Flash photography for beginners part 1

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  • Опубликовано: 24 ноя 2024
  • This week I’ll show you the basics of flash photography for beginners part 1.
    🔴 Off camera flash photography indoors and outdoors: • Off camera flash photo...
    Its straight forward and once you understand this, you’ll be able to control your flash to take better photos all the time in lots of different situations.
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  • @mikesphotography
    @mikesphotography  3 года назад +13

    🔴 Here's my latest video ... off camera flash photography indoors and outdoors: ruclips.net/video/KpZ46a1fu3g/видео.html

  • @kramsniggah4333
    @kramsniggah4333 4 года назад +214

    YES! Somebody actually explained how to set up the camera and flash instead of just going straight into the creative side. The massive bonus is no background music and no shouting American!

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  4 года назад +11

      Thanks so much Kram. Glad you liked it! 😁👍

    • @Wiscoboy.in.Gods-country
      @Wiscoboy.in.Gods-country 4 года назад +12

      No shouting American lol. Yah, we tend to be pretty annoying in our self absorbed look at me attitudes.

    • @mvabiv
      @mvabiv 3 года назад +1

      That's insane. I've watched this video 3 times to really grasp the settings and never once did I realize there was no background music. Haha.

    • @Aloysious0013
      @Aloysious0013 3 года назад

      You are not very bright viking

    • @AaronBrownStudios
      @AaronBrownStudios 3 года назад +3

      @@mvabiv there is background music. Just very faint

  • @anna-dc4kz
    @anna-dc4kz 4 года назад +67

    I’m not even done watching but omg I’ve learned so much!

  • @Nikolazjames
    @Nikolazjames 4 года назад +95

    Wow! The most well thought out, perfectly written, perfectly spoken, perfectly exampled, perfectly focused, zero bs, totally helpful video i have seen in a long time! Thankyou & Subcribed

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  4 года назад +5

      Thanks very much Nick, I appreciate your kind words. I have a lot more tutorials on my channel and hopefully I'll be getting part 3 to this video done soon!
      Welcome to the community! 😁👍

    • @gingrai00
      @gingrai00 2 года назад

      Agreed Nick! Very well done.

  • @ichbrauchmehrkaffee5785
    @ichbrauchmehrkaffee5785 4 года назад +187

    This tutorial falls under the category
    "What noone teaches, but everyone needs"

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  4 года назад +2

      Thanks so much! 😁👍

    • @taylorqobrien
      @taylorqobrien 3 года назад +4

      I agree 100%. I've been tearing my hair out trying to figure this out. In about 15 minutes I've finally understood! Thank you!

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  3 года назад +2

      Great to hear Taylor! 😁👍

    • @DA-yd2ny
      @DA-yd2ny 3 года назад +1

      @@mikesphotography Than you Mike! I find your tutorials amazing!

  • @deantiger1390
    @deantiger1390 4 года назад +45

    Thank you so much for your tutorial. I have struggled to find someone who can articulate this topic in a digestible manner.
    Your clear & concise verbal description along with examples was brilliant.
    I'm now looking forward to experimenting with some confidence.
    Very much appreciate your good work - Cheers

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  4 года назад +2

      Thanks so much Dean, I'm glad I could help. Flash photography is a bit daunting at first but once you get your head around it, it starts to make more sense! 😁👍

  • @ethynhunt
    @ethynhunt 3 года назад +2

    This is 100 times better than other things I was watching to understand, where were you all these days !!!!!

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  3 года назад +1

      Thanks very much!!
      That damn algorithm gets in the way sometimes!! 😫🤦🏻‍♂️
      Thanks for watching 😁👍

  • @ozgemmo3445
    @ozgemmo3445 4 года назад +36

    Absolutely brilliant - and NO ANNOYING MUSIC!!! Diction - perfect; video focus throughout - perfect. Content - totally excellent!
    No doubt I will have many questions regarding macro flash photography when I get further into this new adventure of mine! Cheers from Ian, DownUnder.

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  4 года назад +1

      Great to hear Ian, I'm glad you got something out of this tutorial. Haha!! I'm guessing that annoying music in the background that is too loud is a pet peeve. 😁👍

  • @sissonor
    @sissonor 4 года назад +15

    Great video :)
    That is a text book style guide.
    No useless blablabla, yet very entertaining. You have something about that makes a teacher one can trust completely and dont appeal as a teacher.
    Keep on :)

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  4 года назад

      Thanks so much for your kind words. I have a lot of fun making these and there's a lot more to come. 😁👍

  • @mvabiv
    @mvabiv 3 года назад +7

    Just wanted to bump this video because it's perfect for anybody wanting to learn flash photography fundamentals. The cheat sheet at the 12:45 mark is great for screenshotting on your phone and saving it to a note so that you always have it with you.

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  3 года назад +1

      Thanks so much Moe! Flash photography can be quite daunting but it doesn't have to be. Once you understand it like I've explained, it's a great foundation to build your confidence and skills up from.
      Thanks for watching. 😁👍

  • @SamuelFairbank
    @SamuelFairbank 4 года назад +11

    This tutorial was 110% best thing since sliced bread, love your work!

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  4 года назад

      Awesome to hear Samuel.
      Thanks for watching...plenty more to come as well. 😁👍

  • @BrandonBousquet
    @BrandonBousquet 5 лет назад +40

    I absolutely needed this. THANK YOU!

