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Question: Umbrella and reflector help!?
I have a photo shoot TOMORROW and suddenly my reflectors are lost and my umbrella is broken!. Is there anything else I could use!. I have absolutely no money to buy a new one!. I really would appreciate some good light!.Www@QuestionHome@Com


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I'm not sure I'd recommend it these days, but back in the dark ages when I was in such a pinch I used aluminum foil wrapped over a piece of heavy cardboard!.

Crinkle it up first!. Then smooth it back out somewhat and just tape or staple it to the cardboard!.

Another idea (I swear, this one does work these days!) one of those sunshades for your windshield!. Some of them have a silver side!.

For a softer light, plain white mounting board works too!.Www@QuestionHome@Com

if its indoors you can bounce the light off the wall or ceiling at 45 degrees!. or if you have a white sheet or cloth you can put if in front of the light to diffuse it!.Www@QuestionHome@Com

For reflectors get some foam core board it's cheap less than a dollar at michaels (i use this in my studio)

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Large styrofoam tiles - and someone to make sure they don't blow away!.Www@QuestionHome@Com