Mobile photo studio

Abstract

We offer a mobile photo studio 1 that provides a spacious shooting area and creates a relaxing atmosphere for people and pets. [Solution] The mobile photo studio 1 of the present invention is configured as a photo studio in the cargo area of ​​a vehicle, comprising at least a camera 20, lighting equipment 12, light-shielding members 24, background equipment, floor members 23, reflectors and / or diffusers, strobe devices 25, 26, and a power supply 27. The light-shielding members 24 are installed to cover the windows on the sides 13 and 14 of the cargo area, respectively. The background equipment consists of a holding part 22 fixed to the sides 13, 14 or ceiling 11 of the cargo area so as to conceal the driver's seat of the vehicle, and a background member 21. The opening created by opening the rear door 15 of the vehicle becomes the entrance to the photo studio, and the floor member 23 covers the floor surface 16 of the photo studio and the edge of the entrance opening.

Description

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[0001] The present invention relates to a mobile photo studio having a photo studio installed in a vehicle. [[BACKGROUND ART]]

[0002] Conventionally, mobile photo studios (hereinafter referred to as mobile photo studios) equipped with facilities specialized for photography using vans have been operated. Mobile photo studios have the advantage that high-quality photographs taken by professional photographers can be easily obtained without going to a physical photo studio. In addition, mobile photo studios are popular at festivals, animal events, parks, and the like, because they can formally take photos of pets in particular with the same quality as physical photo studios. In recent years, various improved mobile photo studios have been proposed.

[0003] Furthermore, in recent years, it has become common for people to post photos on posting sites of social networks (SNS). An example of SNS is Instagram (registered trademark), and photos of pets are particularly often posted, so there is demand for easily obtaining high-quality photos taken by professional photographers.

[0004] Patent Document 1 discloses a mobile photo studio that allows easy storage of articles used for photography. According to this invention, since the photographing space for photographing a subject and the storage space are separated in the vehicle, there is no need to store articles used for photography in the photographing space, and such articles can be stored in the storage space.

[0005] In addition, Patent Document 2 discloses a vehicle with a mobile pet studio, in which a vertically movable stage base is provided on the floor surface, and a stage section that allows a pet to be placed on the stage base is provided. According to this invention, on-site pet photography can be provided, still photographs can be easily taken even of active moving pets, and photographs can be produced with high satisfaction meeting the demands of pet owners. [[PRIOR ART DOCUMENTS]] [[PATENT DOCUMENTS]]

[0006] [Patent Document 1] Patent No. 7112798 [Patent Document 2] Patent No. 4675070 [Overview of the project] [Problems that the invention aims to solve]

[0007] The mobile photo studio described in Patent Document 1 has storage space inside the vehicle, which is convenient for storage, but this also means that the shooting space is narrow. A narrow shooting space can feel cramped, making it difficult to capture relaxed and good expressions. In the case of pets, while a narrow shooting space has the advantage of restricting their movement, the confined space can also be stressful, making photography difficult.

[0008] The mobile studio vehicle for pets described in Patent Document 2 has the advantage of making it easier to photograph pets by placing them on a stage platform and raising it to a certain height from the floor, which keeps them still. However, pets may be frightened or unwilling. If a pet is frightened or unwilling, it will be difficult to take good photos, so a more relaxed atmosphere for photography is desirable.

[0009] Furthermore, a service is desired that allows customers to select their favorite photos from those taken at the mobile photo studio and have them printed on the spot.

[0010] In view of the above problems, the present invention aims to provide a mobile photo studio that can create a relaxing atmosphere for people and pets and has a large shooting space. In particular, it aims to provide a mobile photo studio that can take photos even near the entrance of the cargo area of ​​a vehicle. It also aims to provide a mobile photo studio that can print the photos taken on the spot. [Means for solving the problem]

[0011] To solve the above problems, the present invention provides a mobile photo studio comprising a camera, lighting equipment, a light-shielding member, background equipment, a floor member, a reflector and / or diffuser, a strobe device, and a power supply device in the cargo compartment of a vehicle, wherein the light-shielding member is attached to cover a window on the side of the cargo compartment, the background equipment consists of a holding part fixed to the side or ceiling of the cargo compartment so as to conceal the driver's seat of the vehicle, and a background member held by the holding part, the opening created by opening the rear door of the vehicle becomes the entrance to the photo studio, and the floor member covers the floor surface of the photo studio and the edge of the entrance opening. The background member and the floor member may be integrated into a single unit. Furthermore, a terminal device and a printer are installed inside or outside the vehicle, and the camera can be connected to the terminal device. Furthermore, rods or rails may be attached to the ceiling or sides of the cargo compartment. Furthermore, stairs may be provided at the aforementioned entrance / exit. The aforementioned strobe devices may be installed one inside and one outside the cargo area. [Effects of the Invention]

