👋Hello from Mexico every one. Sam, Freja, Chloe and of course the Great Gavin. I really like this one as I have two shoot throw umbrellas, two silver, a softlighter and a 60 x90 Godox softbox. And I love them all. Thank you Gavin.👍
Ahhhhhh I missed it by a few hours. Hello from South Carolina. Love the streams, please don't stop. I've learned so much and you don't know how much it's appreciated.
Hi Gavin, very interesting, and informative as always. I have started using a Godox white reflective umbrella with my Godox ML30 LED continuous light, and I’m very pleased with the results.
and another great vid. i didnt see it live though (again). of course Chloe has done another fabulous job! 4 July.... lol yeah we have a pretty big celebration here in the US
Another helpful video - many thanks, Gavin. The value of working with an experienced (awesome and amazing) model is obvious. Have you done a video on finding a professional model, and, if not, would this be an idea for the future?
During the session I asked if you used a rectangular softbox, to which you answered in the affirmative. Assuming you have a round SB and rectangular SB available, when would you use one as opposed to the other?
Most of the time it really doesn't matter but anytime there's going to be a visible catchlight (like on shiny objects or eyes) then I'll choose the shape based on the results I want.
Gavin, another great video. Can I ask what you v-flat was made from. It looked like a frame covered in canvas. While it may have been cumbersome as a V-Flat it looked awesome as a wall.
I have a silver and white umbrella. The flash into a white umbrella is nice and soft but the silver umbrella a definite no no for me...harsh and multiple shadows
@@GavinHoey I had replied a little while ago, but it is not here now, so I will say again: Please compare the audio of this video to other posts on youtube to see that the audio here is not as clear as it should be. I notice that the lapel mike is pointing downwards. That most like must be the issue.
I watched the recording and found no problems whatsoever with the audio. I heard every word and sound clearly so I don't understand what that other viewer was experiencing - possibly some sort of fault with his own equipment!
Great question Donald. The largest umbrella you can use with a speedlight is the biggest one you own. The light spread of a speedlight will fill any sized umbrella so the question you need to ask yourself is how much light you need? For example, I used my smallest speedlight in my biggest (7' parabolic) umbrella during this live session ua-cam.com/users/liveF8ORQPmxWXo?si=-QSLAFHEA5lDijPr&t=1435
They're super rare Patty. I did hear that a homeware shop had accidently sold some Light Strainer knock offs as cutlery drainers but I can't confirm that rumour 😉
I wanted to match the softbox and umbrella in as many ways as I could (using gear I already own / use) and a silver umbrella ticked that box. White vs Silver umbrellas sounds like another video / live to me, if there's enough interest.
It would have been more comparable to use a white umbrella and softbox. This way you could compared shadow edges, spread of light in room etc... silver produces quite a different output in terms of softness and direction.
Can't you simply put diffuser from softbox on umbrella it still will reflect the light back from umbrella surface but it will go trough diffuser (cloth) and be softer. There are umbrellas already sold with the diffuser by the way, looks like more economical option.
I like deep umbrellas. And i put it overhead and the edge of the umbrella 30cm to 50cm in front of the model (which technically is not overhead anymore, its probably called feathered overhead) and 30cm above the head height. If you get dark raccoon eyes your umbrella is either to close or to high.up, or both. if the umbrella is lower you do not get the raccoon eyes. it is worth experimenting. That silver umbrella Gavin uses is absolute trash. Buy white or pebbled silver., that will give you a much more even light. shiny silver, give you like 8 different highlights and shadows . But maybe that is a certain look you like.
It depends on the density of the sock but also the softbox I was using also has an inner diffuser, a dappled silver texture and the light position is reversed (compared to the umbrella). They all to the mix to make a simple yes / no answer a lot harder. But basically, you're probably about right 😉
Nobody could possibly see my previous two attempts to annonce the worldwide survey starting now and here, with this jubileum take number 500'000'th investgating this exact same theme. ("wich ...is more versatile?" The question is : In Year 2030, how many more of such indispensable, lively, uncomercial films with the same subject will ne available (english only) ? The game is on !
That light strainer is super cool! Thanks for all your great teaching Gavin!
What a great and fun session! Thanks Gavin!
👋Hello from Mexico every one. Sam, Freja, Chloe and of course the Great Gavin. I really like this one as I have two shoot throw umbrellas, two silver, a softlighter and a 60 x90 Godox softbox. And I love them all. Thank you Gavin.👍
Ahhhhhh I missed it by a few hours. Hello from South Carolina. Love the streams, please don't stop. I've learned so much and you don't know how much it's appreciated.
Thank you. I'll keep streaming as long as Adorama will have me and you keep watching 👍
I often use Deep umbrellas and love them!
Great Video Gavin!
Good to know. Deep umbrella, excellent idea. Deep softboxes (with outer diffuser attached) not so much 😉
Thank you Gavin! Good stuff!
I quite like the multiple shadows from the first umbrella shot. Looked interesting.
I like the umbrella output as the photo looks crisp… ❤
That id does 😁
Caught the replay and tried the last lighting setup. Came out great. Thanks for sharing as always a delight!☺
If you mean the one with the grid, it's awesome and super simple as long as your model isn't claustrophobic 😮
Hi Gavin, you have a great team going, fun and friendly. Watching from Australia and thoroughly enjoyable viewing. Thanks 😊
Awesome course. This be great for E Commerce Clothing site or maybe jewelry. Thanks for the tips.
Hi Gavin, very interesting, and informative as always. I have started using a Godox white reflective umbrella with my Godox ML30 LED continuous light, and I’m very pleased with the results.
and another great vid. i didnt see it live though (again). of course Chloe has done another fabulous job!
