A basic Studio flash strobe lighting kit would be made up of two strobe lights with their own tall light stands, a shorter light stand, varied reflectors, soft boxes and an umbrella. The shorter light stand is often used for smaller subjects or as a stand for the light source dedicated for the background.

The two strobe lights will be used as the fill light and also the main light of the object or subject. The photographer will need the freedom to direct the light in different manners, in order to add depth to the photo. He’ll use the light stands to achieve this effect.

Controlling light is also for achieving the mood they want. Soft boxes are used to soften the light that touches the subject. In portraiture, hard shadows are often considered distracting in a photo. The umbrella as well as the reflectors is used for directing or controlling the light in a studio or in an outdoor shoot.

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Studio lighting has become a significant and essential idea. The importance of studio lighting can be accepted in the field because of its assorted uses and countless functions. Studio Lighting is employed, as the name implies, in studios and other inside photo shoots, for the point of photography and filming.

The professional photographer frequently uses a strobe to be in a position to control the light falling on the model. The light is so directed that it falls from the brilliant light strobe onto the white umbrella from where it is getting reflected on the model.

This process assists in creating a softer look and decreases the degree of sheer harshness of the white light. The theory of studio lighting can be explained in 2 classes, every one of which is designed on the premise of an individual demeanour of working. The first category of studio lighting is that of Continuing light, while the second class of studio lighting is perceived as that of Flash light. Each of these 2 classes are known to have explicit benefits and downsides. In this article we may essentially touch on the benefits and drawbacks of Constant light.

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Portrait photography is the art of taking photos of humans in a controlled setting.

The main aspect of portrait photography you need to be aware of is the lighting. There are certain types of light which compliments people’s appearance whilst other light may cast a shadow or highlight blemishes which is not what you want!

Portrait photography cameras and lenses, whilst important, are not the limiting factors as they can be in other types of photography. You can take great portrait shots with virtually any camera.

Outdoor portrait photography can present challenges as lighting conditions can cause unwanted shadows. We’ll talk about ways to combat this problem.

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When you’re ready to go to the next level with your photography, then you’re probably going to want to invest in a studio flash strobe kit. The key to good studio photography is what you know about your lighting.

It is not only the knowledge of what the best kind of lighting to have. It is also about how to go about manipulating it so that the set can be closer to what the photographer has imagined. Though daylight would always be the best light source, there are always things that cannot be done with sunlight.

Very dramatic lighting can be achieved with either a continuous light source, or a studio flash strobe. Continuous light sources are going to be a more economical choice up front, but not so much in the long run. Strobes end up costing less because continuous lighting uses electricity, and lots of it. Continuous lighting bulbs also overheat and burn out much sooner than strobe lights.

Presenting the tools needed to create and control photographic lighting with either digital capture or film, this book shows how to perfect lighting in the studio as well as on location. The tips in this resource cover the principles and rules of lighting that are not confined to any single pursuit, thus giving photographers an understanding of the rudiments of light and lighting, rather than a series of limited solutions that work only in certain situations. In addition to sample (more…)

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Five hundred useful, original, and inspiring hints, tips, and techniques, all designed to build photo lighting skills, have been packed into one convenient book: 500 Lighting Hints, Tips, and Techniques. With tips ranging from basic to advanced, gradually increasing in difficulty, this title gives readers a complete overview of lighting techniques, equipment, and ideas. Full-color images accompany the text, illustrating techniques and showing how the final results will look. This newe (more…)

The E-104 Dyno Flash is a 70-watt ultra lightweight strobe light. At 3 pounds it is very lightweight, and packs a power punch. The flash rate may be controlled via the variable speed knob located on the back of the unit. Its parameters are any where from 1 to 15 flashes per second. Dimensions: 10″H x 10″W x 14″D, Weight: 4 lbs.

