Ring lights are designed for a soft, low, but very even light output. They are useful for macro photography (taking very close up images of stamps, coins, small models, insects, etc.) You can make your own ring light out of plywood, light sockets, tape, cord & plug and some wire.
You’ll need to be comfortable with basic hand tools and will probably need to work with a power saw and drill, unless you find a sufficient work around which is quite possible. Be ready to spend about $30-$40 and an hour or two.
