How To Use A Ring Light *CORRECTLY*

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  • Опубліковано 26 лип 2024
  • Hey everyone, in this video I'll show you how you should be using your ring light. I'll go over what a light's purpose is, how I, as a photographer, see light, and 3 things to look out for when using your ring light. K, bye! :)
    00:10 - Are you using your ring light correctly?
    00:38 - Why ring lights are so popular?
    01:30 - The real purpose of lighting
    02:41 - 3 things to look for when using a ring light
    05:20 - Where our eyes go when it comes to photos
    06:35 - What happens when you raise the ring light
    07:29 - Finding the lighting attributes after raising the light
    09:01 - Outro
    Filmed by: David Suh and Valerie Babchuk
    Edited by: YooJin Jeong
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 163

  • @kataocafe
    @kataocafe 2 роки тому +329

    I saw a twitch streamer talk about how they flip the light against the wall to create softer light that fills the room more too! I love these tips and anything that involves using an iPad feels fancy so I’m a fan of it’s more reoccurring appearances 😆

    • @_amrbadr_
      @_amrbadr_ Рік тому +12

      what that streamer did is called "bounce lighting", really nice method to make your lighting natural, you can even do it with your phone!, simply open the camera and open your control panel on your phone and turn on the flashlight and point your phone to the wall, obv the flash isn't super bright like a light bulb but its very sufficient to give some fill light.

    • @MNSWEEE
      @MNSWEEE Рік тому +3

      This is exactly what i do for my zoom meetings

  • @seashore961
    @seashore961 2 роки тому +72

    This is fantastic!! I know nothing about lighting so more content like this would be very appreciated 💗 Thank you for your hard work!

  • @sarahallegra6239
    @sarahallegra6239 Рік тому +27

    What great advice!! I feel like lighting is the thing I struggle most with in photography so this is extremely useful for me! Thank you!!

  • @thegoddessinnercircle
    @thegoddessinnercircle Рік тому +5

    My first time watching you and I love your enthusiasm. I bought a ring light this week!

  • @kellymerole
    @kellymerole 2 роки тому +29

    Your timing is impeccable! I needed this specific advice before May. Also thank you for filming while you had glasses. Sincerely, a vision impaired queen with a ring light.

  • @Ya_girl_tam
    @Ya_girl_tam 2 роки тому +30

    👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 THANK YOU!!! I've been try to figure this out for A LONG time video after video and my lighting was still on the struggle bus. I have a condition called bells palsy and long story short bad lighting just makes me look 🤦🏽‍♀️
    Thank you the demo and explanation

  • @mirandasworld
    @mirandasworld Рік тому +5

    this is the best video iv seen for beginners who dont know a lot about lighting......other videos iv seen dont go into this in the same easy to understand way

  • @GrammarMamma
    @GrammarMamma Рік тому +5

    this was so good. and i LOVE the way you talk, your passion for light just comes through!!! love!!!

  • @thaipilled
    @thaipilled 2 роки тому +6

    Thank you for the tips!! This was exactly what/how I needed to learn this!!! 💗💙💗

  • @miskaball1734
    @miskaball1734 2 роки тому +3

    Thank you, so far the best video I’ve seen on ring light topic. Blessings to you

  • @withjamie.dds.youtube
    @withjamie.dds.youtube 7 місяців тому +5

    Great tip! Thank you keeping it so simple yet applicable! So cool to learn about light & photography also 📸✨

  • @serunaisayang9312
    @serunaisayang9312 2 роки тому +6

    God bless u bro, easy to understand, fun to watch. I learn a lot. Keep producing quality content! Have a nice day.

  • @misticaerykah
    @misticaerykah 2 роки тому +4

    Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with us! You're def the best 💖💖💖💖

  • @catharinabester1452
    @catharinabester1452 9 місяців тому +3

    Great video! Thank you. Really simplistic while being detailed enough to understand light and the effect on images. Drawing on the photo really drives the principles home. I have to buy and use a ring light for helpful. Instant subscriber even though I am not a content creator.

