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The reflector is one of our favorite tools; simple, easy to use, and *shiny*. This DIY has those same great features, with added sparkle! We’re going to show you how to make your own disco-ball-esque reflector using mirrors. You can use this DIY reflector to make a cool grid of light to shine on your subjects or to ward off vampires. If you <3 shiny things as much as we do, then you'll love this DIY that will turn your plain old silver and white reflectors green with envy. p.s. Follow us on Twitter today! We’re letting you guys take over our stream today!! We’ll re-tweet the best photo stories you send us. Why it’s cool:
This is a DIY double whammy; we were inspired by a glamorous sequined party dress, and we get to experiment with new photo techniques. Sweet! This reflector uses mirror pieces arranged in a grid to reflect the pattern back onto the subject. Think concentrated disco ball awesomeness. Ingredients:
*Note:We found 12″x12″ tiles locally. Feel free to go on a scavenger hunt for smaller tiles so there’s less cutting involved! SAFETY REQUIREMENT: The mirror pieces are capital “s” Sharp! It’s important to wear gloves while handling the glass at all times. We used rubber kitchen gloves, but anything other than soft cotton should work well. STEP 1: Bigger Isn’t Always Better
The glass cutter works by scoring the glass and then applying pressure so that it cracks along the scored line. We’re going to cut the first tile in half, so score a line down the center. TIP: The glass cutter can have a mind of it’s own at times. Don’t worry if your lines aren’t perfectly spaced or perfectly straight! Step 2: Do a Split: Snap the Big Tile in Half
Hold the tile with two hands, one on the edge on either side of the scored line. Then, apply firm, even pressure to the back side of the tile until it snaps in half. Continue to do this until you have strips that are about one inch wide. Step 3: New High Score: Make 1×1 Tiles
Step 4: Glue Time
We’re using a grid pattern, but we use that term lightly. Eyeball it and feel free to get a little reckless! Step 5: Sparkle Time
Find the nearest person and add some sparkle to their life! Tips for Use: In order to get the best effect from the reflector, use a large, hard light source to reflect back on your subject. Thankfully, us Earthlings have the big, beautiful sun to work with! Get a Little More Glam (We Don’t Blame You)
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