Nice quality video. I didn't need the information. I stayed because it was visually interesting. Colors, lighting. Well done. (Also funny, Squarespace haha)
This is the exact same combo I recommend to people regularly. Kudos for not trying to upsell people on more than they need. I encourage the few extra bucks for the black cover like you gave a nod to, and an umbrella diffuser, because then you have shoot-through, shoot-in, and softbox in one affordable package.
@TaylorWillard thks, i love this simple explanation! can u also share a link to see what that suggested next step set up might look like pls (and how might it give an all-in-1 "softbox") Novice here.
After scouring the internet for reviews and beginner flash photography information, this video was easy to follow and understand. I feel so relieved and less anxious about shooting this weekend with this extra bit of knowledge to enhance my photos. Thank you Taylor 🙏 Much love from South Africa.
What an awesome video! I can't believe someone as helpful and creative as you is only starting out. You're 100% gonna kill it on this platform, can't wait to learn more from you!
OMG thank you so much for this video. This helps me so much. I don't do headshots much, but will need it for work once a year and needed a cheap alternative to expensive equipment.
the quality of this video 👌🏼 the way you talk, the way it is edited, the way they recorded it is spectacular and it is a pleasure to watch! And very good information ✨: )
The most practical video that I have actually followed without getting lost. I recently bought a pair of the Godox TT600 and I shy to use them. After watching this, I am more than confident I'll take awesome pictures. Thank you. All the from South Africa
Taylor, Impressive video that has no doubt helped many passionate photographers on a budget. Your work needs to be shown more! Can't believe the value and clear concise information
This is a great beginner intro video! I was surprised to see all the equipment you suggested was 3xactly what I had already put together from other sources. The Godox X2T and TT685II are pretty amazing from their price tbh, as a beginner I really can get a good jump with practicing from this setup. That mount was also recommended from another channel specifically because it holds the lightso7rc3 in the center of the umbrella instead of toward the top, and that model is actually highly recommended on Amazon too, for a steal of a price. Good work, this is the perfect video to share with budding photographers!
What a great informative video! I have been on the hunt of such a video through which I can inform myself right about everything you mentioned about ocf photography. A huge thanks and love :)
I love the ads disclamer! Its like a cofe in the middle of the morning. And this is truly a througuth on-the-topic video too. Thansk a bunch - helped a lot
This video was very helpful. I have been researching how to get started in photography for weeks and this is the best help i have found so far. Keep up the good work bro.
best video for flash photography beginners. I've watched tons, and this break down was perfect, the walk-through, test shoots, just everything was very informative to help guide newbies. I feel more optimistic to get started. Great teacher
Great video - i love your style, I am recommending this video to anyone who wants to get started in flash photography. You break things down really well and you have a really positive way of doing it. The results are so great!
Great video. Really appreciate you showing the kit and how you use it. Also, really appreciate how you demonstrate distance between background and its effects. Thank you
Wow, that was very helpful and easy to follow. I watch a TON of photography videos. You stand out by a long shot. You have a natural way of teaching and leading. I hope and would encourage you to make more videos. I'd love to see more videos around flash; if this is the budget set up, what does the upgrade look like, and the upgrade after that? How do you shoot different types of portraits (moody, cheerful, stoic, timeless, etc...). How do you get your clients to loosen up in front of your lens (posing, getting them to laugh, get them to feel natural, etc...). I'd love to hear how to shoot other studio work like products or food. I'd love to hear your workflow in editing your photos. I'd also love to hear about breaking into the photography industry; ideas on how to start, how to charge, and how to work your way up to bigger clients. Again, you have a real talent in explaining and walking the viewer through. I wish you the best and am subscribing to your channel.
Expert class for the amateur photographer. Thanks for the equipment brand and cost. Can you produce more how to videos? I think you are a natural at this. 12:05
Love your videos Taylor! you really are very good at explaining and you are not trying to pad your ego! Completely educational and a bit of humor is awesome! Keep up the good work! Thumbs up and subscribed!!
i found your unique story telling and detailed and friendly explanation rather stunning. i hope you're on the journey of finding the audience your video quality resembles! i'd love to learn more from your pov of how you developed a variety of skills as a photographer, meaning both practical, as strategic problem solving, e.g. how you would set a roadmap for what you/one want/s to offer in your/their first portfolio and how to reach social standings & clients in the developing phase of networking.
