Getting the perfect shot requires a lot of meticulous calculations on the depth, angle and creative properties of a picture. But sometimes (or most of the times) all you need is the perfect lighting condition. If you want to achieve that soft glow in your photographs then this DIY tutorial for a flash diffuser is perfect for you. Follow the simple instructions and you're on your way to a beautiful photo.

Instructions:

• Cut a piece of your mat board half an inch wide and wrap it around flash head and hold it together by stapling the ends. This will hold the diffuser on to the flash.

• Download the template and stick it in your black/white mat board. Tape the template to the white side of the mat board. Cut on the solid lines and fold on the dotted ones.

The rest of the steps await after the jump!