Great video with a lot of common sense, and some fantastic shots. I have a studio setup with 4 monos, various modifiers, reflectors and stands etc. They were always bought at good prices and I have the use of a room at the charity I’m an advisor for. The lights are generic cheaper ones that go under several names, but I’ve had them several years with no problems at all and the light is always very consistent. I cannot adjust them from my camera, only fire them, but the friend who moves all my gear for me is my voice activated remote control. Because my work is still life and food I tend to use one light, reflectors and flags. When I’m not fit enough to go to the charity I set up speedlights at home. It’s refreshing to see someone working with a more simple set up and not the Broncolor or Profotos you often see on YouTube. They cost mega bucks and create a very unrealistic expectation of what you need to set up. I’m really pleased that you put this video out as it shows a brilliant starting point and you can build your "studio" up slowly and I’ve been building mine up over 8 years. The great thing about your lights that I don’t think you touched on is that they are perfect for pets and newborns because there is no flash to frighten them. Well done indeed, just one teeny thing a reflector would help you bounce a bit of light in from the other side of the young lady's face, it’s amazing how effective they are.
Good video! When I decided to set up a "studio" in my small apartment back in 1972, I had three Vivitar 283 flashes, a couple of small umbrellas and two Smith Victor light stands. Exposure was calculated using guide numbers. LOL!!! I like your approach a whole lot better!
Good video and really useful advice, first time when is made studio photos keep setup simple than possible and then add more, reflector and additional lights then you shown this video. I bought about more than ten years ago full set flashes and reflectors and spend money about thousand and get some kind of photos than you.
Did you consider adding an OTC speedlight to the mix? I ask because I love the simplicity of the setup that you're showing and Binita does look gorgeous, of course, but the shadow from that the one light feels extreme and arguably distracting. I think I'd want to add another light to cut down the shadow, or possibly even a reflector. What do you think? Maybe I'm missing the point that it's so easy to set up a home studio … but I guess that's why it quickly becomes complicated for me. The one continuous light doesn't seem enough.
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Great video with a lot of common sense, and some fantastic shots. I have a studio setup with 4 monos, various modifiers, reflectors and stands etc. They were always bought at good prices and I have the use of a room at the charity I’m an advisor for. The lights are generic cheaper ones that go under several names, but I’ve had them several years with no problems at all and the light is always very consistent. I cannot adjust them from my camera, only fire them, but the friend who moves all my gear for me is my voice activated remote control. Because my work is still life and food I tend to use one light, reflectors and flags. When I’m not fit enough to go to the charity I set up speedlights at home. It’s refreshing to see someone working with a more simple set up and not the Broncolor or Profotos you often see on YouTube. They cost mega bucks and create a very unrealistic expectation of what you need to set up. I’m really pleased that you put this video out as it shows a brilliant starting point and you can build your "studio" up slowly and I’ve been building mine up over 8 years. The great thing about your lights that I don’t think you touched on is that they are perfect for pets and newborns because there is no flash to frighten them. Well done indeed, just one teeny thing a reflector would help you bounce a bit of light in from the other side of the young lady's face, it’s amazing how effective they are.
Thank you for showing me how to do it so that I don't have to experiment and stumble by my self.
Good video! When I decided to set up a "studio" in my small apartment back in 1972, I had three Vivitar 283 flashes, a couple of small umbrellas and two Smith Victor light stands. Exposure was calculated using guide numbers. LOL!!! I like your approach a whole lot better!
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Consider moving the lotion away from the bed for your videos lol
Exactly how I started. Nowadays I use even less, one light only, the rest and the backdrop is in the attic. 🙂
Nice video!
Good video and really useful advice, first time when is made studio photos keep setup simple than possible and then add more, reflector and additional lights then you shown this video. I bought about more than ten years ago full set flashes and reflectors and spend money about thousand and get some kind of photos than you.
That ending actually made me lol. Great tips, Dan!
Did you consider adding an OTC speedlight to the mix? I ask because I love the simplicity of the setup that you're showing and Binita does look gorgeous, of course, but the shadow from that the one light feels extreme and arguably distracting. I think I'd want to add another light to cut down the shadow, or possibly even a reflector. What do you think? Maybe I'm missing the point that it's so easy to set up a home studio … but I guess that's why it quickly becomes complicated for me. The one continuous light doesn't seem enough.