The use of extra lights, often flash units, in order to make up for a lack of light or to gain more creative control over the image.
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What's the best way to take cityscape photos on a night boat cruise?
I'm going on a boat cruise tonight in London. What's the best way to take photos of the riverbanks from the boat at night?
My kit includes:
Nikon D7000
Nikkor 35mm f/1.8
Nikkor 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6
...
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Does UV light pass through the fabric of a softbox?
Studio flash makers sell both bare flash tubes and flash tubes with a UV coating to block the UV emissions. Quite a few studio monolights come up on eBay without the UV coating, and I'm wondering if ...
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What do I need to make a photo in Silver Age Poetry style?
What do I need to make a photo in Silver Age poetry style?
Maybe I am not naming the style correctly, but the examples should give an idea of what I mean.
Can somebody explain what technique and ...
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Do I need a $600 light meter or will a $250 one do?
I want to learn more about light and I think finally getting a light meter will help do the trick. I'd like to see the amount of light coming from different light bulbs and the differences in the sun ...
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195 views
How can I capture both sparkle and detail when photographing jewelry? [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
What are the key things to think about when photographing jewelry?
I have some shiny stone studded bangles and diamond rings.
I want to capture both the "sparkle" as ...
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Night-time football game under field lights
I am shooting a little league football game at night under the field lights for the first time amd I have a few questions to ask.
I will be using the Canon EOS 60D camera with a Canon 24-70mm 1:2.8 L ...
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Canon 5D Mark III - problems with fluorescent light
This is brand new Canon 5D Mark III. There's green light banding when taking photo or video in the environment with fluorescent light. The first Canon 5D Mark III was returned to the shop. And this is ...
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How can one light something in the foreground well while metering for lightning in the background?
A friend asked me how the lighting in this picture could possibly achieved:
Source: http://www.theatlantic.com/infocus/2012/10/wildlife-photographer-of-the-year-2012/100392/
The description leads ...
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How can I reproduce the style shown in this tea cup photo?
I tried the flash and ISO and the Aperture, but it's hard to produce such effect. I am wondering that is there any tricks here? Please suggest...
My camera is Canon 500D in M mode.
The picture is:
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What are the possible artificial light “sources”?
Few which I know are:
Light bulbs with umbrellas.
External flash.
I have also heard about reflectors and diffusers. Under which conditions should they be preferred?
What are the other artificial ...
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Are there any combined continuous/flash lights available?
I'm buying a new set of lights and I'm curious if there are any lights out there that are both flash and continuous lights. A set with a switch which allows the user to choose between these two ...
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What is the blurred light effect in this portrait?
Id like an explanation for how the blue background light in this photo is somehow "overlaying" the model's hair and the back of the chair. How could this effect be setup and reproduced?
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How to avoid shadows under the eyes when using bounce flash?
How can I avoid shadows under the eyes when I am bouncing flash? The first picture below, using bounced flash, came out horrible. The second picture, using direct flash, has no shadows under the eyes.
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How do I best take pictures of paintings?
I am thinking of purchasing a AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 40mm F2.8 for my Nikon D5000 in order to shoot food and paintings.
Regarding paintings I am unsure how this should be done :
Lighting : pro'lly no ...
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What type of flash/diffuser was used in this picture?
What type of flash/diffuser was used
in this picture ? I am amazed of the by level of diffused light. I am sure there is a lot of post processing but i believe the lighting is the most important ...
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How does one do light painting with in focus subject? Maybe a composite?
I understand and have tried some rudimentary light painting, but I'm still not sure how one might achieve something like the photos here: http://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/18221422 Is this ...
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652 views
How can I get good results from a one-light portrait setup?
Is there an optimum one light setup in terms of lighting the subject, providing fill (i.e through reflectors) and possibly lighting the background as well?
If you are armed with only one light, how ...
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2answers
407 views
Crystal chandelier photography
How can I take a perfect picture from a crystal chandelier?
whould someone explain all tips about this kind of photography?
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3answers
298 views
What lighting accessories can I use for outdoor macro photography?
I recently got myself a Nikon 60mm f/2.8G AF-S Micro-Nikkor lens. Without vibration reduction, it will probably need lots of light when hand-holding the camera. Anyone willing to give an overview of ...
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1answer
280 views
When is it really necessary to use AF assist light?
I find the AF assist light to be distracting at times when I'm trying to take a candid shot without disturbing the human subjects or taking pictures of pets (they hate getting the AF light in their ...
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2answers
615 views
What lighting gear to get after my speedlight?
I recently got a Nikon SB-700, and after spending some time trying (and failing) to take some high-key b/w portraits, I am quickly realizing that I need to significantly modify the light, because ...
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1answer
270 views
How to light macro subjects with an off-camera solution?
With very high magnification (2X - 5X) it has been troublesome to light the subjects since the lens shadow often gets into the photo. If it does not, then the subjects end up poorly lit or backlit.
...
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1answer
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Tips for shooting a flood-lit, vibrant carnival procession
I'm currently in Rio de Janeiro for carnival where I will be attending carnival at the Sanbodromo. I have a Nikon D3000 with a 55-300 lens. I'll be around 50 to 100 meters away, overlooking the ...
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2answers
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What advice would you give for taking photos on a boat cruise at night?
Tomorrow I will be going on a boat cruise in the evening in London. I will no doubt be looking for photo opportunities on the boat, both of people, as well as the landmarks/surroundings. I'm pretty ...
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Is an artificial external source of light required even with a low-noise high ISO range?
Is an artificial external source of light required even if you have a camera with a high range of effectively noiseless ISO?
Are there some special cases which "need" external lights, at all costs?
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1answer
379 views
How should a perfect skin tone look like?
Is there even such a thing as a perfect skin tone?