I have seen a lot of videos about flash photography, but yours is right on point, well explained, full of practical tips and very informative…you got a new subscriber 👌
Really enjoyed the video - from the visuals to the presentation of the info. Also, I’ve been struggling on where to start with flash photography and this is very helpful!
Oh yes sir! Looking forward to your upcoming videos! This got randomly washed in my feed, as i was looking for flash setups before. Must admit this was the best information paired with humor and enternaining film making. Keep it up Taylor! Fan from Germany
Here is a positive comment for the algorithm. Thanks for making this video! I found it very helpful. The natural light intro was hilarious. Good work, Taylor 😃
I truly enjoyed watching this! I have been scared to try flash photography but i'm making the jump in. I recently bought a softbox and a godox ad200 to play with so thank you for explaining how to get started :)
Fantastic video Taylor. I was really surprised by how much you covered in only 12 minutes. I was wondering if you have a video talking about the backdrop. Price how to set it up and where to get it. That will be interesting. Thank you and keep it up Taylor!
Thanks Harold, appreciate it! I don't have one yet but thanks for the suggestion! In the meantime here is a link to the backdrop I used if you're interested amzn.to/3OjE9BS
Just stumbled across your first video on RUclips ... A great start with a very well done and humorous video ... keep it up! Looking forward to seeing how it continues.
Thanks for the video! As a newbie trying to learn flash photography, just curious why you didn't put the umbrella on the right side, to fill in the light, since you had natural light coming in from the left? Is this not a good idea?
Hey great question! The flash I was using was overpowering the window light and I wanted to show what a one light set up could give you in any environment. If I had another light and wanted a less contrast look I could have added a light to both sides (or a bounce board) to fill in the shadows a bit. No a bad idea at all!
Just got the v860iii and x2t and found your video looking at budget modifiers and setups. I've been a hobbyist for maybe 10 years or so but flash has always intimidated me. Ive realized that flash is just such a game changer though and adds so much dimension and sharpness. A video I'd like to see would be on getting side gigs as a photographer. I have a full time job, and don't think I'd like being a full time photographer, but would love if i could get myself a few portraits here amd there to put money back into the hobby. Subbed and liked - thanks!
Awesome! Congrats on the purchase and diving into the world of flash. It can definitely be intimidating at first but glad you chose to try it out and are loving the results. Thanks for the comment and suggestion on future content!
@@TaylorWillard i would really Much learn more from you on this Chanel and Instagram. Its very sad for me to see only few vids and from 9/10 months ago… keep it up brother!📸📸
How in the heavens do you only have 424 Subs? That’s wild. The video quality and the storytelling is really good…And The info is also really good I dont get it man. I’m subbing just to help your stuff get out there
awesome video Man! i already knew what you were talking about but it was very entertaining and informative I had to watch the entire video. keep it up! 👏👏👏
I bought two of products you recommended today at B&H. You should have more content being that the one was well done, informative, and you actually have a channel with a good amount of views.
Thank you for this! This was extremely helpful!! I need a more in depth tutorial on best ways to use this, perhaps with a softbox, for food photography. Also, the bracket for Sony is now $25.
Good tips for beginners, I just watched your video to remind myself about the basics. Highly recommend the rechargable flash battery if you can afford it! Also thank you for making a video where the speaker ain't trying to squeeze as many words as possible per second, extra plus! I see no reason to buy any other brand of flash, Godox makes excellent product for its price.
Stop I’m dying!!! 😂😂😂 I hit subscribe right when you said “this videos is brought to you by squarespa….” That was too funny 😂👏🏽 can’t wait to keep watching your content.
Great video. As a , I really appreciate this video. You articulated everything well enough for a beginner to understand. You gained a subscriber out of me. 🙏🏿🙏🏿
Great video!! Great mix of humor to keep it light and entertaining!!! You provided a lot of information in a simple and easily understandable way! I would love to see a video on event photography.
Thanks sir ! I like your explication. But i wouid like a video to explain how to know what type the flash godox i Can use with a camera canon and how to conect them together and how Can i put the shadow out on the model please 🙏🏾 ?
