SETUP 2 Take it further

Blur the backdrop

Try exploring ways to blur the background. We painted a piece of black card with some of the leftover body paints, then waved it in a circular motion behind our subject. Using a slower shutter speed of 1/30 sec, we were able to capture motion blur in the backdrop while our subject – who stays as still as possible – remains sharp. As well as motion blur, we also experimented with angles to blur parts of the body. Above, our subject is lying on her back. By focusing on the lashes, the rest of the body is soft.

kit needed: Leftover paints, black card Exposure: 1/30 sec, f/4.5, ISO400