Shooting prop money under bright studio lighting presents unique optical challenges. Real polymer Australian banknotes reflect high-output LED panels and Fresnel fixtures, creating blown-out specular highlights that ruin close-up focus.
PROPPS PTY LTD engineered our cinema series prop notes specifically to overcome this obstacle. Our 120gsm matte finish absorbs harsh incident light while maintaining vivid saturation for the emerald greens of the $100 and the rich ochre gold of the $50.
DP Pro Tips: - Use soft, diffused side lighting (cross-key) rather than direct top-down lighting to highlight note texture without glare. - Incorporate subtle back-rim lighting to define the edges of strapped bundles against dark mahogany desks or metal vault surfaces. - In high-speed slow-motion shots (120fps+), our matte paper maintains crisp micro-contrast as notes flutter through the air.
