Using a flash can quickly become necessary for taking macro photos. Since you’ll be working with a narrow aperture and relatively fast shutter speed, finding a bright exposure can be tricky. Using a flash is the ultimate solution—but their harsh nature can easily spoil the image. This is why using diffused light becomes so important. […]
Bouncing flash light is one of the simplest methods you can use to take awesome photos. Pointing the flash head straight at your subject makes it appear flat, and the resulting images often end up having harsh hotspots. When you bounce the flash, you actually multiply the size of the light source and soften up […]
Lighting is one of the greatest challenges that you’ll face as a macro photographer. You’ll find yourself working with small apertures for maximum depth of field and details, and thereby losing light in the process. It therefore becomes essential that you use some kind of lighting solution for the process. Photographer Steward Wood showcases his […]
You already have a nice camera and a set up that you’re very comfortable with. Your eyes intuitively know what to do with your camera’s aperture and focal settings – so why don’t your photos pop? Maybe you need bounce flash. Bounce Flash creates the kind of nice soft lighting that is so much easier […]
When taking studio portraits, many photographers recommend you put the flash as close to the subject as possible. But have you ever wondered if this is indeed good advice, or just another misguided repetition? In today’s video, photographer Gavin Hoey with Adorama puts this theory to the test by varying the distance between flash and […]
Flash can either make or break your photos, but using it correctly will always give you great images. Don’t feel intimidated by your flash; it’s there to help you shoot great images in low light situations. Here are some great tips to help you shoot better images. 1. Fill in flash One of the simplest […]
So… you get pretty good results shooting in natural light, but every time you use your flash, it’s bad. Washed out faces and dark backgrounds, yuck! You know it’s time to master flash lighting, but who can afford expensive studio lights, soft boxes, backgrounds, etc.? You don’t need all that stuff to get professional results. […]
It’s amazing how little is known about low light photography and why many pictures are ruined when the environment is too dark. The most important thing is to first understand why pictures turn out bad under low light. In this article, I’ll help you understand the mechanics behind low light photography and then we’ll take […]
Many photographers are familiar with using a flash to light their photos, especially if they are shooting outdoor portraits or wedding shots. But the million-dollar question is, are you using the flash the way you are supposed to? Professional photographer and teacher Scott Kelby with B&H has some simple yet amazing tips for anyone using […]
More and more photographers have started jumping aboard LED train thanks to improved technology. You can now get accurate colors, consistent results, and freedom to adjust the color temperature when using LED lights. Currently, how do LED lights compare against the conventional studio flash? Which one should you use? Professional photographer Karl Taylor outlines the […]
