In Training: Lighting Essentials, Canon explorer of light Jack Reznicki shows the techniques that made him one of the top commercial photographers around. You will learn his thoughts and techniques on studio strobe lighting, how to make it look natural, and how to get many different "looks" from just one light.

Jack's insights are perfect for someone who has little experience with artificial lighting, or for the pro who wants to add some new ideas to his/her photography.

About the Author: Jack Reznicki is one of the best known and most respected photographers in the country. A popular lecturer and teacher, Jack's intelligence and experience are evident in his presentations.

Jack shows how creative thinking can help solve the most demanding clients' visual needs. In 2007 Jack was President of Professional Photographers of America (PPA) and has served as President of the New York chapter of Advertising Photographers of America (APA). Along with many other awards, Jack received the 1999 IPC (International Photographic Council) Leadership medal for "Excellence in Studio Photography" at the United Nations.

You will learn

Quantity of light vs. quality of light

Basic one-light portrait lighting

The importance of light placement

Size of your light in relationship to your subject

Harsh light vs. soft light

What is a good exposure?

Source of light and source of illumination

How to create natural looking "sunlight" with a strobe light

Direction of light - where you stand can make an incredible difference

Lighting for beauty models

Dragging the shutter for dramatic interest

The importance of reflectors and how to use them

High Key Lighting - How to shoot against white seamless

How to get different looks with just one light