  • @sandraboateng6119
    @sandraboateng6119 Рік тому +2

    Excellent advice, just what I needed, thank you!!

  • @chatwitharpita4081
    @chatwitharpita4081 Рік тому +3

    I like the confidence with which you talked about the topic

  • @Shivaniydbk
    @Shivaniydbk Рік тому +12

    I like how you explain it with subtle sarcasm - I had a good time watching you give your lesson and it went straight to my head!! Good work
    yes, I am fond of artists who demonstrate/express their perspectives

  • @milesdyett4922
    @milesdyett4922 Рік тому +5

    How do you only have 34k subs. Your content quality is insane! 👍

  • @gabrielmoro3d
    @gabrielmoro3d Рік тому +8

    Great tips, so well edited and illustrated. Would you mind sharing what brand is your ring light? And also the separate camera stand? Thanks a lot!

  • @akshayshevkari7656
    @akshayshevkari7656 Рік тому +1

    this video is very helpful! Thanks a ton, man!!!

  • @tonyvitanova
    @tonyvitanova Рік тому

    nice video David! very very helpful

  • @zebedimuga7049
    @zebedimuga7049 Рік тому +3

    Great presentation i watched several videos before i landed on yours. you explained this very well keep it up thanks

  • @dancu9271
    @dancu9271 7 місяців тому

    A lot of thanks for making and sharing your video!!

  • @bipolarluck
    @bipolarluck 2 роки тому

    very very helpful!!! thank youuu!

  • @veronica_rich_
    @veronica_rich_ Рік тому

    Absolutely loved this video

  • @appaloosa-marketing
    @appaloosa-marketing Рік тому +1

    the ipad analysis was really interesting. would love to see you critique & fix different casual photos!

  • @granjmy
    @granjmy 10 місяців тому

    LOL! LOVE the voice-activated light stand! :)

  • @theboywiththepampersandtoy6313
    @theboywiththepampersandtoy6313 17 днів тому

    Thank you for the tips 🔥

  • @janetjoshlina
    @janetjoshlina Рік тому

    Love you man 💯💯

  • @WilliamMMiller
    @WilliamMMiller Рік тому

    Thank you. Just what I was looking for.

  • @suwybee
    @suwybee Рік тому

    Thank you so much this was really helpful 🥰🤩

  • @kilalalune
    @kilalalune 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you so much for this video. It was so incredibly helpful. I have felt for a long time now that my ringlight makes me look like I have a double chin and it was driving me crazy and now I know why. 😭

  • @bookcaseofdoom
    @bookcaseofdoom Рік тому

    Thank you for the tips! You're lovely to watch and listen to. I'll go play with my ringlight, because my videos look a mess :D

  • @MarilynHarding
    @MarilynHarding 9 місяців тому

    Just brought my ring light home - thank you for this!

  • @choiceblade
    @choiceblade Рік тому

    GOT my sub on the very first vid. Crystal clear, bruv.

  • @I_Mmonicka
    @I_Mmonicka 5 місяців тому

    hey it was lovely and easy to understand , thanks

  • @kendracoleman99
    @kendracoleman99 Рік тому

    Very helpful video!

  • @gnoosee
    @gnoosee Рік тому

    thank you very much for this, getting confident and ideas how to pose little by little

  • @Normi19
    @Normi19 6 місяців тому

    Super useful!

  • @user-sj6ks7em8m
    @user-sj6ks7em8m 10 місяців тому

    Thank you so much! Now I know what to do ❤

  • @Boyanadee
    @Boyanadee 9 місяців тому +1

    Thank You so much!

  • @MaryVlogs66
    @MaryVlogs66 Рік тому

    thank you sir for amazing content

  • @edutopiawithsharmeen3189
    @edutopiawithsharmeen3189 Рік тому +1

    Nice video!!

  • @oliverliwan6537
    @oliverliwan6537 Рік тому

    Thanks for sharing these valuable knowledge bro. Subd'

  • @thenoone23
    @thenoone23 2 роки тому

    It helps me!

