Create a Dramatic Mens Portrait using Umbrellas

In this video, I'll demonstrate how to create a dramatic portrait using three different types of umbrella modifiers. These versatile tools not only add depth and separation but also showcase the affordability and ease of use that umbrellas bring to professional photography setups.
First, what is an umbrella light modifier?
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An umbrella light modifier refers to an umbrella used in studio photography to modify and control the light from a light source, such as a flash or continuous light. It typically consists of a fabric stretched over a frame that can be positioned between the light source and the subject. Umbrella modifiers come in different types, such as reflective and shoot-through umbrellas:
1. *Reflective Umbrella:* This type reflects the light back towards the subject, providing a soft and diffused light.
2. *Shoot-Through Umbrella:* Here, the light source shines through the umbrella's translucent material, creating a softer, more dispersed light.
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1:58 Lighting setup (main light)
4:26 Hairlight
5:40 Background light
8:44 Getting the shot
💡Lighting (3)
(1) Main Light: A medium silver umbrella positioned to the left of the subject, closed down to control light spill and create a more concentrated, defined light on the subject's face. This umbrella is used without diffusion to maintain a specular, crisp quality suitable for a dramatic portrait.
(2) Hair Light: A medium-sized umbrella with diffusion, positioned behind and above the subject ("boomed out"), aimed to provide a "kiss" of light atop of the subject's hair. This umbrella provides a softer, more even light for separation and a classic hair light effect.
(3) Background Light: A small shoot-through umbrella positioned behind the subject, aimed at the background. This umbrella has a bit of diffusion and also bounces some light back towards the subject, enhancing the overall lighting setup and creating a gradient effect on the background.
🖌 Post Processing
✅ Converted images to black and white in Capture One
✅ Adjusted clarity and contrast to refine the monochrome look
📸 Camera Settings:
✅ 1/200
✅ F/8
✅ ISO 200
📸 Gear Used:
✅ Canon EOS R5: adorama.rfvk.n...
✅ Canon 24-105mm 2.8 RF: adorama.rfvk.n...
✅ Profoto D2: adorama.rfvk.n...
✅ Profoto D3: adorama.rfvk.n...
✅ Profoto Deep Silver Umbrella, Medium: adorama.rfvk.n...
✅ Profoto Deep White Umbrella, Medium: adorama.rfvk.n...
✅ Profoto Medium Umbrella Diffuser: adorama.rfvk.n...
✅ Profoto Small Shallow Umbrella: adorama.rfvk.n...
✅ Profoto Air Remote: adorama.rfvk.n...
✅ Avenger D600 boom arm: adorama.rfvk.n...
✅ Savage C-Stand: adorama.rfvk.n...
✅ Tether Tools TetherBoost Pro 31' USB-C to Micro-B Cable, Orange Right Angle: adorama.rfvk.n...
✅ Gravity Backdrops Canvas Textured Blue: lindsayadler.p...
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[@SDA0271]

A photographer finally throwing out some big love for the umbrellas! Thank you Lindsay!

[@LunaBelAir]

Good and important information about the benefits of umbrellas. Sometimes I feel like they don't get enough appreciation from the pro level photographers. Me personally I love them.

[@josephchan4198]

Thanks for giving back to the community. Hope to see another video next month. Thanks.

[@jamesg1974a]

Umbrellas are so cheap and yes, also very lightweight and easy to set up.

[@GiannisVeronis]

Thanks Lindsay, yes the hollywood look is prominent in the final image :D

[@josephchan4198]

I am glad you have these videos. Great if you want to do personal work or campaign. Awesome work!!

[@wullieg7269]

i tried that part closed of course it works good thanks for doing it i feel justified

[@flaviopresutti]

I've always use umbrellas, if you can control the light you can use wherever you got!

[@josephchan4198]

Love the creative process and tips!! Wish you great success this year and workshops. Thanks.

[@jerrym8140]

Stunning work as always.

[@fountainvalley100]

Beautiful work.

[@photography6829]

❤❤

[@josephchan4198]

Sweet!! Great work as always. Thanks for the class.

[@marcelmarcoshierro6438]

Great Master!!!!

[@lurichdesigner]

excelente...

[@NationMorin]

Love the new video editing style

[@isoawe1888]

Thanks Lindsey. I wasn’t paying attention , but you said something about tether tools cable. Have they improved their product? Initially , I liked, but now I find them struggling with Nikon Z8 & Z9’s along with Fuji GFX 100ii

[@lindsayadlerphoto]

Oh, hmmm. I can't really speak to that. I think it is the same, but they do have a new longer cable I've been using that has two boosters and I've found good luck with that one.

[@svoivdosku]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@mulspixel-photography]

Can this technique be used to create female portraits?

[@lindsayadlerphoto]

Sure, if you want that type of dramatic look for a female. I have other looks that feature umbrellas in my guide: lindsayadler.photo/umbrellas

[@Tom_YouTube_stole_my_handle]

@@lindsayadlerphoto Missing A in Lindsay there. 😜

[@lindsayadlerphoto]

@@Tom_RUclips_stole_my_handle Thanks. Corrected.

[@JanAymerichFoto]

f2.8?? I think f4

[@PaulMcElligott]

Nope. Canon also sells a 24-105 f/2.8 in addition to an f/4.

[@user-ii1ss9mb5j]

Your a Goat 🐐

[@onipedeokiki824]

❤❤