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Episode 17 , a review of studio product photography tricks a

admin — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 11:08:54 +0000

Please visit prophotolife.com (video episode 17) for questions or comments. In this video we create an environmental product photography by combining techniques learned on earlier episodes.

Duration : 0:10:51

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Quick Video 1 , Easy Softbox Assembly in the photo studio

admin — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:12:25 +0000

this one minute video shows how a softbox and speedring are assembled quickly and easily in the photo studio. More info at prophotolife.com .

Duration : 0:1:9

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Episode 12 , Photo Studio Quality of Light

admin — Sun, 28 Mar 2010 07:17:14 +0000

Understand the basic qualities of studio light by using a simple, one-light strobe lighting kit. More info at prophotolife.com .

Duration : 0:7:8

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Home Photography Studio by Wranglerbarn

admin — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 02:18:44 +0000

There are many things which separate a professional photographer from an amateur photographer. When it comes to photographing people, perhaps nothing stands more in the way of the transition to advanced photography than a studio. When it comes to studios, it can be easy to get lost in the myriad of features and equipment that can be included. However, at its most basic level, a studio is about just one thing: light. A studio allows the photographer to control the lighting of the subject which allows the photographer to get the best possible shot. Everything else, from props, to backdrops, is extra, something that a photographer might like to have, but not something that will stand in the way of a great photograph. Controlling light comes down to just two things: blocking out unwanted light and adding in desired lighting. The first step in creating your home based studio is to evaluate potential sources of light. Assuming a standard room, this will be the windows, and potentially the door. However, this may also include a skylight, or other light feature.

Depending upon the source and quality of the light, there may be occasions when using the light is warranted. This is particularly true in the case of a window that receives indirect sunlight. Many photography resources mention a north facing window for this purpose, but here in the northern hemisphere, most windows spend at least part of the day receiving indirect sunlight (western windows in the morning for example). However, we want using that light to be a choice, not a requirement, so it is necessary to have a way to block out the light coming from the windows and doors.

If possible, consider installing light blocking shades to eliminate undesirable light sources. Closing the door should be sufficient for most doorways. Keep in mind that there is no need to make the room pitch black. As long as no significantly bright light is cascading in, the man made lights installed in the studio should overwhelm any diffuse light entering the room. Once we have eliminated all the unwanted light, it is time to setup our studio to provide all the light we do want for our home-based photography studio. When it comes to choosing what type of lights to use in a photography studio, there are hundreds of opinions. For the home based studio, any of the various types of lights will work as long as you make the proper adjustments to your photograph techniques and settings. However, keep in mind that a small room will get hot very quickly with hot lights. Also, high powered strobe lights have a tendency to trip circuit breakers which get confused by the sudden surge of power. If youll be using such lights, it will be necessary to provide some sort of power conditioning to avoid this problem.

The more lights available, the more options a photographer has. But, within the limitations of a home studio it is important to realize that great shots can be taken with just a few lights.

Duration : 0:4:43

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Episode 22, Lighting a ’57 Chevy in the Photo Studio

admin — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 08:55:37 +0000

for more info, questions and comments please visit prophotolife.com and do a search for video episode 22

Duration : 0:10:37

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Episode 14 , Classic Three Light Portrait / Photo Studio

admin — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 18:33:41 +0000

This is the classic three light portrait using a main light, fill card, hair light and background light in the photo studio. More info at prophotolife.com .

Duration : 0:5:56

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Quick Video 3, Big White Infinity Sweep for Photo Studio

admin — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 09:48:46 +0000

For questions and comments visit www.prophotolife.com. This video shows our setup for large white infinity backgrounds in the photo studio.

Duration : 0:2:28

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Episode 18, Tabletop Studio Photography done with mirrors

admin — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 09:48:44 +0000

For comments and questions visit prophotolife.com and search for video episode 18. A gallery of the still images from this video are available from the website.

Duration : 0:8:16

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Quick Video 2 , Umbrella or Softbox in the Photo Studio?

admin — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 12:09:28 +0000

Is there a preference between using an umbrella or softbox with studio strobes? Here’s a quick overview on the strengths of each. More info at prophotolife.com .

Duration : 0:2:27

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Episode 9 , Photo Studio Equipment Guide , part 1 of 2

admin — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 14:55:24 +0000

This is a practical introduction to the photo equipment used in my professional photography studio

Duration : 0:6:25

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