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Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) is dedicated to supporting our maker community in their creative process by providing shared space, shared tools, materials and a knowledge base to turn their ideas into reality.[[File:Photography Area.jpg|alt=Photography Area|thumb|'''Photography Area'''|300x300px]]
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[[File:Level 1 badge.png|alt=Level 1 badge used at Pikes Peak Makerspace|left|frameless|100x100px|PPM MEMBER USE]]
Our members have built a large but '''portable table with seamless backdrop and lighting''' to use for product photography.
 
  
By large we mean the surface is a full 4'x8' sheet of plywood. (PPM does not have any cameras or darkroom facilities.)
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Members at Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) have built a large, '''portable table with seamless backdrop and lighting''' to use for product photography.
  
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By large, we mean the surface is a full 4'x8' sheet of plywood.
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It is for all our members to use without&nbsp;any additional required&nbsp;training (Level 1).<br>
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===[[New Member Orientation]]===
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==Classes==
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PPM announces its [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup''']
  
==Classes and Training==
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To help out with the Photography Area at PPM, post your ideas and comments on&nbsp;Slack.
  
===Area Captain===
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==Training==
:Volunteers needed
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Links to external sites:
===Classes===
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:[https://www.dummies.com/article/business-careers-money/business/small-business/start-ups/164397/ '''Composing Product Photos for Your Etsy Business''']
:Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its  [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup''']
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:'''[https://www.shopify.com/learn/course/product-photography-for-ecommerce Product Photography for Ecommerce]''' — shopify Learn
=== For Help===
 
:Message in PPM Slack channel #general (or #showcase)
 
  
===Tips===
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==Tips==
 
:Proper lighting is critical in photography, including product photography.
 
:Proper lighting is critical in photography, including product photography.
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==Equipment Lists==
  
==Equipment Lists==
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===Photography Equipment===
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|[[File:NOVATRON POWER PACK.jpg|alt=NOVATRON POWER PACK|center|frameless|160x160px]]
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|'''Studio Flash'''  
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'''POWER PACK'''
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PPM does not have any GoPro or DSLR cameras, gimbals or darkroom facilities.
  
===[[Wish List#Photography Area|Wish List]]===
 
===[[Donations Received]]===
 
  
==Policies==
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[[Donations Received|'''Donations Received''']]
===[https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/reserve-equipment Equipment Reservations]===
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[[Wish List#Photography Area|'''Wish List''']]
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:Pikes Peak Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, so we can provide a receipt for any donations you make.
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===Benefits and Policies===
 
{{Member Benefits}}
 
{{Member Benefits}}
{{Scrap and Trash}}
 
  
==Software==
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{{Red Tags}}
Pikes Peak Makerspace has a license for the Adobe Creative Cloud software,
 
  
and it is installed on our [[Computers#Equipment Lists|Design Workstations 1 and 2]]:
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==Related Pages==
===Adobe Photoshop===
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Links to related PPM Wiki pages:
===Adobe Premiere===
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:'''[[Adobe Photoshop Tips]]'''
===Adobe Bridge===
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:'''[[Adobe Lightroom Tips]]'''
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:'''[[Canva Tips]]'''
  
==Showcase ==
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:[[Dye_Sublimation_Printing|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Printers — Dye Sublimation'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
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:[[Large_Format_Printing|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Printers — Large Format'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
  
===Photo Gallery===
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==Hand-Curated Links==
<gallery>
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Links to member-recommended external sites:
File:Laser cut wooden clock.jpg|alt=Laser cut wooden clock|<center>'''Laser cut<br>wooden clock<br>(by Trevor Banks)'''</center> 
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:'''[https://www.adobe.com/creativecloud/photography/discover/product-photography.html product photography]''' — adobe.com
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:'''[https://firefly.adobe.com/ Adobe Firefly]''' — A.I. image generation
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:'''[https://www.canva.com/learn/product-photography-guide/ A beginner's guide to product photography]''' — canva.com
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:[https://www.shopify.com/blog/15163633-how-to-capture-high-quality-product-photos-with-your-smartphone '''Master Smartphone Product Photography'''] — shopify.com
  
===PPM YouTube Channel===
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==For Additional Help==
:'''[https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeIsImKtiNm7D_BxfG4n7zg/featured "featured" videos],''' (the YouTube "HOME" tab)
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:Use the PPM Slack channel #general (or #showcase)
:[https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeIsImKtiNm7D_BxfG4n7zg/playlists '''"Things we've built'''"], Created playlists, including 3D-printed robotic hand (2015)
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:[[How To Slack#PPM Channel Names and Descriptions|'''List of all PPM Slack channels''']]
==Other Fun Stuff==
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:Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from the&nbsp;community.
:Shopify Blog -- external link:  [https://www.shopify.com/blog/15163633-how-to-capture-high-quality-product-photos-with-your-smartphone '''How to Take High-Quality Product Photos With Your Smartphone''']
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:[https://www.dummies.com/business/online-business/etsy/hints-for-getting-the-lighting-right-in-your-etsy-photos/ '''Hints for Getting the Lighting Right in Your Etsy Photos''']
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:[https://contributors.gettyimages.com/article_public.aspx?article_id=7170 '''Applying to gettyimages''']
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Revision as of 16:18, 1 May 2024

Level 1 badge used at Pikes Peak Makerspace

Members at Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) have built a large, portable table with seamless backdrop and lighting to use for product photography.

