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March 04, 2023

Must Have Light Shaper : The Umbrella

March 04, 2023/ Ross Chevalier
Must Have Light Shaper : The Umbrella

Every photographer should have at least one light shaper and if only one, it should be an umbrella. There is nothing simpler, easier to use and more forgiving

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March 04, 2023/ Ross Chevalier/ 2 Comments
Gear, How To, Lighting
umbrella, umbrella bracket, light stand, light stand with boom, MOLA Demi
May 01, 2021

Basic Concepts of Light Shaping Tools

May 01, 2021/ Ross Chevalier
Basic Concepts of Light Shaping Tools

Learning how light shaping tools work helps you make smarter purchases and better lighting decisions

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Gear, Lighting
softbox, octabox, Parabolic light shaper, umbrella, diffusion panel, grid, snoot, scrim
May 05, 2017

Getting Started with Off Camera Flash

May 05, 2017/ Ross Chevalier
Getting Started with Off Camera Flash

Off camera flash is the first step in managing light yourself.  It’s a significant step where you are the boss and no longer a slave to the ambient light, and it’s a major step in becoming a better photographer.

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Gear, How To, Training and Development
OCF, off-camera flash, umbrella, light stand, sandbag, umbrella bracket
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