Gavin has probably the best tutorials. They are professional and Gavin has such a good energy, it is inspiring to listen to him. I love the simplicity of his teaching and it's easy to follow his advice step by step in order to learn. Added with the professional quality in the films, both video and audio, these are so good.
I've done this before years ago but without any real knowledge of what I was doing, but now I want to do it "right" and this was an excellent explanation. Thanks mate!
I'm just getting back after selling all my 2 1/4 format equipment. This is one of the best sites Ive found now that I've started over again. Thank you...
I read the bible to you know and when it " Art Thou " or " Thou Art " I figured someone had painted a picture or maybe a chisel was somewhere , thanks Mr. Galvin Hoey you have blessed thy sanctuary with knowledge (your class is great man Thanks)
I have watched this tutorial a few times. Im shooting for the first time a friend in a similar shoot. I dont have as good equipment, but I was able to get some ideas from this one. Thank you so much for taking the time to post these Gavin. You have always been one of my go to inspirations. Thank you sir.
shooting in manual mode and spot metering the subject with the camera and confirm exposure using exposure indicator readings for highlights, midtones, and shadows is better way than using external light meter. To makes exposure adjustments you can simply change shutter speed.
Another Amazing tutorial! I probably learn more from Gavin in 5-10 mins since its no fluff compared to some tutorials that take 45-60 mins to view. Thanks!
For a more complete information, it would be nice, if possibile, to have some data about the speedlight, tech. char. and setting. Thank you Gavin for the brilliant video.
Wow, learning a lot from your videos. Quick question. When the settings are displayed for pics for example at 3:24 it says f/8, 200th of a sec, ISO 200 and 30 mm. What is the 30mm referring to? Is that talking about how wide or narrow your flash or speedlite is zoomed in or out? Or is it talking about what mm your lens on camera is set to? Please explain.
The 30mm is the focal length of the lens. With the Olympus Micro Four Thirds system that I'm using 30mm is the equivalent focal length to 60mm on a full frame camera.
Great, like it. Question. When using low light, and, using studio light your light meter will show under exposed. How do you know when you have the power settings set on your flash to accommodate your settings in the camera will both come out in the result you want?
Hello Gavin. You are my all-time favorite photography teacher. I would like to know one more thing: Do you have a tutorial on how to make or where to buy a Background wall as you have in all your studio videos?
Great video Gavin. If I could chime in about the softbox being in the shot issue though; I realize not all of us have massive 70-200 or equivalent lenses and, admittedly, they may not be always ideal for small studio shooting. But - what they do offer us is a reduced field of view. As you know Gavin, and I'm sure as many of your viewers and followers will or have learned, is that when you change the focal length to a higher number (100mm let's say, over 40mm) your field of view also changes. It narrows, but offers you greater "zoom". Also, (not as important in studio low key shots) it compresses the background (bringing it closer to the model, but still maintaining separation with bokeh). The take away from what I am saying is that if you use a higher focal length your view will be narrower, thus taking your lighting nearly or entirely out of your shot. I use this method to get buttery backgrounds and crisp details in the face ( I love tight shots ) and also to save me time in post trying to get rid of things. I like my images to look as natural as possible, and even though I tend to bring my modifiers very close to my talent, I typically never seem to see them in my shots because I shoot at or above 75mm consistently.
I love your videos, Gavin! I wonder why the pictures are not brighter, because of the white walls. Got. white walls, too in my small studio but i don‘t get such pretty dark shots. Please help me. Thanks
The photo with a red cloth is very beautiful, I would also like to taka a photo using a red cloth. Is it a rayon cloth? I hope I can get the similar stuff.
Uma só luz, estúdio pequeno e um grande resultado. E para finalizar, uma dica de ouro. Tutorial simplemente fantástico. Um grande agradecimento aqui do Brasil.
Hi Gavin. I'm loving this series as I have a very small studio space. I have equipment question. When using the Godox transmitter to activate the 180/360, is it the same transmitter to fire the 850? Can they be used simultaneously? Mixing the 360 and the 850 speed light. Thank you.