[0012] The mobile photo studio of this invention offers a spacious shooting area, creating a relaxing atmosphere for people and pets. Furthermore, it allows for shooting even near the entrance / exit of a vehicle's cargo area. In addition, the mobile photo studio of this invention enables the immediate printing and provision of high-quality, professionally taken photographs. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0013] [Figure 1] This is a schematic diagram showing the internal structure of a mobile photo studio according to one embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 2] Figure 1 is a perspective view of the mobile photo studio seen from the rear entrance. [Figure 3] Figure 1 is an explanatory diagram showing how the mobile photo studio is used. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0014] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention (hereinafter abbreviated as "examples") will be described based on the drawings. In the following drawings, common parts are denoted by the same reference numerals, and redundant explanations for parts with the same reference numerals will be omitted. In the following description, pets are mainly used as examples of subjects, but the subject of the present invention is not limited to pets and may be a person.

[0015] The configuration of a mobile photo studio 1 according to one embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to Figures 1 to 3. The mobile photo studio 1 is constructed using an existing vehicle (van) that has a large cargo area behind the driver's seat and no rear seats. The larger the cargo area, the larger the shooting space. As shown in Figures 1 to 3, the cargo area of ​​the vehicle consists of a ceiling 11, left and right sides 13 and 14 when viewed from the rear of the vehicle, a rear door 15, and a floor 16. The floor 16 has a protrusion 17 where the rear wheels of the vehicle are located, but it is covered with cushioning material to prevent injury to people or pets. The rear door 15 of the vehicle is fixed in an open position approximately horizontally, and its opening serves as an entrance and exit for people and pets.

[0016] The cargo area is equipped with at least a camera 20, lighting equipment 12, light-shielding members 24, background equipment, floor members 23, reflectors and / or diffusers, strobe devices 25, 26, and a power supply 27, forming a photo studio 10. The photo studio 10 may also be equipped with a computer for monitoring photos, stuffed animals that the pet being photographed might enjoy, props such as chairs, and interior decorations.

[0017] As shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, the camera 20 of the present embodiment is arranged to be hand-held by a photographer for use, but the camera 20 may be fixed inside or outside the photo studio 10 using a photography auxiliary device such as a tripod. The type of the camera 20 is not particularly limited, but a single-lens reflex camera such as those used by professional photographers in photo studios is preferable. Further, it is preferably a digital camera so that data of captured photographs can be transmitted. In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 3, the camera 20 is used by being hand-held by the photographer. In FIG. 3, the photographer takes a photograph inside the photo studio 10, but photographing outside the photo studio 10 is preferable since it makes it easier to focus the camera 20.

[0018] A wiring duct rail 11a (lighting rail) and a pole 11b (rod) are provided on a ceiling 11 of the photo studio 10. In the present embodiment, two wiring duct rails 11a are installed on the ceiling 11, and two poles 11b (rods) are installed on the ceiling 11 near the upper portions of left and right side surfaces 13 and 14. The number of wiring duct rails 11a and poles 11b is not limited to that in the present embodiment, and any number may be installed. Further, the wiring duct rails 11a and the poles 11b may be installed on the left and right side surfaces 13 and 14. Since current passes through the entire inside of the wiring duct rail 11a, a small lighting fixture can be attached at any position on the rail. Also, various objects can be hung or fixed on the pole 11b, and in the present embodiment, a holding portion 22 of a background facility described later is fixed to the pole 11b. Furthermore, the pole 11b can be used to fix a strobe device 25 so that it does not fall over.

[0019] The illumination device 12 is, for example, an LED. Illumination provided in a cargo compartment of a vehicle may be used as the illumination device. In the present embodiment, two illumination fixtures 12 are attached to the wiring duct rail 11a. The number of illumination fixtures 12 is not limited to two, and may be one, or three or more. Further, a stand-type illumination device may be used. The inside of the photo studio 10 can be brightly illuminated by the illumination device 12.

