DIY Photography Hacks: creative lighting accessories you can make in your kitchen

Why not try making a flash diffuser from a two-pint milk carton? Using a diffuser on a flashgun can help give your portraits a warmer feel. The translucent plastic used to make milk cartons is perfect for this.

How to make a DIY large flash diffuser: step 1

Step 1

Cut your milk carton in half. The bottom part is your diffuser, so make sure it's big enough to fit your flash.

How to make a DIY large flash diffuser: step 2

Step 2

Attach it to the flash with tape and ensure that the end of the carton is about a centimetre from the flash.