I can't think of another off camera flash video that I've watched that delivers the basics better than this.
Thanks Rick P! Appreciate it!
We need more budget friendly videos like this. Awesome.
Thanks Mo! Glad you enjoyed it!
Nice quality video. I didn't need the information. I stayed because it was visually interesting. Colors, lighting. Well done. (Also funny, Squarespace haha)
Thanks Aron, appreciate it!
Lol. Same here. Even subscribed
Same lol
I wish I had seen this video a decade ago. It would have saved me a lot of time. Good job.
Thanks, appreciate it!
This is the exact same combo I recommend to people regularly. Kudos for not trying to upsell people on more than they need. I encourage the few extra bucks for the black cover like you gave a nod to, and an umbrella diffuser, because then you have shoot-through, shoot-in, and softbox in one affordable package.
Ya it's a killer combo! Totally agree that the black cover and umbrella diffuser are a great next step. Thanks Seymoure!
@@TaylorWillard Can we get a recommended package for this setup if we're ready to move past the umbrella?
@TaylorWillard thks, i love this simple explanation! can u also share a link to see what that suggested next step set up might look like pls (and how might it give an all-in-1 "softbox") Novice here.
Finally someone with a nice voice, great and simpel explanation. This old geezer likes it
Glad you enjoyed it Stephaan! Thanks!
After scouring the internet for reviews and beginner flash photography information, this video was easy to follow and understand. I feel so relieved and less anxious about shooting this weekend with this extra bit of knowledge to enhance my photos. Thank you Taylor 🙏 Much love from South Africa.
Awesome, so glad it was helpful Sihle! Go have a great shoot this weekend!
You’re loosing light from your flash/umbrella setup because your umbrella is too fat out from your flash.
Wow if that's your 1st video can't wait for upcoming ones! Amazing work!
Thanks Techsmart, appreciate it! More to come!
I'm sold with your teaching and passion!
What an awesome video! I can't believe someone as helpful and creative as you is only starting out. You're 100% gonna kill it on this platform, can't wait to learn more from you!
Thanks so much David! Glad you enjoyed and that it was helpful!
@@TaylorWillardgreat video...question: are you using manual flash or ETTL ?than you.
What a great video…..it’s sooooo well produced……your clearly a very very good man
OMG thank you so much for this video. This helps me so much. I don't do headshots much, but will need it for work once a year and needed a cheap alternative to expensive equipment.
the quality of this video 👌🏼
the way you talk, the way it is edited, the way they recorded it is spectacular and it is a pleasure to watch! And very good information ✨: )
Thank you so much!!
The most practical video that I have actually followed without getting lost. I recently bought a pair of the Godox TT600 and I shy to use them. After watching this, I am more than confident I'll take awesome pictures. Thank you. All the from South Africa
So glad it was helpful!
Taylor, Impressive video that has no doubt helped many passionate photographers on a budget. Your work needs to be shown more! Can't believe the value and clear concise information
This is a great beginner intro video! I was surprised to see all the equipment you suggested was 3xactly what I had already put together from other sources. The Godox X2T and TT685II are pretty amazing from their price tbh, as a beginner I really can get a good jump with practicing from this setup. That mount was also recommended from another channel specifically because it holds the lightso7rc3 in the center of the umbrella instead of toward the top, and that model is actually highly recommended on Amazon too, for a steal of a price. Good work, this is the perfect video to share with budding photographers!
I’ve been shooting for 10+ years and this video is wholesome and refreshing… Great Job sir! You’re AWESOME!
Thanks so much, glad you enjoyed it!
Brilliant stuff, really helpful for me as someone who's never really played around with flash! love your friendly presentation style too
What a great informative video! I have been on the hunt of such a video through which I can inform myself right about everything you mentioned about ocf photography. A huge thanks and love :)
Awesome, glad it was helpful!
I love the ads disclamer! Its like a cofe in the middle of the morning. And this is truly a througuth on-the-topic video too. Thansk a bunch - helped a lot
Thanks, glad you enjoyed it and it was helpful!
