We are all so brainwashed that studio photography “needs” to be narrow aperture, low ISO and a big, powerful strobe or 3. This was so refreshing! Crank up the ISO, open up the aperture, and get great results with a single, bounced speedlight!!! I could have benefited from this at my most recent session!!! Thank you.
Thanks for sharing!! I believe in the past making adjustments to lights, or film sensitivity and even camera settings may have had a bit more of a cumbersome process hence the rules that have been laid out for decades. But nowadays we have so much flexibility, it is entirely up to us to explore and create with everything we have at our disposal so I am glad this video felt refreshing to you! And thank you for watching!!
Excellent. Photography started from one source of Light (sunlight) back in the 1820's. Francesco Scavullo was well-known for his one source of lighting.
@@Phloshopyou are welcome. Francesco has over 50 years of Photography out there in the archives. Completely understandable, I am self-taught as well, continue your path & success to your steps.
Amazing info, bro! Love the simplicity. We often get caught up in gear and forget that we can achieve maximum output with minimal equipment. I'm going to share this video with a ton of my photog buddies. Keep it up!!
I actually tried something like this yesterday but after watching you do this setup, my confidence has increased. And I'm loving you more and more sir, so really impressed and motivated. Thank you sir.
This is the best I have seen. Thank you so much. I am just a hobbyist, but I think I'm pretty decent. I mostly take sports (action). I do not need a bunch of expensive portrait equipment that I will never use more than a few times. I just plan to take senior photos of my own children. I refuse to pay someone hundreds of dollars for something I know I can do with maybe a few new items. I already have a nice camera and an exceptional lens. I think I can spend maybe $100-150 and get something decent. Speedlights can be had for a lower price than what some others recommend and I have seen some folding backgrounds and reflectors. I'm sure I won't get photos anything like yours, but I'm happy if my kids are happy.
I’m glad this video has inspired you to create with what you have. As a hobbyist you should just focus on having fun amd creating for yourself. I’m happy you’re not thinking you need expensive equipment to create decent photos. Pros rely on equipment because they need to be sure it will work every time they pick it up. It’s the reliability and responsiveness they pay for, plus they’re collecting money for the service.
its been 2 years since I start in photography, I manage to invest on a Nikon Z50 tt600 flash 1 umbrella and 1 backdrop, as of now this is my setup, but your photo is still amazing compare to mine!
Just my own tip - you should explain why your Speedlight/flash is pointed away for the newbies and how bouncing the light from certain distance creates softer/harsher light and smaller or bigger source. Great video though and epic portraits!
Thank you very much for the video. I've been taking pictures for a long time, but I was still interested in watching your video. I really liked the model and her clothes. The green dress and the green background are very interesting. I wanted to try the same combination.
Cheers from NYC!!! Instant fan of your channel. I'm a fellow photographer, and your channel was suggested. I'm mostly a travel / architecture / street photographer, and I'm looking to add studio work to my portfolio. The algorithm knew what is was doing when suggesting your page. hahah!!!! I look forward to checking out more of your videos
Hahaha I’m glad the algorithm did it’s thing. But also Thanks for choosing to join our growing family. How long have you been doing your photography? Cheers from Ghana!
Thank you very much sir for saying “Don’t give up “ I was on point of giving up this photography because things have not been easy you know but after watching this I feel confident again.God bless you sir🙏🏻❤️🔥
Glad I’ve been able to be of help. Figure out what’s not working and find ways to improve on where you’re lacking. It’s not always easy.. we all go through it. Just keep pushing! Once the passion is there I’d say keep trying
love this 💚 regarding the speedlight, if you had added an umbrella, would that have achieved what you were trying to achieve by bouncing it off the ceiling ?
It depends on the size of the umbrella. If it’s a really large umbrella with a white interior then it would be a similar effect. Umbrellas spread light everywhere but they still have a bit of focus and directionality to them.
With this request coming from you, I doubt I can deny that lol. I’ll get to work! Always coming through with the encouraging words too! I appreciate it brother!
@@Phloshop I went down and mimicked your shot and I get the most even full body exposure. Using a speed light had to bump up iso to 400 and still at F8.
@@charlesstephens5974 @charles stephens What was your flash power and shutter speed? I am glad you got the results as well.. I am assuming you shot in a completely white space?
Even though I was shooting at 1.4, there was some distance between me and the model so the plane allowed me to see the details in her skin. If I was rather close to the extent of shooting a headshot, I wouldn’t have seen any skin texture because the focus plane would be rather too slim. I hope I made some sense
Congrats on the content! Beautiful light and editing! If i use the sweet spot of the lenses(F5.6), do you think this flash will have enough power? thanks.
so happy i found your channel. you aree super creative and humble but insanlyyyyy talented. Looking forward for more.