  • @MoonbearDiedHere
    @MoonbearDiedHere Рік тому

    Wow. Now my self tapes are gonna look even better with my a7siii , thanks 🙏🏾

  • @arukwevivian9098
    @arukwevivian9098 2 роки тому

    Your a great teacher

  • @exploration-pioneer
    @exploration-pioneer 6 місяців тому

    Shout out from 🇨🇦 Canada,NFLD🇨🇦 Love it old blue! Soon getting my set up 🎥 thanks for the tips 👌

  • @RossMaynardProcessExcellence
    @RossMaynardProcessExcellence 5 місяців тому +1

    Very instructional video, thank you. What do you think on ring light versus softbox?

  • @taovanilla8117
    @taovanilla8117 Рік тому

    THANK YOU!!

  • @soniabae345
    @soniabae345 Рік тому

    I really love this woow.... you're funny too dear thanks for the tips

  • @ttcompilation4880
    @ttcompilation4880 4 місяці тому

    nice video thanks ❤

  • @KayneWalshNZ
    @KayneWalshNZ 2 роки тому +2

    I think tilting your head to the side really helped as well to create depth

  • @southsideshankie
    @southsideshankie 2 роки тому +4

    Thank you for this! Is there a link somewhere for the ring light and phone stand that you are using in this video? Thanks! x

  • @Blackbird_magus
    @Blackbird_magus Рік тому +1

    Thank you so much for your teaching.
    For Vlogging should I use an 18inch or 21inch ring light?
    What size do you use please?

  • @myenergypilates
    @myenergypilates Рік тому +1

    Any video lighting suggestions if the subject wears glasses? THANKS, this was helpful!

  • @crystarrabatten6977
    @crystarrabatten6977 2 роки тому +1

    Love you on TikTok! Do you have any ring light recommendations?

  • @CatharsisByProxy
    @CatharsisByProxy Рік тому +1

    Your fit is top notch my friend

  • @casandralineji
    @casandralineji Рік тому

    Finally found you!!🥺

  • @andrewangle3149
    @andrewangle3149 4 місяці тому

    I don't have tons of studio setup experience but from playing with the configuration, I got the best lighting by having the camera (DSLR) aimed through the center of the ring light and had a second light (a large softbox) offset at an angle to create soft shadows. The two lights together made it easier to take control of the contrast. Of course, that's fine for a studio setting where you don't have to haul equipment and have the space for a space-hog of a light fixture.

    • @andrewangle3149
      @andrewangle3149 4 місяці тому

      I'm lucky to have a local public library with a dedicated photo/video/podcast studio that's free for patrons to use, and includes the big ring light & softbox.

  • @sandeepsarwargi2340
    @sandeepsarwargi2340 Рік тому +1

    Hi, what’s the best lighting setup for creating reels while using back camera

  • @drmcrusher7517
    @drmcrusher7517 Рік тому

    First i want to say thanks for ur video, my question is which ring light are u using? which brand is good ?

  • @mydigitalspace13
    @mydigitalspace13 Рік тому +6

    You are like the cool elementary teacher who make sure that our foundation of knowledge is built great but in a fun engaging way without making us feel stupid ❤️

  • @Lesbyearning
    @Lesbyearning Рік тому

    This was very educational, thanks!