This video was very helpful. I have been researching how to get started in photography for weeks and this is the best help i have found so far. Keep up the good work bro.
best video for flash photography beginners. I've watched tons, and this break down was perfect, the walk-through, test shoots, just everything was very informative to help guide newbies. I feel more optimistic to get started. Great teacher
Thanks, glad it was helpful!
Great video - i love your style, I am recommending this video to anyone who wants to get started in flash photography. You break things down really well and you have a really positive way of doing it. The results are so great!
Awesome, thanks Ali! Really appreciate it!
I really liked your video. It gave me an overall overview for the lighting at it's basic.
Appreciate it! Glad it was helpful!
Great video. Really appreciate you showing the kit and how you use it. Also, really appreciate how you demonstrate distance between background and its effects. Thank you
Wow, that was very helpful and easy to follow. I watch a TON of photography videos. You stand out by a long shot. You have a natural way of teaching and leading. I hope and would encourage you to make more videos. I'd love to see more videos around flash; if this is the budget set up, what does the upgrade look like, and the upgrade after that? How do you shoot different types of portraits (moody, cheerful, stoic, timeless, etc...). How do you get your clients to loosen up in front of your lens (posing, getting them to laugh, get them to feel natural, etc...). I'd love to hear how to shoot other studio work like products or food. I'd love to hear your workflow in editing your photos. I'd also love to hear about breaking into the photography industry; ideas on how to start, how to charge, and how to work your way up to bigger clients. Again, you have a real talent in explaining and walking the viewer through. I wish you the best and am subscribing to your channel.
Thanks so much, and glad you enjoyed! Thanks for the input on what future videos you'd like to see too!
Expert class for the amateur photographer. Thanks for the equipment brand and cost. Can you produce more how to videos?
I think you are a natural at this. 12:05
Thanks Roy! Appreciate it!
Love your videos Taylor! you really are very good at explaining and you are not trying to pad your ego! Completely educational and a bit of humor is awesome! Keep up the good work! Thumbs up and subscribed!!
i found your unique story telling and detailed and friendly explanation rather stunning. i hope you're on the journey of finding the audience your video quality resembles!
i'd love to learn more from your pov of how you developed a variety of skills as a photographer, meaning both practical, as strategic problem solving, e.g. how you would set a roadmap for what you/one want/s to offer in your/their first portfolio and how to reach social standings & clients in the developing phase of networking.
Thanks and glad you enjoyed! Thanks for the ideas for future videos too!
I have seen a lot of videos about flash photography, but yours is right on point, well explained, full of practical tips and very informative…you got a new subscriber 👌
Thanks Jiri! Glad it was helpful!
Really enjoyed the video - from the visuals to the presentation of the info. Also, I’ve been struggling on where to start with flash photography and this is very helpful!
Thanks and so glad it was helpful!
FANTASTIC VIDEO! I learned a lot from watching your video compared to dozens on the internet❤
Great to hear Tyson! Happy you got value out of it!
Great tip on zooming out the speed light when using a modifier. New information!
Oh yes sir! Looking forward to your upcoming videos! This got randomly washed in my feed, as i was looking for flash setups before. Must admit this was the best information paired with humor and enternaining film making. Keep it up Taylor! Fan from Germany
Thanks vapidoO! Appreciate it and glad it came across your feed!
Video quality is insane. Thank you for it
such an angelic teacher!!!!! you cannot talk to me about confidence after this. thanks man!
Thanks Randy, appreciate it!
Here is a positive comment for the algorithm. Thanks for making this video! I found it very helpful. The natural light intro was hilarious. Good work, Taylor 😃
Thanks Eric, glad it was helpful!
Definitely the best flash video I've seen. Thanks.
Thanks so much! Glad it was helpful
Best video for beginners! Great job dude
Very helpful, very fun to watch, I just discover your videos and It's been a blast, love to learn with you. Hi from New York.
I'm from New York also. My first video watching him. Happy RUclips recommended this video
Thanks so much and glad you enjoyed it!
First video impressions is EVERYTHING..... with saying that, i had to SUBSCRIBE
Thanks, appreciate it and happy to have you subbed!
Amazing! You’ve helped me to get the answers for ALL of my questions!
God bless you and your channel 🙏
Awesome, thanks Jackie! So glad it was helpful!