Thank you so so much for your kind words. It means a lot!
We are all so brainwashed that studio photography “needs” to be narrow aperture, low ISO and a big, powerful strobe or 3. This was so refreshing! Crank up the ISO, open up the aperture, and get great results with a single, bounced speedlight!!! I could have benefited from this at my most recent session!!! Thank you.
Thanks for sharing!! I believe in the past making adjustments to lights, or film sensitivity and even camera settings may have had a bit more of a cumbersome process hence the rules that have been laid out for decades.
But nowadays we have so much flexibility, it is entirely up to us to explore and create with everything we have at our disposal so I am glad this video felt refreshing to you!
And thank you for watching!!
How can I like this a million times???? 😢😢😢 I’m a beginner and this is super helpful as I have just 1 light and speed light. Thank you!!
Glad it was helpful! I will be doing more videos like these going forward
The green tones work beautifully with her skin tones! Just gorgeous!
It sure does. I love the colour palette
Man you are the most underrated UA-camr ever your work is incredible
🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 let’s keep liking and sharing to change that then!!
With a model that beautiful every photo looks good 😍
😊😊
Model selection is an integral part of the equation
To think this video was from a year ago. Wow. Thank you so much Sir, truly.
You're very welcome!
The model is pure grace. amazing.
Aisha is everything
Excellent. Photography started from one source of Light (sunlight) back in the 1820's.
Francesco Scavullo was well-known for his one source of lighting.
Thanks for sharing. I will look him up. I am self taught and so information like these tend to help.
Thank you once again
@@Phloshopyou are welcome. Francesco has over 50 years of Photography out there in the archives.
Completely understandable, I am self-taught as well, continue your path & success to your steps.
SHE IS GORGEOUS ABSOLUTELY STUNNING GREAT WORK
Amazing info, bro! Love the simplicity. We often get caught up in gear and forget that we can achieve maximum output with minimal equipment. I'm going to share this video with a ton of my photog buddies. Keep it up!!
beautiful video , you made it so genuine and easy.....Thank you love from India
My pleasure 😊 and thank you so much for watching
I actually tried something like this yesterday but after watching you do this setup, my confidence has increased. And I'm loving you more and more sir, so really impressed and motivated.
Thank you sir.
Glad I could be your motivation.
@@Phloshop Thanks for the reply
@@Phloshop Thanks for the reply
Awwww this is awesome, I use a speedlight only and this video is gold to me. Thank you sir
You're very welcome!
This is the best I have seen. Thank you so much. I am just a hobbyist, but I think I'm pretty decent. I mostly take sports (action). I do not need a bunch of expensive portrait equipment that I will never use more than a few times. I just plan to take senior photos of my own children. I refuse to pay someone hundreds of dollars for something I know I can do with maybe a few new items. I already have a nice camera and an exceptional lens. I think I can spend maybe $100-150 and get something decent. Speedlights can be had for a lower price than what some others recommend and I have seen some folding backgrounds and reflectors. I'm sure I won't get photos anything like yours, but I'm happy if my kids are happy.
I’m glad this video has inspired you to create with what you have. As a hobbyist you should just focus on having fun amd creating for yourself.
I’m happy you’re not thinking you need expensive equipment to create decent photos.
Pros rely on equipment because they need to be sure it will work every time they pick it up. It’s the reliability and responsiveness they pay for, plus they’re collecting money for the service.
One thing I’ve noticed and I like about you is , you reply almost everyone. GOD bless you
Thanks!! God bless us all!!
Wow amazing bro lots of love from India u r an best mentor
for beginers
So nice of you. Thanks a bunch!!
@@Phloshop Thank you😍
Wow! The results are beautiful!
Thank you! 😊
Your colour scheme is wow.. Love everything in it Keep it up Man.. Miss your content
Thank you very much… you’ve been missed as well…
wowowowowow i almost cried. you are fantastic. Terrific model. i am so inspired!
This comment has made my year! I’m so so so glad you feel inspired.
its been 2 years since I start in photography, I manage to invest on a Nikon Z50 tt600 flash 1 umbrella and 1 backdrop, as of now this is my setup, but your photo is still amazing compare to mine!
the good Lord bless you for the good works u are doing
Amen!!
New subscriber! Just starting out and all i have is 2 speedlights.
Stunning model subject, great set up and tutorial.
Thank you 🍷
Glad you enjoyed it
Perfect video! Thanks for sharing your knowledge!
My pleasure!
I must say u're a professional, happy to find ur channel,I'm new in photography so I'll be learning lots of Creativity from you.
Thank you so much! glad to have you join our community
I'm happy to learn through you sir God bless you
I’m happy you’re here too! God bless us all!!
