help and advice desperately wanted on this equipment before i make a decision

[jacky200]

hi guys would you kindly be able to have a look at the link below and advise me on this studio kit im considering on buying..i am new to this but i need good lighting for portrait and full body photography..also need to take it places and wondered you would recommend this atall? your advice would be rally helpful to me so dont hesitate on replying thanks
just copy and paste this in google:

800W Studio Flash Strobe Fan Cooler Light Kit Lighting on eBay (end time 18-May-11 00:00:39 BST)
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[joealcantar]

I don't think you will be happy with that set. It is very limited and I can't see if the strobes output is ajustable and if so it will not be in the tenth increments etc. I believe you guys in UK have Calumet as well , so you may be able to find a two light system that has a decent adjustable range. Will keep looking for you to see what we can find. When you pick your kit also look at the light modifiers that are available for it as well.
If you are thinking you are going to be real serious about this you can start to build a kit with one light and stand and go from there until you complete the system. A system like the one below is a decent starter kit for indoor studio use. If you have some kind of power pack that will supply power outdoors it may work for you there as well. If you are thinking outdoor portraiture as well you may want to look at a system that has a battery option as well.
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Shoot well, Joe
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Calumet Genesis 400 2-Head Umbrella Lighting Kit with 32 ZipDisc Stand Set
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You want to look at the back of the light and for the most part look over the specs. if you don't understand a certain setting or function just ask here someone will gladly answer. http://www.calumetphoto.com/eng/product/calumet_genesis_400/cf0514
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[jacky200]

thankyou so much for your reply. i have had a look but my price range is £300 max..i dont really understand about how to use the studio atall althought so any advice would knowledge would be really appreciated on a portable kit specifically for portraits and full body photography. my aim at the moment is to go around peoples houses and photography families and children.if you find anything cheaper that you think would work let me know..thankyou ..i also like the idea of having a light that can give off different colours on a plain backdrop too if you can see anything let me know, thankyou once again