Thank you for making this video and keeping it simple for us newbies! Looking forward to more of your content.
Appreciate it, and glad you enjoyed it!
Very helpful, just the help i needed to get me started.
Awesome, so glad it helped!
Great video! And you make it funny and so easy to watch! Thank you for the great work on this! :)
The best sponsored segment ive ever seen. I personally use Godox too and they're great!
Glad you enjoyed!
u earned a subscriber , good video. creative and informative . keep it up .
Hey Kasun! Appreciate it, glad to have you as a sub!
I truly enjoyed watching this! I have been scared to try flash photography but i'm making the jump in. I recently bought a softbox and a godox ad200 to play with so thank you for explaining how to get started :)
Awesome, glad it helped! And proud of you for getting past that fear of trying it!
What an amazing video. You broke it down so brilliantly and was a breeze to understand!!! Cheers♥️🤝👏
So glad it was helpful!
Fantastic video Taylor. I was really surprised by how much you covered in only 12 minutes. I was wondering if you have a video talking about the backdrop. Price how to set it up and where to get it. That will be interesting. Thank you and keep it up Taylor!
Thanks Harold, appreciate it! I don't have one yet but thanks for the suggestion! In the meantime here is a link to the backdrop I used if you're interested amzn.to/3OjE9BS
@@TaylorWillard thank you Taylor!
Fantastic video! I was disappointed to see this was your first video, I need more!
Thanks Dylan! Glad you enjoyed, more to come!
Just stumbled across your first video on RUclips ... A great start with a very well done and humorous video ... keep it up! Looking forward to seeing how it continues.
Thanks ThePokiman! Appreciate it!
This is a AWESOME video . Most helpful for learning .
So glad it was helpful!
I’m so happy I stumbled across this video! This has been very helpful! Subscribed!
Subscribed, you need more subscribers, quality and simplicity ❤
Thanks, appreciate it and glad to have you an a sub!
the squarespace part was hilarious 😂😂 instand sub man here to stay nice video!!🙌🏽🔥
Thanks for the video! As a newbie trying to learn flash photography, just curious why you didn't put the umbrella on the right side, to fill in the light, since you had natural light coming in from the left? Is this not a good idea?
Hey great question! The flash I was using was overpowering the window light and I wanted to show what a one light set up could give you in any environment. If I had another light and wanted a less contrast look I could have added a light to both sides (or a bounce board) to fill in the shadows a bit. No a bad idea at all!
Just got the v860iii and x2t and found your video looking at budget modifiers and setups. I've been a hobbyist for maybe 10 years or so but flash has always intimidated me. Ive realized that flash is just such a game changer though and adds so much dimension and sharpness. A video I'd like to see would be on getting side gigs as a photographer. I have a full time job, and don't think I'd like being a full time photographer, but would love if i could get myself a few portraits here amd there to put money back into the hobby.
Subbed and liked - thanks!
Awesome! Congrats on the purchase and diving into the world of flash. It can definitely be intimidating at first but glad you chose to try it out and are loving the results. Thanks for the comment and suggestion on future content!
Great video, your channel is going to blow up if you keep up this type of quality
Thanks, appreciate it!
Omg! Thank you so Much Tylor! This video was very Much needed! 🙏🙏📸
Awesome Sander! So glad it was helpful!
@@TaylorWillard i would really Much learn more from you on this Chanel and Instagram. Its very sad for me to see only few vids and from 9/10 months ago… keep it up brother!📸📸
Thanks Sander! I've been away for a bit but just posted a new one. More to come this year for sure!
No not the Nati Light!!! 😂😂 freedom of speech is a wonderful thing. Great content and thanks for keeping the gear budget friendly
😂 thanks Justin, glad you enjoyed it!
The intro was amazingly funny!
Thank you for links under video on products!
This is a very helpful video, and funny. I would have never thought to use a can of Natural Light in the intro.
Awesome, so glad you enjoyed it! I mean they named it perfectly 😂
How in the heavens do you only have 424 Subs? That’s wild. The video quality and the storytelling is really good…And The info is also really good
I dont get it man. I’m subbing just to help your stuff get out there
Thanks AV2048! Appreciate it, this was my first RUclips upload but definitely more to come!
