Aside from audio, lighting can be one of the biggest struggles. It is good to see that simple angles and small budgets can produce great results! This is perfect for channels still trying to figure out the best settings. Thanks Nolan and Think Media!
@@healingjourneys4241 It's a white light, desk lamp that I put in front of me and point it upwards approximately 80 degrees (almost upright), just so that it doesn't directly go into my eyes. I use that in combination with brightness adjustment in my video editor. (I don't know the model. Just one of those desk lamps with an adjustable neck/stem)
I just got that same light and I am struggling to use it. I hope with these tips it will look better in my next video. Thanks for all that free and high value content ✨
This is probably one of the best videos you've made yet Nolan. Been really working on my storytelling with tutorial videos so I can really appreciate all your B-roll that you put into this sucker. My favorite was when the light turned off when you said "off". I appreciate the little things. 🤘🏼
This video changes everything for me!! Moving the light closer to me makes the light a larger light source!! Brilliant!! Thanks so much! I have the light you use in your video! I also have the Neewer LED Video Light. Can you recommend a light box that I can purchase for that light? I would love to use it with a soft box! Thanks so much for all of the info and links you offer here! I’ve bought many items via your links!
An absolutely incredible video Nolan! Learned more about lighting in less than 5 minutestgan I have in my entire life! Excellent short, to the point, information, and entertaining video! 😊❤👍
I have a daylight bulb in the ceiling light fan. It's off to the right of me. The wall are a nice tan look. When I tried a 60 watt bulb, it made everything look dark even though I'm visible. I do have a ring light with three temp settings but can't put it behinnd the monitor and webcam. I don't think the picture looks too bad. However, I wouldn't mind improving things. Love to get more input on that setup.
Thank so much Think Media finally my UA-cam videos will never be the same again✅✅✅😍😍😍😍😍😍 Love from @Nabling You are the best keep it up. We subscribed because of your videos they are Legit
Oops...It's too late. I already sent success your way. Its coming. And there's no way to stop it! You are creative. You are brilliant. You are worthy of success. May your worries wash away & all your UA-cam dreams come true! 💗Dr. Liz
Actually, as a film DP, I prefer the natural look. If has more detail. With the shadows and highlights on your face and background. When lit, it looked flat and dull withno texture. It all depends on the look one is going for. Either way is fine... is what I'm trying to say. Just depends on what look the dp or director is going for. Enjoyed the video though. Keep up the good work. 👍🏾 🙂
Pro tip: you don't need softbox if you have nearby pure white wall or door: just point the light towards the white surface and use the bounced light only.
Should I get this light or the GVM 80W for a small room? Is there a big improvement in video qualitativ when I get the GVM or is it just more useful in more Situations?
Great Video @nolan and @ThinkMedia. Unfortunately the link for the light is not opening. It would be great if you can provide the how much Watt light you have used inside the softbox it will guide us to have one.
Hey Nolan, I'm about to invest a lot more on my lightning, however I had to research what the lighting terminology means.... key light, hair light, etc. Could you do a video explaining all of this and go through the list? Cheers and keep up the great work!
Can you make a video pairing this with simple mobile phone? No logs format just raw video .mp4 let's see how far can it go. After all there are alot of people in the midrange department.
Hi Nolan, Thanks for the video but when I tried to buy the light, it's not available to ship to my area (Dubai, UAE). It would be super helpful if you gave an alternative in your description.
my( office ) is dark and i only use my monitors as lighting - any tips to help better the lighting without using the regular old light bulb in the room?
Do you guys have videos or tips for lighting more craft type channels where lighting the work in progress or the finished item might trump facial shadows or hair highlights?
Really awesome and really helped this video, amazing content and sweet and short,It was nice to be told exactly what to say, blaw blaw blaw blaw blaw is also no is this video 👍❤😂
Hi! Tell me this. How come that 2 different cameras gives 2 different exposure with exact the same settings??, my face was 2-3 stop overexposed by the Canon G16 powershot and the Nikon d800 full frame it was perfect exposed. Does sensor size matter when you measure light? I used only 1 softbox, it had a bulb inside and this was my only light in the room my keylight and both cameras was set on Manual mode.
