The video is actually confusing: light is mainly from above, that is why model is asked to lift the chin. In the "bad" photo if photographer asked to lift the chin result would have been better, and the difference would not be so evident. They key difference for person to stand out is due to light fall off, in the open light is stronger making model pop vs dark background.
Thanks Kenny, I really wanted to explain this topic since I always get so many questions about retouching, thinking that I retouch every single portrait.
This is interesting. There are other natural light photographers who prefer to shoot backlit (Irene Rudnyk and Daniel Venter come to mind), yet their results are stunning as well.
Thank you so much! It's a Same Think, instead one source light they shoot with two source light! Main (Key Light) as Open Sky light in front where i show in this video, Second Light (Sun Light) as Backlit.... (You can't create good backlit portrait if your model don't have a front key light)
I really appreciate the time you take to make these videos, Sergey, and I really like your photos. I do think that the eyes get quite dark even with the "good light" examples and haven't found a way of getting around this with natural light without having something blocking the light coming directly overhead (e.g., dense foliage or an awning) or having them look diagonally towards the sky. Would love to hear any other tips if you have them!
Fantastic lesson and good photographs, but I'm not a fan of the heavy retouching. makes it look like AI art. skin looks better with natural textures if you ask me
I was kind of expecting you to mention extreme sunny days without a forest setting. The leaves high up on the trees assist in flagging a lot of the sunlight it seems it also looks overcast or partly cloudy. Midday sun shoots I hear are every photographers nightmare. I recently had to shoot a family event in those circumstances and alot of the shots have eye shadows and other backgrounds accommodating for sun were terrible. Now Im stuck with major editing. Any tips for midday sun shoots(besides don't)?
This is such a great lesson. I've struggled with portraits and feel like watching this taught me the basics I was missing! Thanks Sergey!
Thank you so much, glad to hear that!
one of the best nautral light photography videos i have ever seen!
Thank you very much, I appreciate it!
dude... I am 3 videos in by you.. .you are a goldmine of photography knowledge... thank you for sharing your tips
Thank you so much for your support, I really appreciate it! Glad you are learning!
Best demonstration of lighting I've seen, thanks 👍
This is how a tutorial video should be. Thanks a lot
You're welcome!
I'm a fellow photographer in Greenville, SC! Thanks for the videos!
Hi Rose, great to hear from a local photographer!
Thanks Sergey, very helpful! I always get scared by cloudly light but looks like it can actually be wonderful!
Thanks for the feedback, oh yes indeed!
As always...great content direct and to the point. Like how you showed comparisons between good and bad light in relatively the same area.
Thank you, I appreciate your feedback!
The video is actually confusing: light is mainly from above, that is why model is asked to lift the chin. In the "bad" photo if photographer asked to lift the chin result would have been better, and the difference would not be so evident. They key difference for person to stand out is due to light fall off, in the open light is stronger making model pop vs dark background.
GREAT INFO! Thanks for taking us back to basics on how to find good natural lighting! Appreciate your video....
Thank you so much, I appreciate your feedback!
Sergey this is a top notch video. Explaining how you see and think, while showing it at the same time. 👍🏾
Thanks Kenny, I really wanted to explain this topic since I always get so many questions about retouching, thinking that I retouch every single portrait.
This was a fantastic lesson! I struggle with lighting so much but this made so much sense to me. Thank you!
Thank you so much! Glad to hear that!
Thanks. Very knowledgable. Thanks again.
Thank you so much!
Really good video. Very helpful. Thanks!
You're welcome!
Thanks for the time and tips. Great video.
Thank you so much, I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Thanks for posting!
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great video and great photos!
Thank you so much!
I am just glad I chanced on your channel. Lot to learn from your channel.
Great job.
Thank you so much!!
This is interesting. There are other natural light photographers who prefer to shoot backlit (Irene Rudnyk and Daniel Venter come to mind), yet their results are stunning as well.
Thank you so much! It's a Same Think, instead one source light they shoot with two source light! Main (Key Light) as Open Sky light in front where i show in this video, Second Light (Sun Light) as Backlit.... (You can't create good backlit portrait if your model don't have a front key light)
@@SergeyBidun Thank you for the clarification.
@@LtDeadeye Your welcome
I really like your videos, they are helpful, thanks.
Thank you so much, I appreciate it!
Great video, you are amazing.
Thanks a lot for your feedback!
Hi Sergey, can you show us how you correct the skin? Do you use Dodge and Burn technic? Your portraits are awesome. Thank You for so useful videos.
Thanks ❤️
This video is very useful
Thank you so much!
More direct and objective than that, impossible! And it's very common to see photographers who don't know how to use natural light well
Thank you.
Thank you sir.
Thanks for your support!
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So do you always prefer to light from a 45 degree angle compared to backlighting your subjects? Or just in mid-day lighting?
Good video! With love from Ukraine
Thank you so much, hello to Ukraine!
I really appreciate the time you take to make these videos, Sergey, and I really like your photos. I do think that the eyes get quite dark even with the "good light" examples and haven't found a way of getting around this with natural light without having something blocking the light coming directly overhead (e.g., dense foliage or an awning) or having them look diagonally towards the sky. Would love to hear any other tips if you have them!
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@@SergeyBidun awesome!
Thank you !!!
You're welcome!
Fantastic lesson and good photographs, but I'm not a fan of the heavy retouching. makes it look like AI art. skin looks better with natural textures if you ask me
Thank you! I appreciate your honest feedback!
Isn't better to shoot from the shadow side from her face ? To hit the cinematic triangle?
What if youre looking for that "bad light" effect though? 😂 or maybe some low exposure ninja vs samurai in neon light content lol.
what do you do if the sun is really harsh?
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Thank you
Can I replicate the soft light on the face and the catchlight with an on-flash if I don't have the option to move around?
It's a possible solution for lighting up the face, yes.
Sergey my friend - this was very helpful. It appears that your subject was not a pro model (maybe I am wrong), so very helpful to see your directions.
Thank you, I appreciate your feedback! Yes she's not a model.
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I was kind of expecting you to mention extreme sunny days without a forest setting. The leaves high up on the trees assist in flagging a lot of the sunlight it seems it also looks overcast or partly cloudy. Midday sun shoots I hear are every photographers nightmare. I recently had to shoot a family event in those circumstances and alot of the shots have eye shadows and other backgrounds accommodating for sun were terrible. Now Im stuck with major editing. Any tips for midday sun shoots(besides don't)?
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yeah but u cant do that with one sided direct sun with no clouds. yours is diffused by clouds. today i had harsh sun SQUINTED FACE
I try to shoot only around sunset time, never in the midday when sun is the most harsh...
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