Need Advice about Studio Lighting PLEASE???? :)
Jan 3, 2012 07:49:42 #
Continous lighting is essential for video and as someone stated earlier, you can see the results as you go on the LCD without flashing. Then again, of they're sensitive to light.then continuous are always on instead of just popping and going back to a modelling light.
Check out my posts from yesterday in resources for a review of a CowboyStudio continuous lighting kit and an Fstoppers entry for using strobes.
--Ray
Check out my posts from yesterday in resources for a review of a CowboyStudio continuous lighting kit and an Fstoppers entry for using strobes.
--Ray
Jan 3, 2012 09:04:21 #
What camera are you using.
I have the 60D and I can trigger my 430EX (on a stand) with my camera-- no extra trigger needed (and it utilizes the ETTL)
Learn about he flash you have before buying anything else.
I have the 60D and I can trigger my 430EX (on a stand) with my camera-- no extra trigger needed (and it utilizes the ETTL)
Learn about he flash you have before buying anything else.
Jan 3, 2012 09:07:05 #
Bekkie
Loc: Ohio, USA
Lots of great advice here. I am working on learning studio lighting as well. Sure do appreciate all you experts jumping in here.
Jan 3, 2012 09:18:18 #
Dria wrote:
What camera are you using.
I have the 60D and I can trigger my 430EX (on a stand) with my camera-- no extra trigger needed (and it utilizes the ETTL)
Learn about he flash you have before buying anything else.
I have the 60D and I can trigger my 430EX (on a stand) with my camera-- no extra trigger needed (and it utilizes the ETTL)
Learn about he flash you have before buying anything else.
I agree 100% :thumbup:
I also think that a reflector is a wise choice. You can get a decent 5-in-1 off Amazon by Neewer for under $15.
http://www.amazon.com/Collapsible-Portable-Photographic-Lighting-Reflector/dp/B003UYILFE/
Here are the links to the videos I mentioned earlier (I was using my phone when I posted the comment)...
Continuous Lighting Kit: http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-18990-1.html
Using Strobes for Magazine Cover Shot: http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-18994-1.html
--Ray
Jan 3, 2012 10:48:56 #
Nice photo shots. could you show an example of you flash grid that you are using.
Thanks.
Bob
Thanks.
Bob
Jan 3, 2012 12:09:01 #
digicamking
Loc: Raleigh, NC
jazzyam wrote:
Hey Guys ... I missed several replies while gone f... (show quote)
Captain Cave somme very good advice. I vote for his reply to you
Jan 3, 2012 12:13:26 #
Jan 3, 2012 13:23:18 #
CaptainC wrote:
Well, it is your choice, but strobes (Canon or Nikon Speedlights) are more powerful than continuous, far easier to modulate the power, easier to transport, have access to the TTL flash system, have access to an increasing number of really cool light modifiers - small to medium softboxes (rectangular, strips, octas) beauty dishes, bounce devices.
Continuous is cheaper. Can let you see the lighting effect before you fire the camera.
Continuous is cheaper. Can let you see the lighting effect before you fire the camera.
I have also been trying to figure out the pro/con of continuous vs strobe ... thank you for a succinct reply.
Jan 3, 2012 13:42:44 #
PhotoJosh wrote:
I actually looked around on eBay and amazon trying... (show quote)
I recommend that you take a look at the Alien Bees line sold by Paul Buff. Not only are these fine flashes but they are attractively priced. More than that, Buff markets a complete line of flash modifiers - beauty dish, grids, flash boxes of all size - that are tailored to his line of flashes. These are also reasonably priced.
Jan 3, 2012 16:34:45 #
PhotoJosh wrote:
If you have a way of shooting your flash off camer... (show quote)
Nice work, Josh! Beautiful!
Jan 3, 2012 16:44:36 #
Jan 3, 2012 16:48:39 #
Could you share how you set the shot up with the lady and the fence.....Tell us how you made such a grand shot.....This is just toooooo good to be true...you are a true pro...
Jan 3, 2012 17:16:14 #
Continuous or flash in a studio? It all depends on your subject. For portraits, I use flash because incandescent bulbs get very hot. But, I shoot a lot of small products and jewelry. For those, I use incandescent lighting (I've never had a necklace complain about how hot the light is). With stationary subjects, you can afford to use longer shutter speeds (e.g., 2 seconds), and you can see the results before you shoot.
I'm uploading a couple shots using continuous (incandescent) lighting.
I'm uploading a couple shots using continuous (incandescent) lighting.
Jan 3, 2012 17:39:45 #
This is just one example of how a pro works with images....The still life with the pearls is a grand slam of quality....This is what everyone should strive for............
Jan 3, 2012 19:00:51 #
Love the beauty dish photos, but I have been ask to do more family portraits than single portraits. I use a medium softbox and a shoot throw umbrella for fill light. Sometimes I end up with the images a little flat. My studio is not wide enough to get 45 degree lighting unless it is really close, and my lights do not adjust down low enough; that is one of the drawbacks to the cheaper strobes. Maybe so one can give me some pointers too.
www.imagesbydalelonglake.com
www.imagesbydalelonglake.com
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