You got a new subscriber bro! Simple, straightforward and informative video. Looking forward for more! 👍👍👍
Awesome, thanks! More to come!
awesome video Man! i already knew what you were talking about but it was very entertaining and informative I had to watch the entire video. keep it up! 👏👏👏
Hey thanks Omar! Appreciate it man!
Great video man! Good luck on your RUclips journey you’re gonna do well dude.
Thanks Barry! Appreciate the kind words man!
I bought two of products you recommended today at B&H. You should have more content being that the one was well done, informative, and you actually have a channel with a good amount of views.
Thanks Jason! Glad to hear it was valuable for you. More content to come!
Thank you! Your video helps me a lot very much!
Bro this was exactly the info i was looking for!
Thankyou so much bdh ❤
This video is lot of usefull for my photography journey
Thank you so much bro, I came here because you popped up on my recommended and decided to click and you just changed my life😅
Awesome Jonathan, glad it was helpful!
Thank you for this! This was extremely helpful!! I need a more in depth tutorial on best ways to use this, perhaps with a softbox, for food photography. Also, the bracket for Sony is now $25.
Got this video suggested to me on RUclips!!! Enjoy your style of video and I will keep witching!!!
Thanks Chazzy! Appreciate it!
Really good one, new to the channel so there might already be one but how about a video about mixing daylight and flash light?
Good tips for beginners, I just watched your video to remind myself about the basics. Highly recommend the rechargable flash battery if you can afford it! Also thank you for making a video where the speaker ain't trying to squeeze as many words as possible per second, extra plus! I see no reason to buy any other brand of flash, Godox makes excellent product for its price.
Hey Kenth, thanks for the comment! I do love the rechargeable battery on mine!
This video is what I needed. Thank You!
how are you less than 1k subs bro? amazing content!!
Thanks Gorka! Appreciate it man!
Thank you! Incredibly helpful!
Stop I’m dying!!! 😂😂😂
I hit subscribe right when you said “this videos is brought to you by squarespa….”
That was too funny 😂👏🏽 can’t wait to keep watching your content.
Glad you enjoyed it Ale! 😂 Excited for more to come!
Great video. As a , I really appreciate this video. You articulated everything well enough for a beginner to understand. You gained a subscriber out of me. 🙏🏿🙏🏿
Thanks Andrew! Glad it was helpful and glad to have you as a sub!
Literally the best video I’ve found
Wow, thanks so much! Glad it was helpful!!
Great video!! Great mix of humor to keep it light and entertaining!!! You provided a lot of information in a simple and easily understandable way!
I would love to see a video on event photography.
Thanks Richard! Appreciate the comment!
the sponsor/square space part🤣🤣 great humor. nice video :)
Thanks Michael, glad you liked it!
Thanks sir ! I like your explication.
But i wouid like a video to explain how to know what type the flash godox i Can use with a camera canon and how to conect them together and how Can i put the shadow out on the model please 🙏🏾 ?
Awesome tutorial 🫡👏
New to photography here! Thank u for the video! Subscribed! Im using nikon Z6iii ❤
This is a huge help for photographers. Thank you for sharing.
Absolutely! Glad it was helpful
Great video! Simplest explanation of beginner off-camera flash I've seen. Also seconding your gear recs, great choices for a "starter" kit.
Thanks David!
What a great video! Anyone who gags on natural light is a friend of mine.
Great. I picked up something new. Adjusting the flash zoom to fit the umbrella. I usually don’t touch it. Thanks 👏🏽
Awesome Victor, glad it was helpful!
Excellent tutorial! Subscribed!
Awesome, glad you enjoyed it!
Simple, practical with value.👌
Glad it was valuable for you!
Great video bro. It was exactly what i was looking for. I love budget friendly videos!
Awesome, glad you got value from it!
Love this!! Can’t wait for the next video! 😄
🫂🫂
More to come for sure!
Great video man!
This was exactly what I needed
Love the video man! Both the information given and the visual production value are great.
Keen to see more
Awesome Hammad! So glad you enjoyed it!
I just started photography and this was super helpful, you kept the video informative and funny. You should do a video on backdrops/backdrop stands!
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for the suggestion!