Nicely done! Team work and positive energy makes a real difference. Capturing a catch light in the eyes would be superb.
Yes! Thank you! But there were catch lights in some of the images.. Those will be in my final selections anyway
Every shot would be great with this model 😍 no matter how do you set the light 😁
🤣🤣🤣
That’s a bonus tip.
God bless you sir... if only i could give you a hug right now..😅 Thank you for this particular video❤
Haha you’re welcome!! Let’s get an air hug 🤗
Glad you found the video useful 😊
OMG...bagaiman cara motret seperti itu, dengan hasil yang sangat sangat bagus....menyenangkan
dan saya menginginkan itu...nice
Just my own tip - you should explain why your Speedlight/flash is pointed away for the newbies and how bouncing the light from certain distance creates softer/harsher light and smaller or bigger source. Great video though and epic portraits!
Thanks for the info will try to be more in-depth in the future!
BEAUTIFUL MODEL!!! 🤩💐🌻🌹🌷 Thanks for the tutorial; very helpful.
You’re welcome 😊 and Thank you too for watching
Damn. The photos looked so good. Love the jungle green
Me too! The colours just looked so good when I saw it!
Thanks for the tutorial.
Lovely energy, cool vibe. Beautiful model.
You’re welcome 😊 and thanks for watching 😊😊
Your channel is a blessing! I am new to photography! You are a great inspiration!
Wow, thank you! I am glad to be a part of your journey!! I'm rooting for you
Hello still learning! Your speedlight do you always point it up to ceiling? I got adpro200 2 of them and softbox
Phlo we really miss u, we have been waiting but thank God you have drop a new video
Name Name... I am happy to be back 😊
@@Phloshop any long exposure indoor creative shot video
Amazing work as usual!
Thank you so much 😀
I've been watching more of your videos and finally sub'd today. You are so underrated on your knowledge and ability to deliver the lesson.
Thank you so much!! With subs like yours I’m sure we’ll reach more people that’ll appreciate the channel.
This was really good and straight forward. Will give the set-up a shot. Thank you!
You are welcome! Glad you liked it. Also let me know how it goes!!
Thank you and well done boss 🙏
Thank you too!!
Love your sessions. Learned so much with the skin types you shoot. Thank you!
Thank you so so much. I appreciate the feedback.
Another great video I always seem to learn new tricks from you thank you
Glad to hear it!
Thank you very much for the video. I've been taking pictures for a long time, but I was still interested in watching your video. I really liked the model and her clothes. The green dress and the green background are very interesting. I wanted to try the same combination.
Thanks a lot! And you should definitely try it out. I hope you have fun 🤩
Thanks for watching as well. I appreciate it
Cheers from NYC!!!
Instant fan of your channel. I'm a fellow photographer, and your channel was suggested. I'm mostly a travel / architecture / street photographer, and I'm looking to add studio work to my portfolio. The algorithm knew what is was doing when suggesting your page. hahah!!!!
I look forward to checking out more of your videos
Hahaha I’m glad the algorithm did it’s thing. But also Thanks for choosing to join our growing family.
How long have you been doing your photography?
Cheers from Ghana!
Thank you for showing a realistic set up that's actually affordable. The pictures came out wonderful.
Thanks so much! 😊
Right ! A 4000 dollars camera with a 3000 dollars lens is really affordable 😂
@@mikemike2627 I wish you could comprehend I was referring to the light and the fact that I didn’t use modifiers
So glad I found this video. Thank you!🙏🏽
You’re welcome!!
This is a perfect tutorial. Thank you.
Thank you for your kind words. I appreciate it
Some great shots. Beautiful model. Thank you for your tutorial.
Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching! I really appreciate it
Great job my BROTHER 🙌🏻🙌🏻Great model, beautiful 🙌🏻🙌🏻😊❤🙏💯💯💯
Thank you kindly
Enjoyed, thanks for sharing.
Our pleasure!
Amazing, you have gained another subscriber. Love your work. Asha is a beauty.
Thank you so much!
woow this is beautiful
Thank you so much
Great video with few resources. Thank you very much!
Glad it was helpful!
This is an amazing video, you are so talented and the way you convey information is remarkable. Thank you for making such content ❤
You're so welcome! Thank you for your kind words too
Awesome video! This shows that skill will beat gear every time! Great job to you and the model.
Thank you very much!
beautiful images, gorgeous model. cool !!
Glad you like it!
Thank you very much sir for saying “Don’t give up “ I was on point of giving up this photography because things have not been easy you know but after watching this I feel confident again.God bless you sir🙏🏻❤️🔥
Glad I’ve been able to be of help. Figure out what’s not working and find ways to improve on where you’re lacking.