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MonoLight: The unit mounts onto any standard lightstand with a 5/8″ or smaller mounting stud. It has a circular flash tube that is daylight balanced at 5600 deg. K, a guide number of 33 at ISO 100 and a recycling time of 5-7 seconds. It also comes with a 50 watt removable modeling lamp. The Budget Studio monolight Flash can be triggered through the camera with its included 12′ sync cord, by another flash being fired and activating the built-in Photo-Slave, or through its open-flash (more…)

Taking the guesswork out of lighting, this invaluable examination provides tools and techniques from an accomplished expert. The most essential principles for photo shoots are presented through lengthy image sequences, considering different finishes for reflective surfaces, types of light sources, light modifiers, and even light placements. From creating fundamental looks to the effect of fine-tuning placement and setting, this detailed guidebook enables photographers to maximize prod (more…)

Learn how to create those beautiful photographs like those of the 1930’s Hollywood look! This DVD guides you thru everything from equipment needed, types of lights and live photo shoots from High School Seniors, couples, men, glamour, fine arts and much more. Learn the fine art of controlling light with lighting equipment using barn doors and snoots to get a look your clients will love and your competition will dread. Over 90 minutes of discussion and presentation perfect for the a (more…)

The unit mounts onto any standard lightstand with a 5/8″ or smaller mounting stud. It has a circular flash tube that is daylight balanced at 5600 deg. K, a guide number of 33 at ISO 33 and a recycling time of 5-7 seconds. It also comes with a 150 watt removable modeling lamp. The Budget Studio monolight Flash can be triggered through the camera with its included 13′ sync cord, by another flash being fired and activating the built-in Photo-Slave, or through its open-flash test butto (more…)

You may also trigger it with your on-camera flash.This set can be triggered by pc sync connection, infrared or radio trigger. We provide a 10′ sync cord. If your camera doesn’t have a PC sync outlet, we sell the PC Sync Adapter as an option.We supply 2 32″ umbrellas and sturdy 7 ft stands.It has two lights: the main light with silver umbrella to give the contrast needed; the filled light with a white translucent umbrella to fill out the shadow and give you the lighting ratio you de (more…)

MonoLight:
The unit mounts onto any standard lightstand with a 5/8″ or smaller mounting stud. It has a circular flash tube that is daylight balanced at 5600 deg. K, a guide number of 90 at ISO 100 and a recycling time of 5-7 seconds. It also comes with a 75 watt removable modeling lamp. The Budget Studio monolight Flash can be triggered through the camera with its included 12′ sync cord, by another flash being fired and activating the built-in Photo-Slave, or through its open-flas (more…)

This is a new photo studio. We have these photo tents made for us by the world’s largest mfg. of photo tents, they are made to exact standards. These lights are designed to capture more detail in all your images, since the “cool flo” bulb output has more of the color spectrum compared to tungsten bulbs. You will get more detail in your images. If you sell on eBay or need professional photos for your web page, this is the set up for you. Take almost shadowless photos the first time (more…)

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MonoLight:
The unit mounts onto any standard lightstand with a 5/8″ or smaller mounting stud. It has a circular flash tube that is daylight balanced at 5600 deg. K, a guide number of 90 at ISO 100 and a recycling time of 5-7 seconds. It also comes with a 75 watt removable modeling lamp. The Budget Studio monolight Flash can be triggered through the camera with its included 12′ sync cord, by another flash being fired and activating the built-in Photo-Slave, or through its open-flas (more…)

Lighting Figure Models # 02
Code No FPD0133

Glamour Photographer, Hugh Frazier continues his series of Educational Photography Videos. This program will further discuss hard light & soft light techniques with all new models:

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Packed with stunning images from more than 40 of the world’s most acclaimed wedding and portrait photographers, this book shows how to put together a lightweight, low-cost, and highly portable lighting kit that allows photographers to make quick work of creating perfect lighting in any location. Responding to a preference in the market for more natural, spontaneous-looking images, the guide explains how to achieve professional-quality lighting in parks, churches, schools, and oth (more…)

Review”With tips for working with individuals and groups, indoors and out, this book is not to be missed.”  —ImagingInfo.com”You will not walk away from this book without a better knowledge of how you can control light.”  —reddogjournal.com