4 July.... lol yeah we have a pretty big celebration here in the US
always being schooled, a great selection of hints and tips as always.:-)
Chloe has gone from 'Amazing' to 'Awesome'. About time...
All hail Gavin Hoey! :)
Great video as always Gavin
Hi Kirsty. Thank you 👍
@@GavinHoey Hi Gavin your very welcome as always
Another helpful video - many thanks, Gavin. The value of working with an experienced (awesome and amazing) model is obvious. Have you done a video on finding a professional model, and, if not, would this be an idea for the future?
If you don't have a softbox, could you put a scrim/diffuser panel in front of the umbrella to get the same high-key effect?
During the session I asked if you used a rectangular softbox, to which you answered in the affirmative. Assuming you have a round SB and rectangular SB available, when would you use one as opposed to the other?
Most of the time it really doesn't matter but anytime there's going to be a visible catchlight (like on shiny objects or eyes) then I'll choose the shape based on the results I want.
Aye, recording works just fine! 👍🏾
Recording works! I'm sorry I wasn't able to make the live. :)
Gavin, another great video. Can I ask what you v-flat was made from. It looked like a frame covered in canvas. While it may have been cumbersome as a V-Flat it looked awesome as a wall.
It's sheets of 3mm partial board screwed to a wooden frame made 2"x2" timber.
Reza from Sweden, tnx.
Umbrella
Hi genius Gavin. I have a question : The lighting of softbox is almost the same with the umbrella covered with diffuser ?
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Good morning. I'm watching the recording
Hello from San Diego California
4th of July lol! 🎇🗽🇺🇸 We get it. 😂
From South Africa
Hello from Austria!
I have a silver and white umbrella. The flash into a white umbrella is nice and soft but the silver umbrella a definite no no for me...harsh and multiple shadows
I wish the audio was clearer. Thank you..
How so (genuine question)😊
@@GavinHoey I had replied a little while ago, but it is not here now, so I will say again: Please compare the audio of this video to other posts on youtube to see that the audio here is not as clear as it should be. I notice that the lapel mike is pointing downwards. That most like must be the issue.
Hi from Northern Virginia
Eastbourne
I watched the recording and found no problems whatsoever with the audio. I heard every word and sound clearly so I don't understand what that other viewer was experiencing - possibly some sort of fault with his own equipment!
Which way is the flash facing in the soft box?
The flash is at the back on the softbox (shoot through) and the front on a reflective umbrella (shoot into).
If you're using a speedlight, what is the largest umbrella you can use?
Great question Donald. The largest umbrella you can use with a speedlight is the biggest one you own. The light spread of a speedlight will fill any sized umbrella so the question you need to ask yourself is how much light you need? For example, I used my smallest speedlight in my biggest (7' parabolic) umbrella during this live session ua-cam.com/users/liveF8ORQPmxWXo?si=-QSLAFHEA5lDijPr&t=1435
I don't see the amazing/awsome Chloe's tattoos. Were they temporary ones?
Never mind, you went to the top shot and you can see which way the flash is pointing in the Softbox
I'm glad Freya had you covered with the camera angles 😁
Where can I get a light strainer? 🙂
They're super rare Patty. I did hear that a homeware shop had accidently sold some Light Strainer knock offs as cutlery drainers but I can't confirm that rumour 😉
Chloe ❤
Hello from.France
Hello from the recording.
Did he say that the soft box had 180 degrees of coverage?
How did you decide to use a silver umbrella rather than a white umbrella?
I wanted to match the softbox and umbrella in as many ways as I could (using gear I already own / use) and a silver umbrella ticked that box. White vs Silver umbrellas sounds like another video / live to me, if there's enough interest.
It would have been more comparable to use a white umbrella and softbox. This way you could compared shadow edges, spread of light in room etc... silver produces quite a different output in terms of softness and direction.
Oscar Pretoria. South Africa.
Softbox
Can't you simply put diffuser from softbox on umbrella it still will reflect the light back from umbrella surface but it will go trough diffuser (cloth) and be softer.
There are umbrellas already sold with the diffuser by the way, looks like more economical option.
oh this space is actually watched ?
Hello recorded Gavin.
I like deep umbrellas. And i put it overhead and the edge of the umbrella 30cm to 50cm in front of the model (which technically is not overhead anymore, its probably called feathered overhead) and 30cm above the head height. If you get dark raccoon eyes your umbrella is either to close or to high.up, or both. if the umbrella is lower you do not get the raccoon eyes. it is worth experimenting.
That silver umbrella Gavin uses is absolute trash. Buy white or pebbled silver., that will give you a much more even light. shiny silver, give you like 8 different highlights and shadows . But maybe that is a certain look you like.
Hello from recording people.
If you bought a sock to cover the umbrella wouldn't it create that one stop of light like the soft box...
It depends on the density of the sock but also the softbox I was using also has an inner diffuser, a dappled silver texture and the light position is reversed (compared to the umbrella). They all to the mix to make a simple yes / no answer a lot harder. But basically, you're probably about right 😉
Hello!
What is model's name and instagram please?
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Better your photographer say "Oh, my goodness!" than your surgeon or dentist.
Lemon
so… did I miss you taking about umbrella socks? effectively making them a poor man’s soft box?
I mentioned it right at the end Simon. It might be something I can return to in a future Adorama TV live session,
@@GavinHoey Absolutely, I very rarely see real world usage and how effective the ‘socks’ can be… there is an alternative to soft boxes. ☕️
Is this video about beer?
I want fran as my wife she is so beautiful and a red head like me.
Nobody could possibly see my previous two attempts to annonce the worldwide survey starting now and here, with this jubileum take number 500'000'th investgating this exact same theme. ("wich ...is more versatile?"
The question is :
In Year 2030, how many more of such indispensable, lively, uncomercial films with the same subject will ne available (english only) ? The game is on !
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