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<p>Thanks, everyone. Tim, that's exactly why I want to start off with a softbox. I will check out what you've recommended, thank you! You've been a big help.</p>

<p>I just finished a class on studio lighting. I've been wanting to set up a home studio for portraits with a budget of about $250-$300 to start off. Does anyone recommend any kits (2 or 3 light modifiers, preferably softboxes) or just the modifiers costing about $175-$200? Thanks in advance!</p>

<p>I'm new to photography and I was looking to buy a tripod. Not an insanely expensive one for now, just a beginner's. I have a Nikon D40 camera (not sure if that matters, honestly) and I was on amazon looking for a good tripod and I came across this one that seemed to be rated pretty well.<br> http://www.amazon.com/Ravelli-APLT4-61-inch-Weight-Aluminum/dp/B004ZGLM5W/ref=sr_1_5?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1396816172&sr=1-5&keywords=tripod<br> Is this a good tripod to buy/any recommendations? Thanks in advance!!</p>