By large, we mean the surface is a full 4'x8' sheet of plywood.

It is for all our members to use without any additional required training (Level 1).


 


Safety First

Members must know the following information:

In case of emergency, call 911.
Our physical location is:
735 East Pikes Peak Avenue
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
use this when ordering pizza or an ambulance

PPM Fire Escape Plan

Fire Escape Plan maps are posted throughout the Makerspace.
There are 7 fire extinguishers on the fire escape plan map. Review the PPM Fire Escape Plan for locations.

First Aid

There is a FIRST AID Supply Cabinet in our Kitchen Area.
FIRST AID Kits are available in four areas: the Kitchen, Metal Shop, Wood Shop and CNC Room.

Eye Wash Stations

Emergency Eye & Face Wash Stations are mounted in four areas: the Kitchen, Wood Shop, CNC Room and Vented Room.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Wear protective equipment in all Wood and Metal Shop Areas.
Wear gloves when using Isopropyl Alcohol and other cleaners.

Hazardous Chemicals

All hazardous chemicals must be stored in the yellow hazardous chemical storage cabinet located in the Vented Room.
Review the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) information of unknown products before use.
SDS information is available via the QR code on the hazardous chemical storage cabinet or this spreadsheet.
Do not bring dangerous chemicals to the makerspace.
Spray paint, stains, and other approved items must be stored in the hazardous chemical storage cabinet in the Vented Room.
Please DO NOT paint indoors.



Impairment

The use of PPM equipment requires you to be alert, attentive, and focused.
Do not use any PPM work area, or any PPM tools, if you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol.


 

New Member Orientation

Classes

PPM announces its Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup

To help out with the Photography Area at PPM, post your ideas and comments on Slack.

Training

Links to external sites:

Composing Product Photos for Your Etsy Business
Product Photography for Ecommerce — shopify Learn

Tips

Proper lighting is critical in photography, including product photography.

Equipment Lists

Photography Equipment

Picture Item Manufacturer Model
Number
NOVATRON POWER PACK
Studio Flash

POWER PACK

novatron, now ntronix 10-240
NOVATRON FLASH HEAD
Studio Flash

FLASH HEAD (2x)

novatron, now ntronix 2040-C
light source westcott
light deflector LimoStudio
box light LimoStudio
Display Turntable
Display Turntable
green screen
tripod Velbon S-600

PPM does not have any GoPro or DSLR cameras, gimbals or darkroom facilities.


Donations Received

Wish List

Pikes Peak Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, so we can provide a receipt for any donations you make.

Benefits and Policies

PPM members enjoy discounts at the following local merchants:
(bring proof of membership)
Company Website Benefit Directions to
Logo WOODCRAFT
Woodcraft of Colorado Springs 10% discount    4438 Austin Bluffs Parkway
Logo CO Lumber
CO Lumber Specialties 10% discount 3636 Stone Avenue
Logo General Air
GENERAL AIR 10% discount 3031 N Nevada Ave.
Logo ACE
ACE Hardware Uintah Gardens 10% discount 1830 W Uintah Street
Map of stores that provide PPM member discounts
Map of helpful local resources curated by our makers
At home LightBurn subscriptions can be purchased at a discounted rate for being a PPM member.
The discount code is saved as a Pinned Message in our 'laser-cutter' channel in Slack.

Red Tags

If equipment needs repairs, place a Red Tag on it and report it via the Pikes Peak Makerspace Slack channel #red-tags-issues
This advises others on the malfunctioning equipment and ensures that actions can be taken to service/repair the equipment.

Related Pages

Links to related PPM Wiki pages:

Adobe Photoshop Tips
Adobe Lightroom Tips
Canva Tips
  Printers — Dye Sublimation  
  Printers — Large Format  

Hand-Curated Links

Links to member-recommended external sites:

product photography — adobe.com
Adobe Firefly — A.I. image generation
A beginner's guide to product photography — canva.com
Master Smartphone Product Photography — shopify.com

For Additional Help

Use the PPM Slack channel #general (or #showcase)
List of all PPM Slack channels
Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from the community.

Search the PPM Wiki — include Content pages as well as Multimedia.

Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any information that is outdated.

Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) is dedicated to supporting our maker community in their creative processes by providing shared space, shared tools, materials, software, and a knowledge base to turn their ideas into reality.