Hello...I'm new to the site!!! Need help setting up home studio!
Feb 14, 2014 08:17:13 #
Debilou
Loc: Missouri
I have a Nikon D3100/18-55mm, 70-300mm, 50mm f1.8, light stands, backdrops...just dont really know how to set things up right and need help with poses, settings etc!
Feb 14, 2014 08:35:43 #
If you can take a coars with the PPofA I was great with film now digital I'm at a loss. What I could do in 3 min. in the studio probably 5 hours in photoshop now. Good luck
Feb 14, 2014 09:07:41 #
Feb 14, 2014 09:27:18 #
You need a LOT more experience than anyone can just tell you on a photo forum...
You won't understand much of it overnight; at first...then it will gradually sink in.
I suggest you buy some books and get to studying...not sure what you know or don't know at this point so I won't be more specific than that.
You won't understand much of it overnight; at first...then it will gradually sink in.
I suggest you buy some books and get to studying...not sure what you know or don't know at this point so I won't be more specific than that.
Feb 14, 2014 09:46:06 #
Setting up a home studio does not mean wanting to be a pro from the get go, more like wanting to learn...
Nothing wrong or extravagant in this request for assistance.
As to asking here (UHH), it is really asking for trouble as the initial reactions show.
Nothing wrong or extravagant in this request for assistance.
As to asking here (UHH), it is really asking for trouble as the initial reactions show.
Feb 14, 2014 18:35:49 #
amehta
Loc: Boston
Debilou wrote:
I have a Nikon D3100/18-55mm, 70-300mm, 50mm f1.8, light stands, backdrops...just dont really know how to set things up right and need help with poses, settings etc!
Lighting is the most important next step. What flashes do you have, and how will you trigger them?
Feb 14, 2014 21:23:28 #
I'm with Rpavich here. You need to do some self-study to get at least some basics. there are tons of great resources both on the net and from books. Check out Amherst Media for books on all the subjects you mentioned and more. I could answer every question you asked, but you need to take more responsibility for for your education. Come back and ask specific questions after you learn the basics and have some initial experience.
There are all kinds of setups, an infinite number of "settings" and posing could take weeks to discuss.
There are all kinds of setups, an infinite number of "settings" and posing could take weeks to discuss.
Feb 14, 2014 21:41:14 #
Debilou wrote:
I have a Nikon D3100/18-55mm, 70-300mm, 50mm f1.8, light stands, backdrops...just dont really know how to set things up right and need help with poses, settings etc!
Deb, welcome to the Hog and happy Valentines Day.
Regardless of what you have, google portrait photography with one light/two lights/three lights etc. google Adorama TV and look at all of their videos that are related to lighting and portraits. There is a wealth of info there. And don't ask here anything you don't understand.
Good luck. ;-)
SS
Feb 14, 2014 22:50:28 #
olcoach
Loc: Oregon
SharpShooter wrote:
Deb, welcome to the Hog and happy Valentines Day.
Regardless of what you have, google portrait photography with one light/two lights/three lights etc. google Adorama TV and look at all of their videos that are related to lighting and portraits. There is a wealth of info there. And don't ask here anything you don't understand.
Good luck. ;-)
SS
Regardless of what you have, google portrait photography with one light/two lights/three lights etc. google Adorama TV and look at all of their videos that are related to lighting and portraits. There is a wealth of info there. And don't ask here anything you don't understand.
Good luck. ;-)
SS
Sharp shooter: did your ending sentence get twisted?
Feb 14, 2014 23:24:24 #
Debilou wrote:
I have a Nikon D3100/18-55mm, 70-300mm, 50mm f1.8, light stands, backdrops...just dont really know how to set things up right and need help with poses, settings etc!
First welcome to the hog. Some great folks here but you need to be more specific with your questions to get positive feed back.
I actually am starting on the same quest your are with the home studio. I have found a lot of info on YouTube and another web site DIgital photography school. They have a lot of fairly cheap e books a stuff that I find helpful. You can also go to the resources section on here for almost anything.
Good luck and shoot shoot shoot. That's the best way to learn.
Feb 15, 2014 00:17:05 #
olcoach wrote:
Sharp shooter: did your ending sentence get twisted?
It's a good thing I have a coach to watch me!
Sorry Deb, my last line was supposed to say, DO, DO, DO, ask anything you want!! :lol:
SS
PS, Coach, are you a coach in Oregon?
I've run many a lap at Hayward Field!
Feb 15, 2014 08:53:53 #
Debilou wrote:
I have a Nikon D3100/18-55mm, 70-300mm, 50mm f1.8, light stands, backdrops...just dont really know how to set things up right and need help with poses, settings etc!
Best advice you can get is from Captain C. He knows.
Feb 15, 2014 09:19:00 #
This is a good time to check and see if you have a local or state professional photography group the you can join, or at least, attend a convention. They have programs to see that cover topics that are aimed at entry level to seasoned photographers. The trade show lets you see equipment before you buy it and the other suppliers (color labs, framers, etc.) can be helpful also. The shows usually have a print exhibit that you can learn whats new in photography. Good luck.
Feb 15, 2014 09:30:56 #
BobbyH
Loc: County Antrim
if you go to youtube and type in setting up home studio you will come across some help
Feb 15, 2014 09:47:01 #
Debilou wrote:
I have a Nikon D3100/18-55mm, 70-300mm, 50mm f1.8, light stands, backdrops...just dont really know how to set things up right and need help with poses, settings etc!
Check out Creativelive.com. It is one of the best learning sites on the internet today. Warning....it is addictive.
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