Techniques for creating flawless lighting show photographers of all levels how to take full control of their photographic atmosphere in this indispensable guide. Illustrating the physics that govern light; the visual difference between the (more…)

Strobe Light:
Control: Triggered by Flash or a sync cord (included);
Output: 45 WS;
Power: 110V-50Hz / 60Hz ;
Wire Back The Interval: 4-6 (sec.) ;
Light Control the Distance: 12m ;
Color temperature: 5500 – 6000K ;
Flash synchronization: 1/800(sec.) ;
Flash Lamp index GN ISO-100:26

Light Stand:
Versatile, Hardworking & Lightweight;
Black anodized aluminum;
Stable & Quick Setup;
Maximum Height: 1900 MM, 78 inches;
Minimum Height: 810 MM, 32.4 inches;
Maximum Load Capacity 2.5 (more…)

MonoLight:
The unit mounts onto any standard lightstand with a 5/8″ or smaller mounting stud. It has a circular flash tube that is daylight balanced at 5600 deg. K, a guide number of 90 at ISO 100 and a recycling time of 5-7 seconds. It also comes with a 75 watt removable modeling lamp. The Budget Studio monolight Flash can be triggered through the camera with its included 12′ sync cord, by another flash being fired and activating the built-in Photo-Slave, or through its open-flas (more…)

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“This is not some reprint of an old book, but new text with tons of great, new ideas on how to polish your images. Our capture devises while good don’t capture everything we see. Our images also go to many places, not just the computer monitor. Scott’s book is full of techniques for cleaning up color, sharpening, presentation either by print, web gallery or a host of other ideas, organization, black and white conversion and the list just goes on and on. And all of these t (more…)

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‘This is the first book I have seen on photographic lighting that is worth using as a text. Light-Science and Magic is about principles, not cheap tricks or the authors’ portfolio. Thanks.’—Pete Christman, Savannah College of Art and Design. ‘An excellent guide to high-quality studio-style lighting, even on location.’—John Alderson, Booklist. — Review

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‘This is the first book I have seen on photographic lighting that is worth using as a text. Light-Science and (more…)

Strobe Light:
Control: Triggered by Flash or a sync cord (included);
Output: 45 WS;
Power: 110V-50Hz / 60Hz ;
Wire Back The Interval: 4-6 (sec.) ;
Light Control the Distance: 12m ;
Color temperature: 5500 – 6000K ;
Flash synchronization: 1/800(sec.) ;
Flash Lamp index GN ISO-100:26

Black anodized aluminum backlight stand.

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This is a brand new professional video/ photo digital “Cool Flo” 2 light high output studio lighting kit. This light produces 600 watts of light. Now you can have the continuous light you need for your digital video or digital photographic needs without all the heat of traditional continuous lighting. These are fluorescent based, flicker free lights that utilize electricity more efficiently in the production of light and not in heat. Until recently, only big studios could afford th (more…)

We have had many photographers ask us for a high output pro lighting kit at a an affordable price. They wanted to get as much bang for their buck as possible. We had the FN-160 strobe/flash made to our specifications by one of the largest strobe mfg in the world. The FN-160 delivers 160 w/s of power. When used with the 24″x24″ softbox you will get almost shadowless light, that will wrap around your subject. No more harsh shadows. With the gold umbrella as your fill, your subject wi (more…)

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MonoLight:
The unit mounts onto any standard lightstand with a 5/8″ or smaller mounting stud. It has a circular flash tube that is daylight balanced at 5600 deg. K, a guide number of 90 at ISO 100 and a recycling time of 5-7 seconds. It also comes with a 75 watt removable modeling lamp. The Budget Studio monolight Flash can be triggered through the camera with its included 12′ sync cord, by another flash being fired and activating the built-in Photo-Slave, or through its open-flas (more…)

Posing & Shooting Figure Models
Code No PFD0135

Posing & Shooting Figure Models will show you many ways to pose your models while standing, lying down and sitting. You will be taken inside 5 models photo sessions where sets and props are used to demonstrate how they will assist you in obtaining the ultimate photograph. This videotape will help you improve your own figure photography by giving you many valuable ideas.

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