Listen up, pet! If you’re after a flash bounce card that won’t cost you a penny and does the job right, I’ve got just the trick for ya. No need to splash out on expensive gear when you can make your own with stuff lying around the house. Get ready to learn how to knock up a proper flash bounce card without breaking the bank.
Gather Your Bits and Bobs
First things first, gather all your bits and bobs together. You’ll be needing an empty cereal box or any stiff cardboard, some aluminum foil (none of that fancy silver paper), scissors (mind yer fingers!), sticky tape or glue if you’re feeling posh, and lastly, a rubber band or hair tie.
Cut ‘n’ Stick
Now it’s time to get crafty! Cut out a rectangular piece from your cereal box or cardboard – about 4 inches by 6 inches should do the trick. Next up, wrap that bad boy in aluminum foil nice ‘n’ tight like yer wrapping leftovers for tomorrow’s brekkie. Secure it with sticky tape or glue if you’re feeling fancy pants.
Bend It Like Beckham
This is where things get interesting! Bend one of the shorter sides of your newly wrapped rectangle at about 45 degrees angle – think Geordie lad trying his luck at footy tricks down by St James’ Park. Make sure it stays put by using that trusty rubber band or hair tie we mentioned earlier.
The Proof Is in The Pudding
You’ve done it! Your homemade flash bounce card is ready for action. Attach it onto your camera’s hot shoe or hold it in front of your flash at a slight angle. Now, when you snap away, the light will bounce off that shiny foil and give your subjects a soft, diffused glow – just like they’ve been blessed by wor Angel of the North.
Wrap It Up
So there you have it, lads and lasses! No need to fork out for an expensive flash bounce card when you can make one yourself with stuff lying around the house. Get creative and experiment with different angles and positions to achieve the desired lighting effect. Remember, sometimes all ya need is a bit of Geordie ingenuity to get the job done!