It’s not always easy.. we all go through it.
Just keep pushing! Once the passion is there I’d say keep trying
@@Phloshop thank you sir
Oh ! She is very delicate and a sweet looking young person .. Lovely model ..
You are so kind. Thank you!
Excellent job and Beautiful Model!!!
Thank you very much!
Great shots! Cant go wrong with that model. A thought: Perhaps put a shawl or scarf on her shoulders and blow it back so there's movement?
Thanks for the tips!
love this 💚 regarding the speedlight, if you had added an umbrella, would that have achieved what you were trying to achieve by bouncing it off the ceiling ?
It depends on the size of the umbrella. If it’s a really large umbrella with a white interior then it would be a similar effect.
Umbrellas spread light everywhere but they still have a bit of focus and directionality to them.
Great video. It is amazing what you can do with minimal gear and imagination!🎉
Thanks Robert. And yes that’s so so true.
Amazing images! Issa is beautiful and brought that out in your images.
She definitely is. I want to see if I can make her the main model for my channel.
Would you like that? Or you’d want some variety once a while 😊
@@Phloshop variety would ne goog too.
You’re the absolute best I love you this was really helpful
You're so welcome!
thank's so much
You are welcome
Lovely images ❤️
Thank you very much 😊😊
Thanks! I learned a lot. I won't give up since I have to take pictures of myself. Kinda hard to pose and capture the photo. I suck, lol.
Oh no you don’t lol. You will find your system/process soon.
Colourful backdrop. Please what is your backdrop size?
I love the texture
i think it is 5ft x 9 ft if not slightly bigger
What a stunning final result!
Thank you so much!!
Great work guys! Very nice and elegant!! GOD bless!!
Thanks so much! God bless us all!!
@@Phloshop Amen brother! Absolutely!
so beautiful
Thank you so so much!
Quite an age!
I miss watching you
Can you do a retouch video of one these images from start to finish
With this request coming from you, I doubt I can deny that lol.
I’ll get to work!
Always coming through with the encouraging words too! I appreciate it brother!
great video , thanks for sharing
You’re welcome! Thanks for watching
thank you so much i learnt a lot
Glad it was helpful!
great tips! loved it. so useful . Thanks
You're so welcome!
I love it when our women embrace their natural hair, or try low cuts. Much better than trying to style a weave or wig.
Beautiful dress and background
I agree. Thanks for watching 😊😊😊
I love this setup.
Thank you very much!
Great tutorial, beautiful model
Thank you! 🥰
Stunning pictures...
I appreciate the feedback! 🙏🏾
I love this
Thanks a lot!! I appreciate it
Lovely images with a single speed light…..
Thank you very much! I appreciate the feedback!
@@Phloshop I went down and mimicked your shot and I get the most even full body exposure. Using a speed light had to bump up iso to 400 and still at F8.
@@charlesstephens5974 @charles stephens What was your flash power and shutter speed?
I am glad you got the results as well.. I am assuming you shot in a completely white space?
très belle expérience
Thank you!
nice shot and gorgeous model
Thank you very much!
Thanks a lot man!
You’re welcome 👍🏿
Master class.
It really is!!
Worked smoothly, tysm
You’re welcome! Glad I could help! ☺️
Hey bruv... Loving ur flow. Keep it coming.
Appreciate that. Will definitely keep it coming
Great ! What software do you use to visualize your photos with the orange cable and is it free ?
Great shoot thank you for the tutorial but which lens is that
I mentioned it’s the Sigma 50mm 1.4 lens
Magnifico
Thank you!!
Very informative and easy to follow!
I am happy to read this. Thanks a lot
Buddy, i really like your photos, awesome job 👊
Thank you very much! I appreciate your kind words
Amazing! Could I do this same lighting with a group of people?!
Yes you can. Generally, Large light sources are suitable for groups..
great video...quick question please, is it because of the camera that you were able to get textures on her face even at f1.4
Even though I was shooting at 1.4, there was some distance between me and the model so the plane allowed me to see the details in her skin. If I was rather close to the extent of shooting a headshot, I wouldn’t have seen any skin texture because the focus plane would be rather too slim.
I hope I made some sense
so amazing! link to the green backdrop ?!
This is brilliance!
Thank you very much
super video and very beautiful model !
Thank you very very much! I appreciate it. And yes Aisha is such a beauty!
Absolutely amazing content!
Much appreciated!
Congrats on the content! Beautiful light and editing! If i use the sweet spot of the lenses(F5.6), do you think this flash will have enough power? thanks.
You may have to use your ISO to assist your flash if you want a faster recycle time.
Thanks a lot for watching too 🙏🏾