Master Photo Lighting – Soft Light
Here we continue our discussion of light. previously we covered hard light and how to work with it… now let’s cover soft light, how to work with it – and when – and how to create and modify it.
This is the lighting most used in photo studios and no photographer should overlook this important topic.
As a BONUS…you will also learn how to make your own softbox – no need to spend hundreds of dollars buying one when you can make it for under $10! Actually, you will learn to make two versions!
Here is the table of contents. this will show you some of what is included in this easy to understand volume.
Introduction
Dynamic Range
Narrowing The Lighting Ratio
Exposing For The Extremes
Dynamic Range Hierarchy
Why Care About Dynamic Range?
High Dynamic Range (HDR) Photography
Shadows
Shadows Determine What Type Of Light You Should Use
Spotlights
When You Don’t Want Shadows!
When You DO Want Shadows
Deciding On Hard Or Soft Light
Soft Light
Soft Light Defined
The Photography Diffuser – A Portable Cloud
Hard And Soft Light From The Same Source!
Soft Light Advantage
The Umbrella
The Softbox
Make Your Own Softbox
Test Your New Softbox!
Other Soft Light Options
Composition
Composition Defined
Framing
Vignette
Shape
Size
Space
Mood
Diagonals
Symmetry
Clutter
Photo Exercise
Additional Photo Training
In addition to discussing soft light and how to use it, I’ve included a bonus section covering composition.
Composition is one of those things that most of us KNOW is important, but in the excitement of shooting, we tend to ignore. No more…here is where you learn to put the “WOW” factor in your photos. And start winning photo competitions!
This easy to understand volume will dramatically improve your photos. Apply the principles and you will be getting compliments (and possibly professional job offers) in no time!