Norm, great video! I’m always having issues with glare in my glasses. Straight on lighting doesn’t work and it seems the 45 degree angle creates too much shadow. Do you have any videos that tackle this issue?
Hey l am from India so l check the softbox link it's good but l already have a softbox and a 50 w bulb any suggestion to reduce the brightness of the bulb?
Would it make a difference if you go for a 30 degree angle? I have tried 45 and about 30 and I tend to like 30 degrees. I use an aputure light but any soft light would work.
Whoever wants to grow a successful YT channel starting from scratch, I hope you stay consistent and keep producing great content. Trust the process!
Aside from audio, lighting can be one of the biggest struggles. It is good to see that simple angles and small budgets can produce great results! This is perfect for channels still trying to figure out the best settings. Thanks Nolan and Think Media!
Our pleasure!
Most people don't have the space or money to be able to have a multi-light setup so this is perfect for smaller UA-camrs!
We agree!
If they know what I know they’ll use Klarna! 🤷🏽♂️😂
Yo, all I need is one light, one mic, one stage
WHEN YOUR PARENTS WALK IN YOUR ROOM AND YOU PRETEND YOUR SLEEPING
😂
Amazing track
One shot and one opportunity
😂😂
My lamp was 10 bucks at target. Works well. Don’t over complicate it, fam! Go crush it 👍
Which lamp did you buy?
@@healingjourneys4241 It's a white light, desk lamp that I put in front of me and point it upwards approximately 80 degrees (almost upright), just so that it doesn't directly go into my eyes.
I use that in combination with brightness adjustment in my video editor.
(I don't know the model. Just one of those desk lamps with an adjustable neck/stem)
I just got that same light and I am struggling to use it. I hope with these tips it will look better in my next video. Thanks for all that free and high value content ✨
SUPER HELPFUL!!! Thanks SO MUCH for providing KEY info with such clarity & warmth🙏
This is probably one of the best videos you've made yet Nolan. Been really working on my storytelling with tutorial videos so I can really appreciate all your B-roll that you put into this sucker. My favorite was when the light turned off when you said "off". I appreciate the little things. 🤘🏼
Awesome video. Thank you for being straight to the point
Thank you for this video, it was really helpful for a starting youtuber! :)
This is the BEST PRODUCTION CHANNEL! This one and one another!
Sir, I thank you tremendously. Simple and yet changed the game for me!
This is exactly what I need right now without spending a bunch on lighting! Thanks!
When he said “ having the double chin lit up” I felt that lmao… great video, this light will go in to my cart. Very good for its price point
Right?? I felt called out too. Lol
This was the video I needed. Thanks.
This video changes everything for me!! Moving the light closer to me makes the light a larger light source!! Brilliant!! Thanks so much! I have the light you use in your video! I also have the Neewer LED Video Light. Can you recommend a light box that I can purchase for that light? I would love to use it with a soft box! Thanks so much for all of the info and links you offer here! I’ve bought many items via your links!
I've been using this one for 4 years amzn.to/2W5zRqI
They also have other like it that are circular!
@@nolanmolt Thanks so much!
An absolutely incredible video Nolan! Learned more about lighting in less than 5 minutestgan I have in my entire life! Excellent short, to the point, information, and entertaining video!
😊❤👍
Nolan, your videos are top-notch!
Thank you, appreciate that!
@@nolanmolt YAAAAAAAAS!!!!!!!
@@thethriftyfawn YAS!
@@nolanmolt Anytime!
Thanks Nolan and Think Media. Great share! Peace
Thanks for watching!
@@nolanmolt You're welcome my friend. Well worth the time spent! Peace
I have a daylight bulb in the ceiling light fan. It's off to the right of me. The wall are a nice tan look. When I tried a 60 watt bulb, it made everything look dark even though I'm visible. I do have a ring light with three temp settings but can't put it behinnd the monitor and webcam. I don't think the picture looks too bad. However, I wouldn't mind improving things. Love to get more input on that setup.
