As a portrait photographer, learning how to work with artificial light will allow for much more creative exploration and free you from having to depend on certain times, places and conditions of the day. The best place to start is with a single light. This great video tutorial will show you the details of how to work with a single flash and how to use it to create a professional-level portrait.
Coming to you from Jiggie AlejandrinoThis amazing video tutorial will show you how to take stunning portraits with just one winker. If you are new to working with artificial light, it is important to start with a single light until you are comfortable with its operation and characteristics. There are some basic properties—things like subject-source distance, modifier size, offset, and so on—that you’ll want to build a visual grasp on. Once you have these in place, it will be much easier to tackle complex multi-lamp setups. Check out the video above for a full rundown of Alejandrino.
If you want to continue learning about portrait lighting, be sure to check out “Face Lighting: Illumination for close-ups and portraits With Peter Hurley!”