People with different ethnicity have different skin colour plus lighting and background adds a layer of complexity.
As a photographer, what should we ...
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3answers
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Would This “Flash Diffuser” Be Any Good for My SB700?
I bought an SB700 and I noticed that it came with several accessories (a green plastic, a "transparent" plastic and a brown one). I searched and the transparent one is called a "diffuser".
I ...
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3answers
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Noise Issue / Canon 5D Mark II
Just curious if anyone can help with this?
I am using a Canon 5D Mark II and it seams to be having noise issues at ISO 250 and up and especially at ISO 400? What is going on?
In low light when my ...
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3answers
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How do I get even, bright light for photographing pages from books and magazines?
I am using my camera to digitalize some pages of magazines or books. Sometimes I get great results sometimes the page background is not "white enough" on the picture sometimes the page is illuminated ...
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How does light quality vary between fluorescent (CFL) and incandescent?
I have two sets of soft boxes. One has incandescent bulbs (3,200k) and the other uses compact fluorescent bulbs (CFL @ 5,500K).
I'm trying to sort out some of my understandings regarding the light ...
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3answers
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How do I take photographs of scientific laser products?
I have been asked to take some product photos of various scientific lasers.
Most of them will just be simple shots of the boxes on a white background but I will also have to do an 'action' shot a bit ...
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2answers
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How bright should a flash be?
Is it common/wise to invest in multiple flashers for different situations or can you use one given it has enough intensity? Another way to read this is: can a flash be too bright?
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3answers
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What are techniques for enhancing visibility of photos under natural, outdoor daylight?
I'm trying to find techniques for making photos more visible under daylight (i.e., when daylight reflects off the photo displayed on a screen or print). Does anyone know of any photo editing ...
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2answers
287 views
How to photograph books on location?
I must shoot rare books / manuscripts on different locations, some of them hard to reach (monasteries etc.). When I'm there I don't have much time at disposition. I must shoot as quick as I can.
I ...
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2answers
294 views
Photographing LEGO models [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
What are the best techniques for making great photographs of LEGO creations?
Has anyone got any tips for taking photos of your creations? Lighting seems to be the major ...
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2answers
328 views
How to do lighting for product photography of scrapbooking stuff?
I have tried to do some simple product photographing. It is mainly some scrapbooking stuff my wife has produced, like candles and gift cards. Up until now I have been using my Nikon SB-700 for ...
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How can I take natural looking photos of my kids, etc. with a compact camera indoors?
I have a Panasonic lumix fz47 and when taking photos inside, unless I have a lot of window light, the photos are always a slightly funny colour or a bit grainy. When I use the flash it is way too ...
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2answers
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How do the ePhoto and Cowboy Studio beauty dishes compare for a newbie learning the ropes?
I'm wanting to buy a beauty dish and I'm on a tight budget, I can't find reviews comparing the ePhoto vs Cowboy Studio Beauty Dishes and was hoping one of you might help me choose.
I'm looking at ...
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1answer
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How do I recreate this outdoor portrait lighting setup?
I'd like to recreate the lighting setup from this picture:
http://i.stack.imgur.com/rRikx.jpg
The question is: How do I do it?
My guesses so far:
Sun from above and behind the model, slightly to ...
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2answers
896 views
Interior/architecture lighting solutions?
One of the main problems when taking photo of interior is how to handle outdoor light, or to be more precise, how to handle outdoor light which is showing up in frame. Ideal time for taking photo ...
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1answer
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Do I need a light stand mount specific for Sony shoe?
I'm a hobbyist looking to get into off-camera lighting on a budget. I have a Sony a57. I already have a manual flash that works when attached to the camera. Based on this guide, I'm looking at ...
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1answer
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What's the best way to get thumbnail portrait shots for a company intranet? [duplicate]
I'm after a fool-proof way I can get some thumbnails of people for a corporate intranet.
We've had professional shots done for most, but as new people are starting we're taking shots (with an ...
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0answers
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Learning path for better lighting and composition [closed]
I have been a hobbyist photographer with my 5 year old Nikon D40 (18-55mm) until now. I do get occasional good shots, but most of them are not satisfying in terms of good lighting and composition.
I ...
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3answers
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What lighting setup is used to get this skin glow effect?
What lighting setup would need to be used to get the glow on the skin as in the sample linked below? Not in photoshop, pantyhose or heavy oils, but the proper lighting? The skin is very well lit, with ...
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How do I get a “Film” look with a digital camera?
What can I do, in terms of lightning, to make Digital look like Film? By that I mean a "dreamy" sort of look.
Does it has to do with the color temperature? the setup?
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3answers
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How to mount a torch to camera?
I want to mount a torch to my camera body in the Flash hot-shoe.
I'm thinking about hacking up a mix of a rifle-scope accessory (to hold the torch, a led-lenser P7) and a ball head that fits in the ...
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274 views
What is the most effective way to get soft light from hotshoe flash indoors?
I'm thinking of getting a flash for better indoor pictures. I was looking at the 430EX Speedlite as a good unit in budget, but still having lots of capability.
How do I use this most effectively ...
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2answers
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Is there a good flash for which you can get an AC adapter?
I'm working on a lighting solution for my studio. All of the lights will be 100% stationary and I'm wondering if there's a way to get flashes that I can just plug into the wall instead of bothering ...
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1answer
287 views
Is compositing a viable technique for high key portrait type shots?
In the absence of off-camera speedlites and a suitable back-drop I'm wondering if using post processing based compositing would be a viable technique to achieve a high key (or indeed low key type) ...
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2answers
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How should I position my lighting for photographing books?
This is my setup for photographing books:
.. but I have issues with glossy books and magazines. I need help understanding the best place to position the lights so it covers the entire cradle (120 ...
