We’ll be shooting an episode covering fashion photography, a fascinating world, and one quite different than those we’ve covered to date.
RC Rivera has an intriguing portfolio and sent me a sample of his work with note about his lighting:
“Katherine”
“When I was starting out I thought the more complex the lighting, the better the shot. Now I think that getting a great photo using the most simple setup is actually more difficult but also more rewarding. This model was shot in my studio with using just one soft box. Shooting from just below eye level is great for beauty shots, but too low can be very unflattering. Katherine was a great sport—my studio was unheated and it was in the middle of the winter. You can tell she’s a professional because she doesn’t even look chilly.”
We’ll be picking his brains, how he approaches a shoot, other lighting tips, etc. Let me know your questions and a may include them if you stay on the right track, guys 😉 Stay tuned for this episode coming your way on MSPS soon.
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how to use different lightings for different looks...as in how can different lights give a different look or feel to the picture....
how to use different lightings for different looks...as in how can different lights give a different look or feel to the picture....
Thanks for the info RC. Love your work.
Thanks for the info RC. Love your work.
Hey Danny,
I prefer a softbox because it creates a softer shadow and light on the subject. I do like the ringflash also (for certain shots) but since you do have to put it very close to the lens to get the desired "ringflash" effect, you cannot play around with your lighting too much. Also, I find that the ringflash works for some subjects but not all.
Hey Danny,
I prefer a softbox because it creates a softer shadow and light on the subject. I do like the ringflash also (for certain shots) but since you do have to put it very close to the lens to get the desired "ringflash" effect, you cannot play around with your lighting too much. Also, I find that the ringflash works for some subjects but not all.
I'm wondering your preference or the benefits either way over using a softbox vs. ringflash ?
I'm wondering your preference or the benefits either way over using a softbox vs. ringflash ?