Studio Lighting
Godox continues to expand its ever-growing lineup of lighting tools with the new SKIIIV series of professional studio flashes. Featuring an updated design and control interface with precise light output and reliable connectivity, the new series is perfectly suited for small- and medium-sized studio spaces.
Godox SK400IIIV and SK300III V Studio
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Internationally acclaimed wedding photographer Corbin Gurkin talks about the importance of lighting. Learn how to transform everyday details—like invitation suites, heirloom jewelry, and floral accents—into iconic visual narratives.
0:00 - Intro / About Corbin
6:31 - Why lighting matters
9:45 - Gear kit
12:10 - Using constant light at events
20:28 - Emulating natural light
26:29 - Must have kits
38:00 - Corbin's courses
37:45 - Q&A break
49:55 - Lighting demo: Tabletop
1:03:22 - Lighting demo: Jewelry
1:16:41 - Lighting demo: Invitation
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Can you really create multiple portrait looks without moving your studio lights? Can you do so in under a minute? Join Juan in the studio as he shares how you can utilize the Westcott FJ250 and the Creative Mask tool to streamline the amount of time it takes to create portraits with different aesthetics.
0:00 - Intro
0:13 - FJ250
0:33 - Today's Lighting Setup
1:48 - How to Use the Creative Masking Tool
2:38 - Who Is This For?
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Have you ever struggled to figure out which light modifiers you should use to best match the mood you’re going for? Westcott Lighting Top Pro Ian Spanier joins us at the B&H Event Space for a live, dynamic session breaking down how to choose the right light modifier for any subject, style, or setting.
0:00 - Intro
1:47 - Choosing the right modifier
9:07 - Training your brain to think in f-stops
13:51 - Working with limited space
16:10 - Setting up demo
18:47 - Using a beauty disk
42:42 - Rapid box
59:43 - Using umbrellas
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Nanlite’s popular line of compact panel lights gets a powerful upgrade with the new PavoSlim 360C RGB LED panel. This 370W fixture has full RGBWW color mixing, an ultrathin design, a wide CCT range, wireless control options, and more. If you need soft light that still packs a punch, the PavoSlim 360C is worth a look, outputting 27,060 lux at 3.3’.
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If the idea of using strobe lighting feels overwhelming, this demo is the perfect place to start. Photographer Charles Chessler shows you how to build a simple and effective one-light setup making professional lighting accessible to everyone.
0:00 - Charles's journey in photography
6:50 - Lighting & camera gear
8:12 - Knowing lighting for any shoot
9:39 - Strobe setup for any studio
14:58 - Strobe lighting demo
25:53 - Using a reflector
40:00 - Different angles
47:37 - Darkening the background
55:19 - Working with an assistant
58:00 -
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Doug demonstrates three video lighting setups for the various sets in our studio. Consistency, reliability, and repeatability are the name of the game. However, we can streamline the process to save us time during video production. You'll learn the step-by-step process of how to light a video in a way that allows for multiple options.
0:00 - Our Studio Setups
1:25 - Lighting Setup 1
4:14 - Lighting Setup 2
8:32 - Green Screen - Lighting Setup 3
11:26 - Why This Is Important
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Good lighting is essential to creating a strong, visually pleasing image. This is as true for naturally lit outdoor shots as it is for studio portraits. For individual or even couples portraits, many photographers make use of on-camera flash or compact, battery-powered strobes to supplement natural light and fill shadows, but how do we situate these in the scene? What light shaping tools should we use? Groups alone can be tricky for a plethora of reasons. Whether it be getting everyone to smile, getting kids to look at the camera, or the
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Curious how to add depth to your scene using light and color? Videographer Brittney Janae knows how to turn a production studio into an interesting and cozy interview environment with just a couple of lights. Join Brittney as she demonstrates how to light a set using the new RGB moonlights from Bowens, the Nanlite FC 500C, and the Nanlite FS 300C.
0:00 - Intro
2:48 - Why color?
5:40 - Tip 1
9:05 - Tip 2
12:23 - Tip 3
14:24 - Lighting a set
34:39 - Closing thoughts
36:57 - Lighting with color should feel natural
39:16 - Q&A
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Lighting is one of the most critical elements in creating stunning wedding photography. Wedding photographer Andre Brown will teach you how to master natural and artificial lighting to capture breathtaking moments, from the ceremony to the reception.
0:00 - Intro
1:15 - The power of light
5:49 - Gear
9:38 - Andre's personal lighting style
12:21 - Portraits
24:25 - Couple's portraits
36:12 - Wedding decor
41:49 - Image breakdown
46:05 - Q&A
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So you want to add lighting to your video podcast setup? Well, if you have the space for modifiers like bounce boards and softboxes, traditional COB monolights can get you the best bang for your buck when it comes to output. Limited on square footage? Switch to panel lights and get a more flattering, diffused look straight out of the box. Extremely tight on space or trying to add flourishes to an existing setup? Tube lights are perfect for smaller pops of color. No matter what your lighting needs are, there are tons of great options available
With so many podcasts competing for attention, sometimes you only have a matter of seconds to rope in a potential viewer and convince them to stick around. Interesting subject matter and compelling hosts can help, but the visual aesthetics of your podcast could be the X factor that leads to success. Thoughtful lighting choices often have an even larger impact than your camera or lens, so let’s dive into four important considerations when plotting out the lighting scheme of your podcast.
Size and Power
The first step is figuring out what kind
Godox continues to pack more power into smaller packages with the new KNOWLED M300R RGBWW LED Monolight, available as a standalone light kit or with a carry bag. The M300R is a 300W fixture capable of an impressive 101,000 lux at 3.3' with the included BR30 reflector. Flexible control options, power options,
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Profoto continues to innovate the photography lighting space with the announcement of the new Profoto D30, an AC-powered studio light that outputs an impressive 500Ws in an 11 f-stop power range. Like the brand’s popular Pro-D3, the D30 has three distinct flash modes: Eco, Boost, and Freeze. Eco will keep your colors consistent and consume less power. Using Boost gives you an extra pop of brightness. Freeze mode can achieve