The photographer uses cheap everyday items as a props when taking photos

Kai Boettcher, a photographer based in Kaiserslautern, Germany, grabs the attention of his Instagram fans with photos showing the before and after moments of his artistic portraits.

Photos show him transforming seemingly mundane things into stunning portrait backdrops - using equipment and props that many people probably already have.

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1. Kai Betcher said he wants to share his behind-the-scenes moments to show people that you don't always have to spend money on fancy equipment to take vibrant photos.

2. Betcher sometimes takes pictures of himself in stationery or hardware stores - and he gets creative with common subjects.

3. In this photo, Bettcher has transformed a bush into a magical portrait.

4. Here he took a picture using his iPhone and his model held up a palm leaf.

5. In another shot, Betcher used leaves and natural light to capture a powerful portrait.

6. Here, the showerhead and neon light is used to create a unique effect.

7. By using minimal editing and finding beauty in everyday objects, Betcher proves that anyone with a creative vision can bring it to life.