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Budget flash (strobe) diffuser

Budget flash (strobe) diffuser
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Zero cost lighting diffuser for flash gun (portable strobe light) made from a foam plastic drinking cup (an expanded polystyrene / styrofoam beaker).

- Simple to make

- Readily obtainable

- Only scissors needed

- Will not scratch or damage equipment
 
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Step 1Budget plastic drinking cup diffuser fitted

Budget plastic drinking cup diffuser fitted
A softer result, with lighter shadows.
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4 comments
Jan 22, 2007. 3:41 PMchristy says:
Very clever. And I can mod it to use on my attached flash, too.
Jan 21, 2007. 4:05 PMAestheticxtattoos says:
I think bouncing off the ceiling gives you better results or using a tent. nice idea tho.

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