How to make a photography POSING BOX. DIY photo cube

10/02/2024 ISO 1200 Magazine 0 Comments

A photography posing box, also known as a photo cube, is an essential tool in any professional studio. It’s used for creative portraiture and product photography by providing different posing angles and levels for models or objects. While you can buy posing boxes commercially, creating one yourself is a cost-effective and fulfilling project. Dawid Rymar outlines the step-by-step process of building your own photography posing box, ensuring durability, functionality, and a professional finish.

Materials and Tools

Before starting, gather all the necessary materials. For this project, you will need:

Posing Box shopping list:

- 3 x MDF board 18mm thick, 600mm x 600mm
- 2 x MDF board 18mm thick, 600mm x 564mm - wood glue
- box of 12mm-16 mm wood screws ( less than the thickness of MDF board )
- box of 40 mm wood screws
- set of L shaped wit 4 screw holes each (I have used 16 pieces in my project)
- 120mm grain size sand paper
- exterior wood paint (1l ) of desired color
- protection foil

Rolling platform shopping list:

- 1 x MDF board 18mm thick, 600mm x 600mm
- 4 of small wheels
- short screws (less than the thickness of MDF board)

Building your own photography posing box is not only a cost-effective solution but also a highly customizable project. You can tailor the size, color, and finish to suit your specific studio needs. With a little effort, you’ll have a professional-grade posing cube that can add a variety of levels and creative angles to your photo sessions.

Image and video via Dawid Rymar