+nordiesworld Yes it is. The Streaklight 360, 180 and Flashpoint zoom Li-ion speedlight all use the same transmitter. I set each to it's own group so I can remote fire and remote control the power all from the camera :)
Great how to! I've shot almost all my stuff in natural light so this is good info! Can you post a link to what softbox you were using, or recommend one, and also the light stand? Thanks.
+Scott Fillmer I'm glad it was of help Scott. The softbox is the Westcott 32" Rapid Box Duo and the light stand is by Linco. You'll find links to both in the video description ;)
Thanks, very much, for this and all your videos. After watching them for some years and shooting, your's is the voice I hear helping me to get it right! Thanks again.
hey gavin nice videos. id like to ask what is the floorspace of your studio where you shoot these tutorials. im putting up a small studio myself. thanks. cheers.
Gavin, you really are one of the finest Photography Tutors. Why haven't you written a book on lighting ... or any other aspect of photography for that matter?
+Tony M I'm glad the video helped. I've no idea what the power setting for the lights was and it really isn't that important. The flashes I used here go between 1/128th power and 1/1 power in 1/3rd stops. All I can say is they were set somewhere in between to give me the exposure I wanted. Things like the modifier, flash to subject distance and camera settings will all have a baring on what power is dialed in.
Great video, and Gavin,the truco you used on black, can be done on white? I mean ingresar black alzo affect contrast on model's skin... Increase white Will affect skin tone...any advise to renové details on white backgrounds?
Gavin I've been watching your videos for years now. Wanted to say that you have been a great resource in regard to my photography and photoshop skills. Just wanted to say thanks, you're the best. Thumbs up...
Another great video, Gavin. You're very good. Thanks for all of the insights. Question: I just jumped into the Olympus M4/3 system and not sure what to do for remote flashes...you appear to be using the Flashpoints off camera with the transmitter. Will these flashes work on camera as well? The Adorama website isn't explicit about this. I'm not looking for anything elaborate but would like to be able control two off-camera flashes, maybe three. no TTL is fine.
+John Guillaume Using the Flashpoint R1 triggers you can control up to 16 flashes (as long as the have the R1 receivers). If you're just shooting manual then you can use the Flashpoint Streaklight / Zoom as a single on camera flash with M4/3 cameras :)
Hi Gavin, I have recently bought the Adorama creative kit you advertise on your videos ( FP360, remote transmitter and receiver, beauty dish, dome etc). However it is really difficult for me to set it up. I have seen you mention in your videos about changing the flash power using the remote. Can you 'Please' make a video of how to setup the remote transmitter, the camera flash settings for the off camera flash to work. Basically, I can't get it working and I must mention that there was no manual in the kit and I just have to play around and still is not working for me. It will be really helpful if you can make a video just about the creative kit that Adorama offers. Can you also explain about the difference between channels and groups and their role in flash point 360. What if I but Fp 180 streaklight, and the channels or group to be set on that. Thanks in advance Gavin
Great video Gavin! One question though, in the first set up you demonstrate, the result includes a pure black background. I tried the ''exact'' same set-up but the background was blackish but not pure black. If i try to darken the blacks in lightroom as you show at the end of the video, the results do not come close to your shot. So my question is, how did you achieve this pure black background?
Very informative. I’m buying a flash and umbrella soon to begin trying out both flash photography and portraits. I have seen you use a light meter in a few videos, are they necessary? Is there perhaps a phone app that can be recommended as a low budget alternative?
Hi Gavin, small explanation please - can you explain how you trigger the studio light with the light meter ? I can see there isn't a cable- and I know Sekonic works with pocket wizard!?? Please
Does anyone have any tips on how to create that studio black background effect in Photoshop? Like, I want to change any background to black and make the subject blend in a bit without looking like a copy and paste. I'm just a beginner and your advice would be great.
Gavin has probably the best tutorials. They are professional and Gavin has such a good energy, it is inspiring to listen to him. I love the simplicity of his teaching and it's easy to follow his advice step by step in order to learn. Added with the professional quality in the films, both video and audio, these are so good.
Wow both the model and photographer are such professionals. Done the whole session effortlessly.
Probably the best photographic tutorials on the web. Thanks Gavin.
But not the best model, she absolutly don't know what to do
I agree. The comment is wholly unnecessary.
