| Adding props to your photographs can make an | | | | any fabric store, and you have a classic, dreamy look. |
| ordinary image extraordinary, and it does not | | | | You can get creative with different colors of tulle or |
| necessarily require spending a lot of money. There are | | | | flower petals, too, which can also enhance this look. |
| many different ways of making inexpensive | | | | Antique stores or flea markets can be a wonderful |
| photography props that are both fun and functional. | | | | place to get inexpensive photography props. A good |
| The background is probably the most important prop in | | | | wooden chair or stool can be used for both children |
| a picture. Just about anything large enough can be | | | | and adults as a prop. Don't be afraid to purchase a |
| used as a background when it comes to portrait | | | | piece that needs a little love. A little sanding and a coat |
| photography. A large flat sheet, any color, makes a | | | | of paint can have just about anything looking like new. |
| wonderful background. This can be draped over an | | | | If painting isn't your style, then leave it shabby-chic and |
| available wall, large piece of furniture, etc. If the dyed | | | | match your subjects clothing to the prop. |
| muslin backgrounds are what you prefer, these can | | | | Costumes can also make fun and inexpensive props. |
| easily be homemade. Plain tan muslin can be | | | | A pair or rain boots and an umbrella can make a very |
| purchased by the yard at any fabric store and runs | | | | cute child's picture. A pair of reindeer antlers on a dog |
| around $1-2 per yard. With a couple of buckets of | | | | makes a fun holiday portrait. A fireman's hat, a mans |
| permanent fabric dye and some creativity, very cool | | | | necktie, Moms high heels, all make cute childrens |
| professional looking muslin backgrounds can be made | | | | portrait props. And all those things are possibly already |
| at home. | | | | sitting around the house. |
| Everyday household items also make wonderful | | | | Finally, don't be afraid to look to nature for props that |
| photography props. Have a big stock cooking pot? | | | | are even better than inexpensive, FREE! A tree can |
| Place your baby inside it against a solid background | | | | make a perfect prop for outdoor pictures. A pile of fall |
| with a chefs hat on. You'll have a very cute | | | | leaves, a bunch of wildflowers, a couple of pumpkins, |
| kitchen-themed picture! Photographing a newborn | | | | the possibilities are endless. |
| baby? Place the baby next to a wooden ruler wearing | | | | Making inexpensive photography props is simple, you |
| only a diaper. You'll have an adorable picture, and that | | | | just have to look at things creatively, and be willing to |
| prop only cost $.12! | | | | do some crafting/altering of your own. Once done, |
| Maybe you're into a more classical look. Porcelain | | | | however, your new inexpensive photography props will |
| white columns are relatively inexpensive and can be | | | | look as good, if not better, than the high priced fake |
| purchased at just about any craft store. Combine this | | | | ones of the professionals! |
| with some white tulle, also inexpensive and available at | | | | |