The photographer himself: 18 simplest life hacks that will make you the god of photography

Professional photography equipment can cost thousands of dollars, but it is not necessary to sell the last shirt. If you have the time and patience and are not afraid to work with your hands, there are simple and ingenious life hacks for photographers that will help achieve almost the same beautiful special effects as the equipment, but for a much lower price.

Foil can be used to give a glare effect.

For underwater shooting, you can use an aquarium.

An ordinary strainer and an unusual shade.

With a piece of cloth and cardboard, you can make an inexpensive seamless background image system.

The perfect photo for Instagram.

Play with visual perception.

Don't be afraid to add a little light and bulbs.

Try to cut out a heart in cardboard — you will get highlights in the form of hearts.

Life hack for macro photography.

Use sunglasses as a filter.

Use a package lubricated with vaseline to get a softly coloring effect.

With the help of ordinary cardboard, you can create any shadows.

Create a ring of fire with the help of wire, tape and lights.

Add a couple.

An ordinary package will help you take photos with the effect.

With the help of lace, you can take an unusual selfie.

Color filter using a plastic bag.

Scotch tape and felt—tip pen - a colorful filter.