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by Rebecca Melville · Posted
Shopping for lighting solutions can be overwhelming, even if you are a professional photographer with decades of experience. Sometimes it’s easier to cut right to the chase with a kit that has everything you need―whether that’s multiple fixtures, bundled accessories, or even just a good carrying case. We have compiled our top flash and continuous lighting kits you should consider for your own creative workflow.
Flash Lighting
Flash lighting,
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Many filmmakers may find themselves shooting music videos at some point in their careers and sometimes struggle with creative lighting. Director of Photography Julien York shares different ways to cinematically light music videos with the help of Nanlite and their new Nanlite Alien 300C RGBWW LED PANEL.
0:00 - Intro
1:10 - About Julian
4:35 - Why is lighting important?
5:42 -
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In this in-depth session, Sarah Edmunds will take you behind the scenes of her most captivating portrait shots, revealing the exact lighting setups and techniques she used to create them.
0:00 - Intro
2:34 - Camera & lighting gear used
6:48 - Why is lighting important
7:11 - The 3 Ds
7:58 - Feathering
8:53 - One lighting setup
19:19 - Two lighting setup
23:40 - Three lighting setup
27:56 - Four lighting setup
28:52 - Projector attachments
35:05 - Using gels
38:24 - High contrast
41:13 - Other lighting setup
by Zack Young · Posted
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.
by Luke Rollins · Posted
by Danielle Marsella · Posted
Designed to accurately manipulate and fine-tune light, the new KNOWLED AM1600R RGB Inflatable LED Light Mats from Godox cater to large-scale production needs for film and television. These inflatable light mats are highly versatile and emit expansive, soft light with wireless control options and ample special effects.
by Zack Young · Posted
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
by Zack Young · Posted
Aputure has a new point-source LED that aims to balance portability and power. The STORM 400x, available with V-Mount and Gold Mount plates, is a 400W bi-color monolight with high color accuracy from Aputure’s innovate BLAIR chipset. The light also has advanced dimming, a versatile Bowens mount, and a durable, IP65-rated build.
by Zack Young · Posted
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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Join photographer Jose Esquilin as he walks you through the ins and outs of lighting.
0:00 - Intro
1:16 - About Jose
6:19 - Gear
8:45 - Light vs. Lighting
22:52 - Joes's Process
34:43 - Setup and Tools
36:32 - Investment
40:31 - Exposure
46:12 - Post-Processing
47:30 - Create
52:36 - Final Thoughts
56:00 - Q&A
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by Zack Young · Posted
The SmallRig x Potato Jet TRIBEX hydraulic carbon fiber tripod made waves last year with its groundbreaking X-Clutch single lock method for quickly adjusting all three tripod legs at the same time. Now, the SmallRig x Potato Jet TRIBEX SE hydraulic tripod is here, sporting a lower price and smaller size than the original TRIBEX, but with that X-Clutch functionality still in place. All three legs can still be unlocked
by Zack Young · Posted
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Harlowe has unveiled new iterations of two of their most popular lights. The Mini II, available in a Standard or Creator Kit, is a portable bi-color LED fixture with 1800 lumens of output, a 12.5% step up from the original Mini’s 1600 lumens. The battery should also last around 20% longer than
by Zack Young · Posted
The more complex your lighting setups become, the more important it is to have a powerful key light that can easily be adjusted. The Nanlux Evoke 900C RGBLAC LED spotlight, available in a Trolley Case or a Flight Case, definitely fits the bill. This 940W fixture is punchy but precise, dimmable in 0.1% increments, and covering a mind-boggling 1800 to 20,000K CCT range. With a CRI/TLCI of 96 and an IP55 rating
by Zack Young · Posted
Profoto continues to bring cinema lighting techniques to the professional photo world, unveiling the Spot Small spotlight attachment for flash heads. The Spot Small works with flat and protruded flash heads, shaping them into crisp, clean light beams using a 115mm lens. The brand also announced a D30 Duo Kit,