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2 Light Demo for Portraits

In my modular classroom there is a single north-facingÂ door.

There is also a rectangular north-facing window which is really not a factor in lighting. It is heavily tinted.

I have a space about 18 feetÂ wide by 36 feet long, 3/4 of that space is taken up by computers and desks.

So studio/demo space =Â 18 x 10 feet.

For this very basic lesson in lighting and portraiture, with no discussion of light ratios whatsoever, I used:

2 Rokunar flash units
open door
off-white sheet and black sheet.
G4 17″ powerbook for tethered shooting
Canon 40D, 50mm f1.4, 100mm f2.8 lens Continue reading 2 Light Demo for Portraits →

The key to any successful picture lies in the lighting.

Whether it’s a portrait, an action shot, or even a studio shot.

For the sake of this discussion, I’m assuming light levels are enough for shutter speeds that would eliminate camera shake or subject motion.

The most successful photographers are the ones most able to control, manipulate, and use it to capture what they see in their mind’s eye. Continue reading Lighting tips for successful pictures →