Product Photography Set Building Course
Course Description
Set Building Course: Build a Professional Product Photography Set from Scratch!
Start small, go big later. After mastering this course, you’ll be able to scale up your skills and build this same set at any size!
Are you ready to level up your photography and stand out? Forget seamless paper backdrops—it's time to start building your own photo sets. In this course, you’ll learn step-by-step how to build a professional product photography set with confidence, using basic tools and materials. You'll also be able to take what you learn and apply it to build larger sets.
David has been building sets for over two decades, working on hundreds of projects. With this experience, David has become an expert in designing and building camera-ready sets. He’s excited to share his knowledge with you, helping you elevate your work and bring your creative visions to life.
Course Benefits:
- Learn to build a 24" x 24" x 24" mini set that you can scale up to build cube sets at any size.
- 7 guided, step-by-step video tutorials for each phase of the build
- eManual with step-by-step instructions, blueprints, and photos
- Exact measurements to build this set in imperial measurements with metric unit conversions
- Techniques for building, assembling, and finishing your set
- Detailed instructions on the paint we use for all our sets
- How to incorporate lighting into your product set
- A complete list of materials and tools needed, plus alternative options
This Course Is Perfect For:
- Anyone looking for an introduction to set design
- Those curious about set building but unsure where to start
- Photographers and videographers who want to increase the production value of their work
- Creatives tired of using seamless paper backdrops
- DIY enthusiasts and hobbyists interested in creative projects
- Woodworkers interested in exploring a new skill
- Product photographers
Course Curriculum:
- Section 1: Introduction / Tools and Materials needed
- Section 2: Building the Floor
- Section 3: Constructing the Ceiling
- Section 4: Constructing the walls
- Section 5: Finishing Touches (Wood Filler, Sanding, and Painting)
- Section 6: Assembling the set
- Section 7: Painting
Course Format/Details:
- A series of 7 self-paced, on-demand videos
- Downloadable PDF guides and material lists
- Blueprints of the build
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Do I need previous experience to take this course?
There is no previous set building experience necessary. David will guide you step-by-step through the entire process. However, basic knowledge of how to use handheld power tools like a drill or nail gun is important.
How long will I have access to the course?
You’ll have lifetime access!
How long does the course take?
This is a self-paced course so you can move through it at your own pace. If you are familiar with woodworking you may be able to complete it in an afternoon. If woodworking is new to you, I’d recommend giving yourself a couple hours to work on it over the course of several days.
Do I need to know how to use a saw?
You’ll need to cut the plywood using a circular saw or table saw. If you don’t have access to a saw, check if your local hardware store offers pre-cut 24"x24" pieces of plywood, subflooring, or luan—this could be a convenient alternative.
No Return or Exchange Policy for Digital Course
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