[0020] The light shielding member 24 is attached so as to cover the windows provided on the left and right side surfaces 14 behind the driver's seat of the vehicle. A light shielding member may also be attached to the window in front of the driver's seat. The light shielding member may be any member as long as it can block light from the vehicle window, and may be a curtain, a blind, a shade, a roll screen, a bamboo blind, a window film, or the like. A combination of these light shielding members may also be used. In this embodiment, as the light shielding member 24, a sunshade is attached to the window (not shown), and a curtain is hung thereon. Attaching the light shielding member 24 facilitates light adjustment, making it possible to obtain high-quality photographs comparable to those taken in a photo studio. The light shielding member 24 is normally attached inside the vehicle, but can also be removed as needed depending on the surrounding weather, for night photography, and the like.

[0021] The background equipment includes a holding portion 22 fixed to the side surfaces 13, 14 or the ceiling 11 of the cargo compartment so as to hide the driver's seat of the vehicle, and a background member 21 held by the holding portion 22. In this embodiment, as described above, the holding portion 22 is fixed to the ceiling 11 (near the upper portions of the left and right side surfaces 13, 14) via the pole 11b. The background member 21 is a cloth (curtain) or a roll screen, and is held by the holding portion 22. The material of the background member 21 is not particularly limited, and may be cloth (woven fabric), vinyl (synthetic resin), non-woven fabric, reinforced paper, or the like, but a material with high durability and less prone to dust adhesion is preferable. An existing curtain or roll screen may be used as the background member 21.

[0022] As shown in Figures 1-3, the floor member 23 covers the floor surface 16 of the photo studio 10 and the edge of the entrance opening. Because the floor member 23 covers not only the floor surface 16 but also the edge of the entrance opening, even when shooting near the entrance, the interior of the car (or the edge of the car) does not appear in the background, providing high-quality photographs that do not give the impression that they were taken inside a car. When photographing pets, they often move around inside the car, and shooting is often done near the entrance, so this kind of ingenuity is necessary. The material of the floor member 23 is not particularly limited, similar to the background member 21, and can be cloth (woven fabric), vinyl (synthetic resin), nonwoven fabric, reinforced paper, etc., but a material that is highly durable, resistant to dust, and non-slip is preferable because people and pets will be walking on it. Existing carpets or mats may be used for the floor member 23. The space from the background equipment to the entrance becomes the shooting space. In this invention, since there is no storage space in the cargo area of ​​the vehicle as in Patent Document 1, a large shooting space can be provided. As a result, pets, etc., can run around in the shooting space.

[0023] The background member 21 and the floor member 23 may be integrated. In that case, for example, the background member 21 is made of a single large piece of cloth and covers the floor surface 16 of the photo studio 10. Because the background member 21 and the floor member 23 are integrated, the number of parts is small, making installation and management easy, and the part on the floor surface 16 is less likely to shift.

[0024] The atmosphere of the photo studio 10 changes depending on the materials used for the background material 21 and the floor material 23, which affects the subject, such as a pet. Furthermore, since these materials form the background of the photograph, they can also change the overall atmosphere of the photograph. For example, if relatively thick, deep-colored fabrics are used for the background material 21 and the floor material 23, the photo studio 10 can be made to have an elegant and calm atmosphere, providing a space where the subject, such as a pet, can easily relax. The resulting photograph will also have a calmer feel.

[0025] Both reflectors and diffusers are tools used to adjust light during photography, and one or both can be used. Placing a diffuser in front of the strobe light unit softens and diffuses the light. A reflector can also be used to adjust the contrast of the light, making the subject appear more three-dimensional. Combining a reflector and a diffuser allows for softer light from the strobe light unit while reducing shadows. In this embodiment, a diffuser is attached to the strobe light unit 26, and a reflector is used as needed. The reflector is not limited to a hard material; a cloth material (such as a curtain) can be used as a substitute. For example, using a white curtain as the light-blocking member 24 can reflect soft light.

[0026] A strobe light is a lighting device that emits a strong light instantaneously, and various types with different performance characteristics and dimensions are available. In this embodiment, existing strobe lights 25 and 26, similar to those used in photo studios, are used. By using strobe lights 25 and 26, it is possible to take bright photos even in dark places, and to take stable photos of moving subjects without blurring. In this embodiment, two strobe lights 25 and 26 are installed one inside and one outside the photo studio 10 (storage room). As shown in Figures 2 and 3, the strobe light 25 is secured to the pole 11b with a string or the like to prevent it from falling over. If the strobe light 25 can be installed stably, it does not need to be secured to the pole 11b.

[0027] Furthermore, by installing strobe devices 26 not only inside the photo studio 10 but also outside, it is possible to take stable, blur-free photos of subjects even when shooting near entrances and exits. This is especially useful for pets, who tend to move around a lot, as using the outdoor strobe device 26 allows for more efficient shooting. Depending on the location of the photo studio 10, the weather, and the subject, it may be acceptable to use only one of the strobe devices 25 or 26. Alternatively, as mentioned above, a diffuser may be used.

