Taking the Next Step with SB800 Flashes

By Joe McNally

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Famed photographer Joe McNally demonstrates some more advanced techniques using flashes

Exploring the Possibilities (01:47) Joe introduces this new class on hot shoe flash photography and discusses some of the things you will be learning along the way
Zero Out the Camera (03:45) It is important to reset the levels in your camera and begin every photo shoot with a good starting point
One Light Approach (09:35) Getting started by hot shoeing the flash and moving on to using an umbrella and remote groups
Changing the Light (05:21) Arrange the strobes using Justin clamps and create an overhead lighting setup
Small Variations (01:51) Just a slight change in your subjects position can radically alter the lighting results
Extreme Shadows (08:38) Harsh shadows falling on your subject can create a very dramatic effect
Working With Your Subject (02:39) It is very important to communicate with your subject about what your vision for the image is
Adjusting the Quality of Light (19:58) Working with strobes to create a profile or edge light effect that will outline your subject
Hard Edge Portrait (07:34) Bring in a third C group of light and experiment to find the photo you like
The Benefits of an Organized Set (02:12) A C-stand with three legs of different heights allows for more options and better organization
Softening the Light (06:06) Using dome diffusers and screens to soften the light on your subject
Never Neglect the Floor (07:24) Bouncing a light off of the floor is an effective way to illuminate your subject
Location Assessment (03:28) When first coming to a new location, examine the surroundings and think through the look and feel of your shoot
Skew the Lights (03:40) You can vary the intensity of your lights if they are coming at your subject from different distances
Cut the Light (02:04) Using a solid to gradate the light coming through the panel
Controlling Strobes Behind You (03:18) You can use a cable to control your strobe commander when shooting in front of your lights
Big Light Source (06:30) Trying to recreate a natural light by using a large panel with multiple strobes behind it
Drag the Shutter (06:43) Sometimes you will need to slow your shutter speed in lower light conditions
Just Go For It (02:06) Remember, pixels are free. When you have your subject in a good pose, shoot as many pictures as you can
Simulate Natural Light (04:40) You have to be creative in conditions when available light is no longer available
Singular Light (01:51) Using a singe light source means that your subject will have a limited range of motion
Conclusion (01:46) Thanks for coming along with us as we moved from the studio to location shooting

Course Time: 01 Hours 52 Minutes

P. Bancroft

Sep 21 2012

Joe McNally is always informative and entertaining. Kelby courses always surprise me by their quality of information and instructors. You guys are better than Netflix!

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