Love these quick tips! Thanks Nolan!
lightning is everything.
⚡⚡⚡
It is
Sound is everything
@@codevev yeah, also true
Thank so much Think Media finally my UA-cam videos will never be the same again✅✅✅😍😍😍😍😍😍
Love from @Nabling
You are the best keep it up.
We subscribed because of your videos they are Legit
Oops...It's too late.
I already sent success your way. Its coming. And there's no way to stop it! You are creative. You are brilliant. You are worthy of success. May your worries wash away & all your UA-cam dreams come true! 💗Dr. Liz
Always love the cleverness and useful insight your videos provide! Definitely will be using tips in here for my UA-cam ideas! 💯✔️🔥
Awesome, glad it can help you!
Very useful and down to Earth. Thanks!
Thank you!
I wish everyone success on their UA-cam channel!
Amen Brother Amen
Think Media is the Best UA-cam channel
I am a big fan of think Media and it is very useful for me
Thank you for this video , you just saved me so much money. I didn't know just one soft box would work so well.
Love everything about Think Media, I have been at it for about a year, you all are so influential in how I do things.
Gonna Buy One, Thank You!!!
This really ups your lighting game, might need to invest!
Thank you Nolan. Is this type of quality achievable if I'm recording on my iPhone?
For sure!
Hey Nolan, Thank you so much! This videos are incredibly helpful!
The mountdog softbot light is now £104 in the uk, and I've seen it does not come with a uk plug. Is there an alternative? Good video, though!😁
Actually, as a film DP, I prefer the natural look. If has more detail. With the shadows and highlights on your face and background. When lit, it looked flat and dull withno texture. It all depends on the look one is going for. Either way is fine... is what I'm trying to say. Just depends on what look the dp or director is going for. Enjoyed the video though. Keep up the good work. 👍🏾 🙂
For sure, depends on the look you're going for!! Thanks for checking it out bro!
Thank you! This was helpful!
Thanks for this! I just moved my studio to another room and I've been going crazy trying to place the lights.
You've got this!!
I love this one I'm gonna go for it. Thanks for the video!
Awesome! Keep crushing it!!
Simple and to the point, cheers for the tips Nolan!
Pro tip: you don't need softbox if you have nearby pure white wall or door: just point the light towards the white surface and use the bounced light only.
Absolute gold, thank you!
The light we need in our darkest moment is the Light of Hope 🌟
Shoutout to those who are still trying and never give up!
YOU ARE..... a life savior!
Thank you!!
Thanks for the lighting tip. 💡
Do you have the link to the microphone you mentioned! I can’t find it!
Will this light help in making cooking videos. A reply will be greatly appreciated. Thank you 🙏🏾
Should I get this light or the GVM 80W for a small room? Is there a big improvement in video qualitativ when I get the GVM or is it just more useful in more Situations?
Great Video @nolan and @ThinkMedia. Unfortunately the link for the light is not opening. It would be great if you can provide the how much Watt light you have used inside the softbox it will guide us to have one.
Fantastic tip. Good to know I just need the $50 light.
Thanks, yup!
Think Media always saving new creature money. Love you my friends.
Hey Nolan, I'm about to invest a lot more on my lightning, however I had to research what the lighting terminology means.... key light, hair light, etc. Could you do a video explaining all of this and go through the list? Cheers and keep up the great work!
Excellent tip. I am not sure this soft light will work for me while wearing the glasses.
Check out this video for lighting with glasses... ua-cam.com/video/Rt_0P1swuMs/v-deo.html
This video was lit! 🔥💡
Just got two of the lights for half off when buying used on amazon^
Such helpful tips for a small space/limited set up! Is there a way to soften a ring light if that’s the light you choose?
Great guide.
good video!
Nice setup
I love this because I only use one light as well, same exact way.
Awesome, glad it helped!
Can you make a video pairing this with simple mobile phone? No logs format just raw video .mp4 let's see how far can it go. After all there are alot of people in the midrange department.
Thank you for sharing❤️
Hi Nolan, Thanks for the video but when I tried to buy the light, it's not available to ship to my area (Dubai, UAE). It would be super helpful if you gave an alternative in your description.
