Simple Soft Lighting
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Simple soft light is easy. It's easier than you might think and by following these steps, you can make it most anywhere.
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Flashphobia - I Learned a New Word
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For a long time I have been aware that for some folks, the idea of using a flash is anathema. Honestly I have yet to understand why flash is so disliked by such folks, but I have recently learned a new word, flashphobia. This is saddening to me, being such a flash fan, so I want to understand what it is and how to help folks manage this fear and learn to embrace their flash.
Read MoreSlow Sync and Fill Flash - A Solution to a Vexing Problem
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Managing ambient and flash together is very powerful but requires thoughtful planning, particularly when your primary subject’s luminosity is nowhere near middle grey.
Read MoreLighting for Close Up Photography
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Managing the light is critical in close up photography. Join me to learn a practice that works.
Read MoreFill Flash Made Simple
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This article is meant for photographers who want to expand their skills and comfort levels with controlled light. While it will work for snapshot makers, it does require a tiny bit of work.
Read MoreYour Simplest Way to Improve Your Lighting
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In this article, learn how a very simple tool can really make the difference in your single light photographs
Read MoreAre You Missing Out on Hard Reflectors?
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Hard reflectors are too often ignored when designing lighting. In this article I offer insight as to why you should be reconsidering their use.
Read MoreA Comprehensive Guide to Hot Shoe Flash Light Shapers
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Using light shaping tools with your on camera hotshoe flash greatly extend and expand what you can do with your portable sun. In this article I explore your options.
Read MoreThe Most Versatile Studio Light Shaper
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Hello readers, I am asked from time to time which light shaper one should buy first for studio lighting. My answer is not the common one. To learn more, you will just have to read the article
Read MoreAdding Flash Most of the Time
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Are there images where flash doesn’t add value? Yes, but they are much rarer than you probably think
Read MoreReview : Kamerar D-Fuse Trapezoid Cylinder Light Panel Softbox
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You should not have to spend a fortune to make the light from LED panels softer. And you don’t! Read on for my review of the Kamerar D-Fuse softbox for LED panels.
Read MoreWhy Would I Use a Grid on a Light?
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Learning to use lighting grids can help you transform your lighting from average to spectacular. Join me as we explore this awesome tool.
Read MoreMust Have Light Shaper : The Umbrella
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Every photographer should have at least one light shaper and if only one, it should be an umbrella. There is nothing simpler, easier to use and more forgiving
Read MoreReview : Godox LITEMONS LA150D Continuous LED Light
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If you are seeking a very powerful LED light that handles like a studio strobe and can take the common Bowens S mount connector for light shapers, this Godox unit is for you
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Understanding High Speed Sync
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Understanding and using High Speed Sync for flash opens a whole new realm of lighting possibilities without the constraint of a maximum shutter speed with flash.
Read MoreStrobes and Light Shapers - How Do You Choose?
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Choosing speed lights or strobes or light shapers should not be harder than it is, yet it is made challenging particularly given the amount of BS being shovelled around on these subjects. Avoid stepping in something lousy by checking out this article
Read MoreUsing Continuous Lighting for Photography
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As we look at lighting options for photography, we are directed either to flash or continuous light. For years, flash has been the choice of professionals because of its controllability, output variability and power. As creatives embrace more video (you are out there, somewhere…) the consideration of using continuous lighting is increasing. This time we will look at options today for continuous lighting for photography.
Read MoreWhy Use On Camera Flash?
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I saw a question from a user this week that I thought was pertinent. The user has heard over and over that on camera flash is “bad” but wanted to know when and if it made sense. I think that this is a great question so let’s take some time to think about this.
Read MoreSpeedlights or Strobes?
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When do you know you need to step up your lighting from speedlights? What are the pros and cons of going to strobes? You’re in the right place because this is where you will find the answers!
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