Quality of light
Sep 18, 2022 12:55:24 #
Comments on the quality of light please.
I have an idea for an interval ( opening of a flower) shoot in the spring, since it maybe a bit breezy and the light will be constantly changing, I'm going to use a studio strobe ( because I have them) the shots were different power settings and through a 4" homemade snoot to control the spread of light and with a double layer of diffusion paper to soften the light.
Sorry I forgot the images
I have an idea for an interval ( opening of a flower) shoot in the spring, since it maybe a bit breezy and the light will be constantly changing, I'm going to use a studio strobe ( because I have them) the shots were different power settings and through a 4" homemade snoot to control the spread of light and with a double layer of diffusion paper to soften the light.
Sorry I forgot the images
Sep 18, 2022 13:11:01 #
Sep 18, 2022 13:20:37 #
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Sep 18, 2022 13:23:35 #
HRoss wrote:
I prefer #2. More highlights/contrast IMHO.
Thank you, I moved the light closer to the subject
Sep 18, 2022 13:25:12 #
Increasing strobe intensity decreases the effect of ambient.
I personally prefer more coherent/parallel light over diffuse light. This more nearly approximates sunlight (direct sunlight anyway) and creates sharper shadows and increases contrast. Coherent light is difficult to achieve with a flash and of course if you use diffusion paper then you will get diffuse light. To achieve a more coherent light I've been wanting to experiment with bare flash bulbs bounced off silver mylar paper. Another way would be to use a tight black grid over your improvised soft box.
I personally prefer more coherent/parallel light over diffuse light. This more nearly approximates sunlight (direct sunlight anyway) and creates sharper shadows and increases contrast. Coherent light is difficult to achieve with a flash and of course if you use diffusion paper then you will get diffuse light. To achieve a more coherent light I've been wanting to experiment with bare flash bulbs bounced off silver mylar paper. Another way would be to use a tight black grid over your improvised soft box.
Sep 18, 2022 13:29:43 #
Alphabravo2020 wrote:
Increasing strobe intensity decreases the effect o... (show quote)
since my final session will be out doors I may go for bare bulb
Light box? I used a 4" snoot with diffusion paper over the end. I prefer softer shadows with flowers.
Sep 18, 2022 13:37:55 #
Manglesphoto wrote:
since my final session will be out doors I may go for bare bulb
Light box? I used a 4" snoot with diffusion paper over the end. I prefer softer shadows with flowers.
Light box? I used a 4" snoot with diffusion paper over the end. I prefer softer shadows with flowers.
Sorry, I meant improvised soft box. I was referring to your paper/flash solution.
Soft light definitely works for flowers. I can imagine a photo where light seems to come from everywhere.
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Sep 18, 2022 13:59:08 #
Alphabravo2020 wrote:
Sorry, I meant improvised soft box. I was referring to your paper/flash solution.
Soft light definitely works for flowers. I can imagine a photo where light seems to come from everywhere.
Soft light definitely works for flowers. I can imagine a photo where light seems to come from everywhere.
Oh had me wondering for a bit, I have been using Roscoe diffusion paper for years and Kleenex tissue on speed lights.
Sep 18, 2022 16:57:00 #
Manglesphoto wrote:
Comments on the quality of light please. br I have... (show quote)
Stressed
Or shy Sep 18, 2022 17:08:49 #
joecichjr wrote:
Stressed Or shy
Or shy Time to fold up getting ready for bed!
Sep 18, 2022 19:03:26 #
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Sep 18, 2022 20:54:26 #
Sep 19, 2022 05:23:13 #
Blenheim Orange wrote:
I'd like to see more light, and softer light.
Thank you very much, Thats what Im looking for, I'll see what I can do
Sep 19, 2022 05:31:38 #
mikegreenwald
Loc: Illinois
Blenheim Orange wrote:
I'd like to see more light, and softer light.
I agree; Sharp focus and soft light.
Sep 19, 2022 05:53:08 #
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