This is helpful thanks
Imperial trooper spotted!’
Thanks for this but the Amazon link that you provide shows that the item is not available
Question please, what is the recommended bulb Watt , I mean it is fine to use 20 W or 40 W or 135 W as my main and only source of light.
my( office ) is dark and i only use my monitors as lighting - any tips to help better the lighting without using the regular old light bulb in the room?
Awsome!!!!
Great info. How would you set up lighting for a GoPro 9 in a studio setting.
Same idea, but add alot more light. Go Pro needs more light because it can get noisy in low light situations!
Do you guys have videos or tips for lighting more craft type channels where lighting the work in progress or the finished item might trump facial shadows or hair highlights?
Fill light? Key light? It would be helpful to explain these various types of lights and where they're placed.
it's the easiest thing in the world to google it, the subject of the vid is specifically using only one light
Very helpful!
You Didn't Need a Key Light,a Fill Light and a Backlight. You Really only Need one Light...Ha ha epic Sentence ❤️
what is the shotgun mic that you are using on the light stand in the studio. i need a new one buddy and trust your judgements
Im using the new Sennheiser MKE 400 mic. Making a video on it now!
thank you great video
Hi Nolan, which camera are you using in this? Great video btw, I think I need to upgrade from my rickety ring light :)
Hey Tiffany, I am using a Sony A7Siii With a 20mm f1.8 lens!
@@nolanmolt It looks great! Thanks Nolan
Great tips
Good to be here
Thank youuu soo muchhh
Thank you!
hey wow this is awesome i like that
Really awesome and really helped this video, amazing content and sweet and short,It was nice to be told exactly what to say, blaw blaw blaw blaw blaw is also no is this video 👍❤😂
Hi! Tell me this. How come that 2 different cameras gives 2 different exposure with exact the same settings??, my face was 2-3 stop overexposed by the Canon G16 powershot and the Nikon d800 full frame it was perfect exposed. Does sensor size matter when you measure light? I used only 1 softbox, it had a bulb inside and this was my only light in the room my keylight and both cameras was set on Manual mode.
A great video
Norm, great video! I’m always having issues with glare in my glasses. Straight on lighting doesn’t work and it seems the 45 degree angle creates too much shadow. Do you have any videos that tackle this issue?
Check out this video for lighting with glasses... ua-cam.com/video/Rt_0P1swuMs/v-deo.html
@@ThinkMediaTV thanks for the response! I just realized I called you Norm! So sorry, can’t believe I did that.
@@shallowwaterguy4755 No worries! haha
can you please make a video for a good camera on budget?
Can you turn this light screen horizontal or vertical?
Yes!
@@nolanmolt Thank you Nolan!
Hey l am from India so l check the softbox link it's good but l already have a softbox and a 50 w bulb any suggestion to reduce the brightness of the bulb?
hey pls do a video on full tutorial video of Filmora as like you did for iMovie plsssss
Thank u
Great because I actually have this light and haven’t used it yet.
Awesome! You'll love it!!
@@ThinkMediaTV Thanks 🙏🏽
Would it make a difference if you go for a 30 degree angle? I have tried 45 and about 30 and I tend to like 30 degrees. I use an aputure light but any soft light would work.
You can play with the angle. However, the 45-degree angle produces a Rembrant type lighting loop on your cheek, which is flattering.
I have it very close to the camera so it's more like a 30 degree angle!
🕊
One light is definately a good idea.
What about if I have two of those lights? I’m make videos unboxing comic books
The fan of my softbox (light) creates an unpleasant noise in the background of my videos. Any idea what I can do about it?
Thanks in advance.
Bummer, I'd look at getting a light wiith no fan or a quiter fan?
Is it better to have 2 lights? You can usually order a pair for about an extra half the price of one with these cheaper ones
Sure. You can use the additional light as fill, or behind and off to the side as an edge/hair light to separate yourself from the background.
Can you please make a video how to make a lighting when you film drink vidéo ple
One thing these videos dont mention is how to deal with blown highlights from having these studio lights closer to us...