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by Cory Rice · Posted
Macro photo studios share many of the same basic needs and equipment as traditional photo studios—just on a smaller scale. This reduction in size both lowers the cost of entry into the genre while inviting creativity from resourceful DIY photographers. Below are some tips for expanding your macro studio using items around the house or easily obtained from local art, craft, or hardware stores.
One of the most versatile tools in any photo studio is the
by Tim Ireland · Posted
Tabletop product photography is a popular choice for individuals looking to sell items online through platforms like eBay, Etsy, and various e-commerce websites. When it comes to setting up your photography studio for these purposes, two key ways to go about shooting stand out: shooting tents and tabletop setups. In this article, we will explore the advantages and drawbacks of shooting tents and tabletops, along with some fantastic accessories for shooting product photography on table tops, such as turntables.
Shooting Tents
Great Advantages:
by Cory Rice · Posted
In the world of portraiture, a light is only as good as the tools used to shape it. The three most common types of modifiers used for portraits are umbrellas, softboxes, and beauty dishes. Each of these
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Properly lighting a cyc wall can be a little tricky, especially when you throw color into the mix. FilmLaab, a Salt Lake City-based video production company, explains this process, and shows you how Nanlite's innovative lighting solutions can help. They will be using the new Nanlite PavoSlim 60C, a game-changer in professional lighting for photography and videography.
0:00 - Intro
2:22 - About FilmLaab
7:55 - Why is Lighting Important?
10:46 - How to Light Different Scenes
13:36 - It's Okay to Break the
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Join wedding photographer and Hobolite Ambassador Corbin Gurkin as she discusses her approach to capturing the life behind still life while on location. Corbin will discuss lighting techniques and break down the prep that went into some of her iconic images.
0:00 - Intro
3:19 - Finding Out About Hobolite
5:43 - Corbin's Lighting Setup
9:33 - Corbin's Lighting Setup for Flatlays
12:49 - Try Out Different Lighting Angles
15:00 - Lighting Setup Break Down - Reviewing Photos
22:51 - Emulating Natural Light
26:11 - Invitation Flat Lay Lighting
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Join Westcott Top Pro Ian Spanier for a live demonstration on how he’s using the Westcott Optical Spot by Lindsay Adler to push the creativity of his portraits with this unique modifier.
0:00 - Intro
1:06 - Ian's Setup
2:23 - The Westcott Optical Spot
4:40 - Optical Spot Setup 1
19:23 - Changing to Setup 2
22:50 - It's All About Lighting
31:40 - Optical Spot Setup 2
42:50 - Using the Cam Ranger
45:16 - Photo Review
52:55 - What
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What are the advantages of natural light in portraiture? In this video, Lotta Milde shares her techniques for working with natural light when making portraits. She explains how to utilize direct, diffused, or backlight and teaches you how to use a reflector.
0:00 - What is Natural Light Photography?
0:42 - Harsh/Direct Light
1:51 - Diffused Light
2:24 - Backlight
2:55 - Upgrade Your Natural Light Portraits
How does natural light factor into your photography? Let us know in the Comments section, below.
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If your video lighting is flat, boring, or inconsistent, Garrett Sammons is here to help. In this video, Sammons shares 5 tips on how to get more dynamic lighting for your next film or video production.
0:00 - Introduction
0:26 - Understanding Light Quality
1:29 - Lighting Position
3:02 - Color Temperature and Mood
3:50 - Controlling Natural Light
5:44 - Shadow Side
6:40 - Final Thoughts
Do you have any lighting tips to share? Let us know in the Comments section, below.
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SmallRig's RC 60B Bi-Color LED Monolight packs lots of punch in a small package. Join Scott Owsley as he runs down the specs on this COB LED Light, which is perfect for photographers or content creators working in small spaces.
0:00 - Introduction
0:34 - Accessories
0:47 - Specs
2:19 - Product Photography Studio Setup
2:45 - Final Thoughts
What do you think of the SmallRig RC 60B? Let us know in the Comments section, below.
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Do you want to acquire some new lighting techniques? Sony Artisan of Imagery Tony Gale shares five tips for using speedlights. You’ll learn how to bounce light, how to choose your shutter speed, and placement of lights, among other suggestions.
0:00 - Introduction
0:11 - Tip 1
0:28 - Tip 2
0:43 - Tip 3
1:04 - Tip 4
1:23 - Tip 5
Did you find these tips helpful? Let us know in the Comments section, below.
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Making something "easy" doesn't mean you have to compromise on creativity! Follow along as director Chystopher Rhodes shares five easy yet creative music video lighting techniques.
0:00 - Introduction
0:17 - Motivated Lighting
2:33 - Color Contrast
4:11 - Lighting for Post Effects
5:21 - Rembrandt Lighting
6:12 - Background Lighting
Rhodes will also be speaking at the B&H Bild Expo.
Did you find these tips helpful? Tell us why in the Comments section, below.
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Everyone has come across a situation in which having the right equipment for the job makes all the difference. Join content creator and streaming pro Aaron Parecki as he demonstrates some of his favorite setups for streaming and recording video, using lights from SmallRig.
0:00 - Introduction
2:18 – Close-up Setup
9:17 - Studio Setup/Rig Setup
14:37 - White Balance Settings
24:05 - What Comes with the SmallRig Lights / 1 vs. 2-Light Setup
31:04 - Stage Lighting and White Balance Tips
39:09 - The Different SmallRig Lights
44:35 - Daylight
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Scott Robert Lim is a master of lighting in any location. Watch this B&H video and learn how he utilizes continuous and natural lighting to capture cinematic portraits and candid photos.
0:00 - Introduction and Overview
2:48 - Wedding Photographers Are the Best
5:57 - What Are Cinematic Weddings?
7:52 - Gear
12:46 - Lim’s Techniques
22:59 - Eight Essential Cinematic Weddings Shots
56:08 - More from Lim, and Recap
1:00:01 - Q&A
Is there anything you'd like to add from your own experience? Have at it in the Comments section!
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In the final installment of this four-part Introduction to Photography series, Sony Artisan of Imagery Tony Gale breaks down various sources of lighting, from natural light to LEDs to strobes.
0:00 - Introduction
5:07 - Understanding Lighting
11:06 - Quantity and Quality of Light
12:20 - Color of Light
14:20 - Natural Light
23:24 - Available Light
28:48 - Constant Light
33:07 - Speed Lights/Flash
41:07 - Controlling Light
46:17 - Balancing Strobe and Constant Light
48:39 - Q&A
Watch Parts 1–3 here:
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