:In this new series, we are going to create creative portraits with some different simple kinds of backdrops. These are made of thin, transparent material and are available in various colours (shop).
In this photoshoot, the focus is more on creativity than on the technique. I was inspired by a fabric that I had found and started experimenting with it. I used a fan to bring some movement in the fabric, which gives a cool effect.
Meta data | ISO: 100 | Aperture: f/16 | Shutter speed: 1/125e
Setup
For my main light, I use our new Link800 flash with a Silver 24" Octa foldable softbox with a grid. The grid allows for better control of the light distribution and adds contrast and drama to the image. For my background light, I use this together with a standard reflector, grid and colour Domes.
Behind the scenes
Get started with different fabrics and colour gels, get inspired and learn the process and set up in this tutorial.
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Meta data| ISO: 100 | Aperture: f/3.2 | SHhutter speed: 1/125
Meta data | ISO 100 | Aperture f/16 | Shutter Speed 1/125
Anthony thanks you for watching "How To Create The Shot"
Now we want to see what you can create; follow us on Instagram at @flitsenflash, and if there's a particular lighting technique that you're interested in or learning more about, leave us a suggestion in the comments below.
What we would like to see from you
• (1) Behind-the-scenes image showing your setup
• (1) Final image
Tag us on Instagram @flitsenflash or Facebook @Paul C. Buff Europe
Equipment used
- LINK 800Ws flash unit
- 7″ Standard Reflector
- 7″ Standard Reflector Grids (set of 4)
- Colour Gels Domes
- 24″ Silver Foldable Beauty Dish
- 13′ Combination Boom Stand
Special thanks to:
Model – Jacob Matthew Agy
Assist / video – Kimberly Nail
