Photography Area
Pikes Peak Makerspace 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.)
Safety First
Covid-19 notice
In case of emergency, call 911
Our location is 735 East Pikes Peak Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Photography Area Classes and Training
Area Captain
(None)
Classes
Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup
For Help
Message in PPM Slack channel #general (or #showcase)
Tips
Proper lighting is critical in photography, including product photography.
Equipment Lists
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number | Estimated Value | Owner | Status
Up/Down |
Problem Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| overhead light | ? | ? | PPM | Up | |||
| light source | westcott | ? | PPM | Up | |||
| light deflector | LimoStudio | ? | PPM | Up | |||
| box light | LimoStudio | ? | PPM | Up | |||
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number | Estimated Value | Owner | Status
Up/Down |
Problem Description |
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number | Estimated Value | Owner | Status
Up/Down |
Problem Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| tripod | Velbon | S-600 | PPM | Up | |||
| turntable | ? | ? | PPM | Up | |||
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number | Estimated Value | Owner | Status
Up/Down |
Problem Description |
Wish List
Donations Received
Policies
Reservations
No reservation system at this time. First come, first served. (It's usually available.)
Scrap and Trash
Please recycle plain paper.
Showcase
Photo Gallery
Laser cut wooden clock
(Thumbnail)
Other Fun Stuff
Shopify Blog -- external link: How to Take High-Quality Product Photos With Your Smartphone
Hints for Getting the Lighting Right in Your Etsy Photos