Begin the step by step setup of lighting for colored gel photography. Work in studio to focus on the key light's position, angle, subsequent shadows and their symmetry. Learn about the benefits of using a beauty dish, right angle bracket, and the importance of subjective vs. objective lighting. Create a control amongst all of the variables and build around that. Develop an understanding of proper distance and height in relationship to the model's eye when placing a key light.
With the key light properly placed, dial in the optimum camera settings. Adopt a fixed approach for shutter and ISO leveraging the power of studio lighting to make exposure adjustments. Establish the depth of field, refining focus to an aperture setting that will only vary for creative taste. See...
With the key light established, proceed to adding the second light in the setup - the fill light. Utilize the 60 x 60 Broncolor softbox and floor stand to establish the proper fill for maintaining lighting symmetry and shadow control. Contrast reflectors versus using additional strobe lighting. L...
Continue the step by step setup for lighting the set. With key and fill lights established and positioned as the objective lighting of the shot, begin to build dimension, specularity, and separation from the background with the addition of hair lighting. Watch and learn as photographer, Jake Hick...