  • @rev.tylermallari3899
    @rev.tylermallari3899 11 місяців тому +3

    Let's be friends

  • @annema3088
    @annema3088 2 роки тому +43

    The principle is to only choose the right and not the expensive. This principle applies only to popular demand.
    Now the common parameters of the latest lamps in 2022:
    1. (1) There are 10 levels of brightness, and the color temperature is 2900K-6700K. If you can't reach it, you can pass it directly, because they are out of date;
    (2) The computer clip used by 6-8inch has the disadvantage of damaging the computer screen. 10-12inch use desktop stand, limited lighting range and usage scenarios. 14-16 inches, these two sizes are relatively small, neither big nor small, and the scope of application is limited.
    18-20 inches, more recommended, the brightness and usage scenarios can meet most needs, 21-22 inches, the brightness is better, but due to the large head of the lamp, the bracket is unstable and easy to tilt.
    (3) Most of the brackets on the market are of the same specification, and the selling points of each are concentrated on the ring light.
    2. 1%-100% LED display, I suggest that non-professional photographers do not need to choose, can you see with your eyes where the difference in brightness between 10% and 15% is? When we generally use it, we use our eyes to see if it meets our lighting effects. It is just like the general rotation and buttons to adjust up and down.
    2.
    There are two types of power supplies, one is USB and the other is Power Adapter with Plug. If you have high requirements on the brightness of the light, choose the Power Adapter with Plug, because it includes all the brightness of USB and higher.
    3.
    The number of lamps directly affects the effect of lighting. The more lamp beads of the same specification, the more evenly distributed the light. Color Rendering Index CRI>90, the higher the CRI, the better, the closer to natural light, the more expensive the price.
    4. The more lamp beads of the same specification, the more uniform the light will be.
    If you can't remember so many parameters, it doesn't matter. Look at the title. The parameters displayed in the title represent the seller's advantage. If the advantages of the title cannot reach the above parameters or the description indicates that this parameter is lower than the basic parameters on the market, Sellers want to highlight their advantages and make you want to buy.
    Different usage needs, you can choose the one that suits you according to your own needs.
    mtw.so/6aV1zK

    • @abrahampena2061
      @abrahampena2061 Рік тому

      great review

    • @helencharalambous3746
      @helencharalambous3746 9 місяців тому +1

      Why do I get a yellow color on the face of my model?
      Is it OK to use ring light and another led light at the same time to take a portrait photo? I am a make up artist. Thank you very much.

    • @037-iqrashaikh9
      @037-iqrashaikh9 9 місяців тому

      How many watts of light should it be?

    • @catharinabester1452
      @catharinabester1452 9 місяців тому

      Great tips on tech specs when buying a light for the 1st time. Tx. I read 40inch light and colour correctness of CRI >90 but never thought about the power supply.

  • @jamescrawford8538
    @jamescrawford8538 6 місяців тому

    I'm about to do a video for my first professional page for my art work of painted models so this will be necessary to learn

  • @yeck9553
    @yeck9553 2 роки тому +2

    The leather jacket sounds make this unintentional ASMR

  • @Norwegia0505
    @Norwegia0505 2 роки тому +4

    Hi, where did you get it??... I want those huge ring light

  • @skeeter874
    @skeeter874 7 місяців тому +3

    Thanks for the advice. I think it would have helped more if the second photo you took was the same as the first, so the comparison was shown better.

    • @abigailhollis3916
      @abigailhollis3916 6 місяців тому +1

      Right!!!!!! I was like…😒😒😒, you just messed up the illustration because you are comparing apples 🍎 to oranges 🍊… 😠…

  • @misticaerykah
    @misticaerykah 2 роки тому

    I'd love to learn from you how to take photos of animals or food, since those can't pose, how can we make them pose? Lol i hope you know what I mean. Thank you 💖💖💖💖 lots of love and light for you

  • @SkyRocket159
    @SkyRocket159 Рік тому

    full frontal 360 😂 Hahahah that's a good one

  • @Cardboardcar918
    @Cardboardcar918 10 місяців тому

    01:01 For any single person
    Me who’s in a relationship: ohh come on I need a relationship ring light now

  • @noochy
    @noochy 2 роки тому

    First time watching & it's a thumbs up from me. Your energy is dope 👌

  • @lilyvuuu
    @lilyvuuu Рік тому

    Please help David!! Why does my ring light create so much GLARE on my clients?? I do beauty! THIS WAS SO HELPFUL THOUGH THANK YOU!

  • @darkdoom907
    @darkdoom907 11 місяців тому

    are japani teri vibe bohot acchi lgi humko😂 (badabing bada boom!!!)