Leo Sbirakos
One of the best photography channel on RUclips.
Best photography teacher on youtube!
glennskitchen he’s good, for sure
4 years old and still valid. Going to try this over Christmas. Fern won’t be here, but my granddaughter will be.
Excellent. I am so glad this content remains on RUclips. Caught it today. Thanks.
Great useful video!
Probably the best light techniques I have seen on RUclips..Huge thanks
Brilliant edit to black Gavin. I learned something valuable. Thanks
I've done this before years ago but without any real knowledge of what I was doing, but now I want to do it "right" and this was an excellent explanation. Thanks mate!
Awesome vid Gavin....can’t wait to try this technique
Hoey, you are the only person who made me speak to a RUclips screen, and say "Thank you Hoey".
awesome ... many thanks gavin for sharing this beneficial practice
Wow....that was a simple and yet effective editing....Gavin Hoey rocks!
I can not wait to try this out!!!
Phenomenal, best photographer and educator on the internet! Amazing energy!
Damn that trick with removing the softbox was so good! Learning a lot of your videos
no ego. all knowledge. thank you. fantastic.
Gavin, you are always the best teacher !!
Settings. Did you first f-down to the point where all the ambient light was gone?
Great tutorial!
I'm just getting back after selling all my 2 1/4 format equipment. This is one of the best sites Ive found now that I've started over again. Thank you...
I read the bible to you know and when it " Art Thou " or " Thou Art " I figured someone had painted a picture or maybe a chisel was somewhere , thanks Mr. Galvin Hoey you have blessed thy sanctuary with knowledge (your class is great man Thanks)
Very nice. Several fantastic nuggets of great info throughout. Well done.
I have watched this tutorial a few times. Im shooting for the first time a friend in a similar shoot. I dont have as good equipment, but I was able to get some ideas from this one. Thank you so much for taking the time to post these Gavin. You have always been one of my go to inspirations. Thank you sir.
Great photos and fantastic choice of model, Fern's beauty is strong and striking and your superb skills really bring this out.
shooting in manual mode and spot metering the subject with the camera and confirm exposure using exposure indicator readings for highlights, midtones, and shadows is better way than using external light meter. To makes exposure adjustments you can simply change shutter speed.
That lightroom tip made my day.
Thanks for that.
my favorite photographic chanel...thanks gavin sir ...
Gavin, Ty you have simplified many of my questions in one video. Oh and I have watched many.
Genio!!!
You are a Genius Gavin!!! Applausse!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks for share your tecniques!!!
Congratulations!!!
Giorgio.
Argentina.
awesome work as always, thanks Gavin!
He's the best on YT!
Very informative video Gavin and Fern is beautiful!
Excellent video Gavin. One question: What radio triggers did you use with the E-M5 II? Didn't found them on the description. Thanks
+mariotheotaku I'm using the Flashpoint Streaklight 360 flash and the Flashpoint R1 trigger set. More info here www.adorama.com/FPRRSL.html
Excellent Gavin, I've learnt so much watching your videos, many thanks........Bill
Another Amazing tutorial! I probably learn more from Gavin in 5-10 mins since its no fluff compared to some tutorials that take 45-60 mins to view. Thanks!
For a more complete information, it would be nice, if possibile, to have some data about the speedlight, tech. char. and setting. Thank you Gavin for the brilliant video.
Noted, thank you!
Geez ! you make it so simple ! thank you.
Unbelievable photographer, lost count of how many times I've watched your videos
Super beautiful portraits!
Never saw before such a great speech
Wow, learning a lot from your videos. Quick question. When the settings are displayed for pics for example at 3:24 it says f/8, 200th of a sec, ISO 200 and 30 mm. What is the 30mm referring to? Is that talking about how wide or narrow your flash or speedlite is zoomed in or out? Or is it talking about what mm your lens on camera is set to? Please explain.
The 30mm is the focal length of the lens. With the Olympus Micro Four Thirds system that I'm using 30mm is the equivalent focal length to 60mm on a full frame camera.
Super job - very, very nice work and efficient explanations. Just perfect.
Great, like it. Question. When using low light, and, using studio light your light meter will show under exposed. How do you know when you have the power settings set on your flash to accommodate your settings in the camera will both come out in the result you want?
