Studio size?

[roskav]

I am deciding to put my server in another room as it's just too noisy.  I also took my compass out yesterday and was a bit shocked at how severe the magnetic fields in the office are.  I'm looking at two other rooms in the building with a view to renting them.  I don't want to fork out loads for just storage space so I thought I might be able to do some small studio work in the room also.  They are very small with standard ceiling heights but would suit headshots or architectural model work... which one would you go for?  All dims in meters!

Cheers

Ros

[n1x0n]

Go for the 7x2.5 room. Other one is way too short/small even for headshots, considering the space that will be occupied by server enclosure/desk.

You need at least 5 meters for normal background>model>photographer distance and thats for headshots only!

[Hank]

I agree!  

In addition to all the space required by the photographer and gear, consider the space behind your subjects.  You need separation from the backdrop for managing DOF plus space for options like hair lights and background lights.  If you plan to change backdrops frequently you'll also need some kind of backdrop hanging system, and the best solutions take up space, too.

[roskav]

Hi guys thanks for the opinions.  Yup I think it's the long room although there is no real space on the sides so I'll be limited to one person.  One thing I have found handy in tight spaces is bounced flash.. either from a white wall or suspended ceiling... in fact I find a low ceiling pretty good for certain types of bounce.  One other good thing is the long window ... I can pull down blinds at various points for side/back light  during any natural light photography .. which I think is better for a nervous sitter.

Cheers

Ros