  • @itsadrienne2287
    @itsadrienne2287 9 місяців тому

    I know you saw the movie ''The Professional'' Lol my favorite movie Leon did'nt play, but that's the vibe you giving me cool but nothing to play with

  • @LoveAndLightGarden
    @LoveAndLightGarden Рік тому

    Thank you so much for all this wonderful information!! I have a question.. how to position a ring light when wearing glasses so that it doesn’t reflect in the glasses constantly? I am thinking towards standing up moving around a bit in front of the camera showcasing art for sale.

    • @rangernubxx
      @rangernubxx Рік тому +1

      I've turned my towards the wall and turned the brightness to the max, seems to do a pretty nice job

  • @keshavasaiya4470
    @keshavasaiya4470 Рік тому

    Hey David suggest me some good video editing applications..

  • @postmanmaj
    @postmanmaj 4 місяці тому

    Hi how would you take pictures of makeup and position the ring light

  • @CrispyDsmooth
    @CrispyDsmooth Місяць тому

    Some of them come with white an orange cover. My friend explained to me the orange cover gives natural light. From your experience should i use both orange and white cover or just go with white ?

  • @chultukefunny
    @chultukefunny 16 днів тому

    Please give me answer.... At 6:19 which setup you do... How much light and friquency..
    I have a good ring light but I am not able to use correctly... Please any one suggest me

  • @Ewnothanku
    @Ewnothanku Рік тому +1

    What ring light do you use

  • @androidgameplays4every13
    @androidgameplays4every13 Рік тому

    Where can I buy one of those voice activated light stands?

  • @TiffSmith-up3bi
    @TiffSmith-up3bi Рік тому

    Angles!

  • @JessieLlorca-ns8fo
    @JessieLlorca-ns8fo Рік тому

    How much and how to order?

  • @jillleach2919
    @jillleach2919 10 місяців тому

    I have a ring light that is able to hold my IPhone, but it like a Spring so I need 3 hands to make it fit. Any help is appreciated ❤

  • @shoaibchauhan4441
    @shoaibchauhan4441 Рік тому

    How to use it for overhead video or unboxing video

  • @voidwatch77
    @voidwatch77 Рік тому +2

    Still a struggle with glasses glare though, I have no clue how to fix that part 😢
    Meaning I can see the circle reflect in my glasses.

  • @richardturk7162
    @richardturk7162 Рік тому

    Nice Smurf hat.

  • @Moon_lovelyme
    @Moon_lovelyme 4 місяці тому

    I’ve been using a ring light for years! Yesterday, my husband showed me that I’ve been using it facing the wrong way🤦🏿‍♀️

  • @AbbyMicheal
    @AbbyMicheal Рік тому

    A voice activated ring called Valerie 😂

  • @christinaferreira9649
    @christinaferreira9649 Рік тому

    Sign me up for your Master Class 🤩

  • @israelc0605
    @israelc0605 Рік тому

    This guy looks like the guy that makes reviews for sardines 😊

  • @ravou_pubg
    @ravou_pubg 10 місяців тому

    So what is the right way??

  • @gothicdolls
    @gothicdolls 11 місяців тому +1

    It is more like, how to misuse a ring light correctly. Just use normal light with a modifier. Easier to control and more power to play with. Ring Light has unique characteristic, if you use it correctly.

  • @mrs.6813
    @mrs.6813 Рік тому

    Aren't ring lights hard on the eyes, if you are working for many hours in front of it?

  • @mido_05
    @mido_05 6 місяців тому

    what`s the name of the ring light?

  • @davida5296
    @davida5296 Рік тому +1

    yes and no.... this is a great tutorial on how to use a ring light as a key light in a one light set up, but a ring lights benefit is the concentric lighting, and circles in the eyes...a technique which originated from ring flash techniques. if you don't have access to other lights, then go this route, but if possible, use a dedicated light or flash with a modifier on it as a key light

  • @muhammadafin8738
    @muhammadafin8738 Рік тому +1

    Should I turn off the room light?