if you are experiencing hot spots or glare,
adjust the lights further away from the tent to compensate. If your subject seems too dark, be
sure that your lights are not pointing behind the subject, or move them closer to the tent
sides and test. You can also “bounce” light toward the front of the subject by using a white
reflector or card positioned at the bottom right or left of the tent opening out of camera range.
General Tips for all Camera Types
Do not use a flash.
HELPFUL TIPS
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10. For added control over your lighting you can utilize the
front cover with camera slit (Figure 8). This cover attaches to
the cube with hook and loop fasteners and gives you ultimate
control over lighting. Figure 8