First studio shoot tomorrow. Any suggestions?

[MegR]

Ok I purchased a studio lighy kit from a local camera shop as well as some basic backgrounds and a background stand. I am going to practice with a neighbors 5 month old and I wanted to get a few suggestions on things to look out for when shooting babies. I am going to play around with the lights (they are strobe lights) to see what the best positions may be. There are 3 lights with umbrellas so should I have one on the right and left side and one close to me?

Thanka
Megan )

 

[gsgary]

Get used to using 1 light only first and a reflector and then over time introduce the other lights

 

[SabrinaO]

Get used to using 1 light only first and a reflector and then over time introduce the other lights

Thats not gonna help her. She has a shoot tomorrow. :er:

Meg, basic lighting is two lights. One light is a fill light and one is the key light.

The key light is the main light and should be placed 45 degrees from and above the subject.

The fill light should be placed close to your camera axis

The main light should be 2x more powerful than the fill light. The main light is used to add depth and shadow, and the fill is used to soften the shadow.

Since you have a 3rd light, maybe you can use it as a hair light, or to blow out the background or something.

 

[gsgary]

Get used to using 1 light only first and a reflector and then over time introduce the other lights

Thats not gonna help her. She has a shoot tomorrow. :er:

Meg, basic lighting is two lights. One light is a fill light and one is the key light.

The key light is the main light and should be placed 45 degrees from and above the subject.

The fill light should be placed close to your camera axis

The main light should be 2x more powerful than the fill light. The main light is used to add depth and shadow, and the fill is used to soften the shadow.

Since you have a 3rd light, maybe you can use it as a hair light, or to blow out the background or something.

Rubbish you have to learn how to use one light first and she will probably get better results with one light and a reflector

 

[sunlou]

I agree with sabrina's advice, i think she will get better reults with a fill light a main easy to direct and one on the background.

Since it's your first shoot my advice would be to get a few test shots when you think your right on view them on laptop real quick to make sure they have the look you wish. Sometime they'll look ok on the LCD viewer and not that good on a screen.

 

[DeadEye]

A baby is a tough subject to learn with. Safety first! Be careful as they will move a lot. I suggest using a doll to practice.

I agree with Gary start with one light when learning, If you are intent on producing images for the Momma then sure flat light and put it in the can.

 

[Robin Usagani]

GL! No input here because I dont do studio LOL.

 

[FranDaMan]

Hmmm...when Joe McNally advises you to start learning with one light and adding others later................

 

[RJT]

Megan,
I am curious , what light kit did you buy ? everyone is right , one light, one light ,one light...its the best way to learn....if she is spending a few hours with ya , as you progress...think about another light.

 

[Derrel]

Get used to using 1 light only first and a reflector and then over time introduce the other lights

Thats not gonna help her. She has a shoot tomorrow. :er:

Meg, basic lighting is two lights. One light is a fill light and one is the key light.

The key light is the main light and should be placed 45 degrees from and above the subject.

The fill light should be placed close to your camera axis

The main light should be 2x more powerful than the fill light. The main light is used to add depth and shadow, and the fill is used to soften the shadow.

Since you have a 3rd light, maybe you can use it as a hair light, or to blow out the background or something.

I agree. You do NOT, I repeat, you do NOT want to have one light on one side of the subject and another light on the other side--that is the #1 rookie mistake.

 

[cnutco]

Google it. You should see some diagrams of setups for you to play with. They are a lot easier than words...

Good luck!

Post up the pics!!

 

[BuS_RiDeR]

I agree. You do NOT, I repeat, you do NOT want to have one light on one side of the subject and another light on the other side--that is the #1 rookie mistake.

I recently made this same mistake. I purchased a new 2 light kit and did this exact thing.... I now know better thanks to Darrel and others from this forum.

This is a great place to learn.

 

[MegR]

The kit I got was ProMaster System Pro Basic Studio Kit. It came with 3 light, stands, umbrellas, and bag.

I am use to do outdoor stuff with natural lights. However, since I have moved to VA I realize I wouldn't be able to do anything during the winter months as it is way too cold so I need to learn this stuff.

A long time ago (about 8 years ago) I worked at a studio so I know the basics of baby safety and what not. I am also a mom and know babies like to wiggle around and what not.

I am going to google studio diagrams and see what comes up.

M

 

[cnutco]

Google search here

 

[cnutco]

I like this search better...