Working on a budget? Try over 60 techniques and hacks for creative effects and wallet friendly photo enhancements. What do a dog leash, shower curtains, and cellophane gift wrap have in common? They?along with countless other surprising everyday objects?can all be used to construct implements that will help you build your arsenal of photographic tools and accessories without breaking your budget. In this book, seasoned author, lecturer, and commercial and portrait photographer Christopher Grey shows you how to construct a host of light modifiers, from diffusers to gobos to reflectors, to snoots, to cookies; repurpose multiple elements as high style backdrops and even build some fabulous accessories?from a lens stabiliser for lowlight shots (this is where that dog leash will come in handy) to light tents for small product shots. The "hacks" in this book will inspire you to get to work, and they will amp up your creativity, but there's more. Grey shares his secrets for using your existing lighting equipment to create exquisite effects. AUTHOR: Christopher Grey: Christopher Grey is a recognised world-class photographer who has written numerous physical and electronic books on lighting, posing, professional technique, and camera systems. Internationally awarded and a lifetime photographer, he's committed to teaching others everything he's learned. He's the author of the bestselling Master Lighting Guide for Portrait Photographers and others all from Amherst Media. SELLING POINTS: ? Readers will learn how to repurpose various items from home improvement and crafts stores to create key equipment in a photographer's arsenal?from light modifiers to camera supports. ? Readers will learn tips for creating in camera special effects ?at very little cost. ? Readers will discover budget friendly backdrop and prop ideas that maximise creative options on the set.