[0028] The power supply unit 27 supplies power to the lighting equipment 12, the strobe device 25, the personal computer 30, the printer 40, etc. Although it is possible to use the vehicle's power supply for these electronic devices for a very short time, in the case of a typical car, using it for several hours will drain the car battery, making it impossible to start the engine. Therefore, it is necessary to provide the power supply unit 27.

[0029] As shown in Figures 1 and 2, a staircase 50 may be provided at the opening (entrance) of the photo studio 10. While the staircase 50 is not a mandatory feature, its presence makes it easier to get in and out of the vehicle (photo studio 10). This is especially helpful for small pets and the elderly, as getting in and out of the vehicle can be strenuous, and the staircase 50 can alleviate this burden. The staircase 50 may be constructed by combining platforms of different heights, as in this embodiment, or an existing staircase may be used.

[0030] Furthermore, as shown in Figures 1 and 2, the terminal device 30 and printer 40 may be installed inside or outside the vehicle. In this embodiment, the terminal device 30 and printer 40 are installed outside the vehicle to widen the shooting space. The terminal device 30 is connected to the camera 20 by wire, USB, wireless communication, etc. The terminal device 30 is also connected to the printer 40 by wire, USB, wireless communication, etc. The terminal device 30 can be any device that can view and edit the captured photos, such as a laptop computer, tablet, or smartphone. In this embodiment, a laptop computer 30 is used.

[0031] The laptop computer 30 can be placed on a stand 31 or shelf for easy viewing and editing of photographs. Furthermore, the photographs viewed and edited on the laptop computer can be printed using the printer 40. It is preferable that the printer 40 also be placed on a stand 31 or shelf, similar to the laptop computer 30. The laptop computer 30 and the printer 40 may also be placed on separate stands 31 or shelves.

[0032] The printer 40 is preferably capable of printing in various sizes, such as photocard size, L-size, and A4 size, or it is preferable to have two printers installed to enable printing in various sizes. This allows for printing photos that meet the customer's needs and handing them over on the spot.

[0033] The digital data of the photos taken can be sent to the user via Instagram®, email, etc. Furthermore, users can purchase printed copies of the photos using existing online photo sales services. In this way, users can choose their preferred photos and sizes, as well as their preferred delivery method, making it highly convenient.

[0034] As described above, the mobile photo studio of the present invention has a spacious shooting area, and by devising light-shielding materials and background equipment, it can create a relaxing environment for people or pets. Furthermore, it can be used for shooting even near the entrance of the cargo area of ​​a vehicle. Moreover, with the mobile photo studio of the present invention, consumers can avoid the trouble of going to a photo studio and obtain high-quality professionally taken photographs on the spot.

[0035] It should be noted that the mobile photo studio described above is merely an example, and its configuration can be modified as appropriate without departing from the spirit of the invention. [Explanation of symbols]

[0036] 1 Mobile Photo Studio 10 Photo Studios 11 Ceiling 11a Wiring duct rail 11b Paul 12 Lighting equipment 13,14 Side view 15 Rear door 16 Floor surface 17 Convex part 20 cameras 21 Background material 22 Holding part 23 Floor components 24 Light-shielding material 25,26 Strobe device 27 Power supply 30 Terminal devices (personal computers) 31 units 40 Printers 50 stairs

Claims

1. A mobile photography studio is configured in the cargo area of ​​a vehicle, equipped with at least a camera, lighting equipment, light-shielding members, background equipment, floor members, reflectors and / or diffusers, strobe devices, and power supply devices, The light-shielding member is installed so as to cover the window on the side of the cargo compartment. The background equipment consists of a retaining part fixed to the side or ceiling of the cargo compartment so as to conceal the driver's seat of the vehicle, and a background member held by the retaining part. The opening created by opening the rear door of the aforementioned vehicle becomes the entrance to the aforementioned photo studio. The floor member is characterized in that it covers the floor surface of the photo studio and the opening edge of the doorway. A mobile photo studio.

2. A mobile photo studio according to claim 1, characterized in that the background member and the floor member are integrated.

3. A mobile photo studio according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that a terminal device and a printer are installed inside or outside the vehicle, and the camera is connected to the terminal device.

4. A mobile photo studio according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that a rod or rail is attached to the ceiling or side of the cargo compartment.

5. A mobile photo studio according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that a staircase is provided at the entrance.

6. A mobile photo studio according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that one strobe device is installed inside and one outside the cargo compartment.

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