I love this. Thank you! It is so simple when I see you do it.
Gavin H is the BEST and my fave teacher. Always spot on. You rock!
very good video Gavin. thank you very much.
Gavin... Thank you ))) Really nice video and well explained! Feel like it is getting time to give my new light meter a test! )))
Beautiful shots, with a magical touch 😎👍🏽.
Gracias Adorama por estos videos tan explicitos y de mucho contenido.
Hello Gavin. You are my all-time favorite photography teacher. I would like to know one more thing: Do you have a tutorial on how to make or where to buy a Background wall as you have in all your studio videos?
always looks so easy how you create your amazing shots using very basic equipment, very nice indeed
Beautiful! Thanks for this lesson!
Thanks for short & crisp information
Great video Gavin. If I could chime in about the softbox being in the shot issue though; I realize not all of us have massive 70-200 or equivalent lenses and, admittedly, they may not be always ideal for small studio shooting. But - what they do offer us is a reduced field of view. As you know Gavin, and I'm sure as many of your viewers and followers will or have learned, is that when you change the focal length to a higher number (100mm let's say, over 40mm) your field of view also changes. It narrows, but offers you greater "zoom". Also, (not as important in studio low key shots) it compresses the background (bringing it closer to the model, but still maintaining separation with bokeh). The take away from what I am saying is that if you use a higher focal length your view will be narrower, thus taking your lighting nearly or entirely out of your shot. I use this method to get buttery backgrounds and crisp details in the face ( I love tight shots ) and also to save me time in post trying to get rid of things. I like my images to look as natural as possible, and even though I tend to bring my modifiers very close to my talent, I typically never seem to see them in my shots because I shoot at or above 75mm consistently.
I love your videos, Gavin! I wonder why the pictures are not brighter, because of the white walls. Got. white walls, too in my small studio but i don‘t get such pretty dark shots. Please help me. Thanks
Awesome work thank you for the video
The photo with a red cloth is very beautiful, I would also like to taka a photo using a red cloth. Is it a rayon cloth? I hope I can get the similar stuff.
The trick for removing objects in Lightroom is so cool: obvious, easy and new to me. Thank you.
Uma só luz, estúdio pequeno e um grande resultado. E para finalizar, uma dica de ouro. Tutorial simplemente fantástico. Um grande agradecimento aqui do Brasil.
Bem!
Hi Gavin. I'm loving this series as I have a very small studio space. I have equipment question. When using the Godox transmitter to activate the 180/360, is it the same transmitter to fire the 850? Can they be used simultaneously? Mixing the 360 and the 850 speed light. Thank you.
+nordiesworld Yes it is. The Streaklight 360, 180 and Flashpoint zoom Li-ion speedlight all use the same transmitter. I set each to it's own group so I can remote fire and remote control the power all from the camera :)
Thank you so much! The video on gray backgrounds inspired me to purchase a gray X-Drop.
Awesome simple and fun thanks.
Thanks a lot Gavin. Really learning a lot with you.
Fantastique, merci Gavin !!!
Great how to! I've shot almost all my stuff in natural light so this is good info! Can you post a link to what softbox you were using, or recommend one, and also the light stand? Thanks.
+Scott Fillmer I'm glad it was of help Scott. The softbox is the Westcott 32" Rapid Box Duo and the light stand is by Linco. You'll find links to both in the video description ;)
Thanks, very much, for this and all your videos. After watching them for some years and shooting, your's is the voice I hear helping me to get it right! Thanks again.
hey gavin nice videos. id like to ask what is the floorspace of your studio where you shoot these tutorials. im putting up a small studio myself. thanks. cheers.
hands down the tut vids i have seen this far, very good work!
Great video and explanation Gavin, just one doubt, how did u remove the soft box in PS in the picture having a beam reeking in, onto the model's face?
Great idea! I will definitely will try this!
Marvelous easy and great shots 👍🏼
WOW! This is by far the best video on low light that I have seen.
Gavin, you really are one of the finest Photography Tutors. Why haven't you written a book on lighting ... or any other aspect of photography for that matter?
Fantastic Lesson !!! Many Thanks.....
Love your videos Gavin!
