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Large DIY reflectors/V flats without Foamcore board?

Started Jun 25, 2017 | Discussions thread
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CircuitalPlacidity New Member • Posts: 15
Large DIY reflectors/V flats without Foamcore board?

Hi guys,

So my dilemma is as follows. I was looking into making some large V flats for my studio but I am unable to find pieces of Foamcore big enough. However, I remembered seeing this video (http://kevinkubotablog.com/kubota-blog/2013/6/7/the-diy-panel-diffuser-for-photographers) for building a large DIY diffusor.

My idea now is to build 4 frames as seen in the link (but 4'x8') and cover two with black fabric as a "negative reflector" and 2 with white fabric for a white reflector. They will be connected by Velcro on the sides so they can stand on their own and serve as V flats. They will also be able to be held by an assistant as really large reflectors.

Does anyone see a problem with using them as V-flats? I assume the fabric would do the same thing as the black and white foamcore board correct?

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