Gavin that was great! How do I get rid of a blown out softbox in a background that isnt black though?
Thanks Gavin, it has given me such a confidence boost, kindly say what power was the studio light on?
+Tony M I'm glad the video helped. I've no idea what the power setting for the lights was and it really isn't that important. The flashes I used here go between 1/128th power and 1/1 power in 1/3rd stops. All I can say is they were set somewhere in between to give me the exposure I wanted. Things like the modifier, flash to subject distance and camera settings will all have a baring on what power is dialed in.
I love playing with light so it was not so surprising what you showed but that photoshop trick at the end, oh my God... thank you for that :D
I really loved this. Thank you so much Gavin! Splendid.
Jeremy Parr that was very interesting great imfo Gavin thank you so much for you video on how to shoot in low key yours truly Jeremy Parr.
Great video, and Gavin,the truco you used on black, can be done on white? I mean ingresar black alzo affect contrast on model's skin... Increase white Will affect skin tone...any advise to renové details on white backgrounds?
Gavin I've been watching your videos for years now. Wanted to say that you have been a great resource in regard to my photography and photoshop skills. Just wanted to say thanks, you're the best. Thumbs up...
Another great video, Gavin. You're very good. Thanks for all of the insights. Question: I just jumped into the Olympus M4/3 system and not sure what to do for remote flashes...you appear to be using the Flashpoints off camera with the transmitter. Will these flashes work on camera as well? The Adorama website isn't explicit about this. I'm not looking for anything elaborate but would like to be able control two off-camera flashes, maybe three. no TTL is fine.
+John Guillaume Using the Flashpoint R1 triggers you can control up to 16 flashes (as long as the have the R1 receivers). If you're just shooting manual then you can use the Flashpoint Streaklight / Zoom as a single on camera flash with M4/3 cameras :)
Cool!!! Really like simplest gears taking great stuffs
Another great, informative video. Thanks Gavin!
Thank you Gavin. This was excellent. You answered three big questions for me in one shot!
Low key, Metering and Photoshop!
How can we have the same result with continuous light? I don't have a flash!
Hi Gavin, I have recently bought the Adorama creative kit you advertise on your videos ( FP360, remote transmitter and receiver, beauty dish, dome etc). However it is really difficult for me to set it up. I have seen you mention in your videos about changing the flash power using the remote. Can you 'Please' make a video of how to setup the remote transmitter, the camera flash settings for the off camera flash to work. Basically, I can't get it working and I must mention that there was no manual in the kit and I just have to play around and still is not working for me. It will be really helpful if you can make a video just about the creative kit that Adorama offers. Can you also explain about the difference between channels and groups and their role in flash point 360. What if I but Fp 180 streaklight, and the channels or group to be set on that. Thanks in advance Gavin
Great video Gavin! One question though, in the first set up you demonstrate, the result includes a pure black background. I tried the ''exact'' same set-up but the background was blackish but not pure black. If i try to darken the blacks in lightroom as you show at the end of the video, the results do not come close to your shot. So my question is, how did you achieve this pure black background?
Very informative video..Very very well done.
I need to get a way better soft box for this. I really love this low key lighting effect.
The instructional videos are simple and to the point. Thank you Gavin
As always, simple and easy to follow but with a great deal of information. Thanks Gavin
Very informative. I’m buying a flash and umbrella soon to begin trying out both flash photography and portraits. I have seen you use a light meter in a few videos, are they necessary? Is there perhaps a phone app that can be recommended as a low budget alternative?
Hi Gavin, small explanation please - can you explain how you trigger the studio light with the light meter ?
I can see there isn't a cable- and I know Sekonic works with pocket wizard!??
Please
+Nissan Bakish I cover that in this video ruclips.net/video/UG4P-Odutr8/видео.html (see question 3)
Gavin Hoey: superb !
Does anyone have any tips on how to create that studio black background effect in Photoshop? Like, I want to change any background to black and make the subject blend in a bit without looking like a copy and paste. I'm just a beginner and your advice would be great.
Loved this tutorial! Would a Magmod grid be okay as a replacement for the snoot in this kind of shoot?
Thanks Gavin
Awesome tutorial! And very easy to understand from Italy!