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  5 лет назад +1

      That’s awesome Brandon, I’m glad I could help!! Lots more flash photography tutorials coming this autumn so stay tuned!! 😁👍

  • @sammytiare9982
    @sammytiare9982 3 года назад +1

    The clarity of this guys voice is seriously amazing. Great teacher !

  • @vimnadid
    @vimnadid 4 года назад +7

    Finally, The quest is over...
    A very BIG thanks to you, MIKE.
    You got a new subscriber... !¡!

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  4 года назад

      Great to hear it has helped Virendra! Hopefully I'll have part three coming really soon! ... and here's a link to part 2 just in case you haven't seen it already: ruclips.net/video/Jc3Pu-qgHWs/видео.html&t
      Thanks for watching, commenting and subscribing, much appreciated! 😁👍

  • @thebest10002
    @thebest10002 3 года назад +2

    Incredible in-depth explanation, so far the only video I found that was not only easy to follow but explained in a technical level.

  • @JohnMichnowicz
    @JohnMichnowicz 5 лет назад +4

    Gee, I thought I know a bit about using flash. After viewing your tutorial I now know what I didn't know!! Thanks for making the basics understandable.

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  5 лет назад

      No worries John, I’m glad I could help.
      It took me a while to get my head around it...a photographer I learned a lot off taught me this and once I understood it, it made a lot more sense. Since then my flash photography improved a lot.
      Thanks for watching and commenting! 😁👍

  • @greygoose3936
    @greygoose3936 2 года назад +1

    Wow I never expected flash photography to be so complicated. I'll definitely be returning to this video when I get my first flash

  • @jaylt5136
    @jaylt5136 4 года назад +4

    FINALLY a good & clear explanation awesome vid! I've been swimming around many tutorials, this is the one

  • @rafaelmjabor1397
    @rafaelmjabor1397 2 года назад +1

    Best photography flash class I've ever had. Congratulations!

  • @adamowens4498
    @adamowens4498 3 года назад +3

    This has been the MOST useful video I’ve watched.

  • @happytang1802
    @happytang1802 Год назад +1

    I’m using a strobe but I’m learning from this video. This is the second time I’ve watched this but I feel I’m learning a lot more since I’m putting things in practice. Thank you for the detailed tutorial

  • @LiquidTurbo
    @LiquidTurbo 4 года назад +4

    I've been looking around for flash tutorials and this is absolutely the easier one that taught me the post. Another great video.

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  4 года назад

      Great to hear Brian! I'm glad I could help. 😁👍

  • @starlinghilton9862
    @starlinghilton9862 2 года назад +1

    Now this is what I call a tutorial.
    Thank you so much,I understood this perfectly

  • @TheFitnessMarshall
    @TheFitnessMarshall 3 года назад +19

    This was SO HELPFUL!

  • @fjphoto23
    @fjphoto23 2 года назад +1

    Best simple, basic tutorial on flash photography.

  • @jonkirkwood469
    @jonkirkwood469 3 года назад +5

    As a engineer, I appreciate the sophistication of your motion test. Occam's Razor.

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  3 года назад

      Haha! Thanks very much Jon, I try to keep things as simple as possible...whenever possible...
      Thanks for watching 😁👍

  • @warricksmith5178
    @warricksmith5178 2 года назад +1

    Clearest exposition on these topics that I have ever seen. Thank you so much!

  • @JeahnLaffitteAdventures
    @JeahnLaffitteAdventures 5 лет назад +9

    :o Mind blown! I was super reluctant to get a flash because I figured it was just a cheaper alternative to a constant video light. But now knowing that the shutter doesn’t change the flash exposure, allowing for separate control of ambient and flash light, I know it’s more powerful for photography. Amazing! Thanks mike.

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  5 лет назад +3

      It does make such a difference once you get your head around it! I'm glad I could help and get you thinking differently about flashes and strobes. They really do come in handy when it comes to photography!
      Thanks for watching!

  • @stephenfarrell4813
    @stephenfarrell4813 3 года назад +1

    This video completely demystified the technicalities of flash photography. Thank you.

  • @garybennett7845
    @garybennett7845 5 лет назад +11

    If it isn’t already planned, I’d like to suggest you do a video on using flash for macro photography. I’m trying to do some handheld macro with a flash. I’ve had some success, but would appreciate your view on this. I do mostly flowers and bugs outside, but would also like to try stuff stuff in my “studio” ( which is a table in my basement).
    BTW, I appreciate the videos you do, you have a knack for explaining things in a way that’s easy for me to understand. Keep up the good work.

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  5 лет назад +6

      Thanks so much Gary, I’ll definitely add that to the list!
      Handheld macro is quite the challenge...
      Sounds like a good sturdy studio!! 😆👍 my studio is our spare room!! 😆
      And thanks for your kind words, they really motivate me to make more videos and tutorials! 😁👍

    • @DalsPhotography
      @DalsPhotography 4 года назад

      @@mikesphotography I add a + on to macro flash !!! Ring flashes have now become cheaper, and we need to learn more about it. I do macro on a regular basis, but the flash is still a big ??? (question mark) ;)

  • @Abxaxbc
    @Abxaxbc 4 года назад +2

    Mike, you're a wonderful teacher

  • @camilevita2251
    @camilevita2251 4 года назад +4

    I really needed a video like this!!! Thank you so much for taking the time to explain and educate. All of your videos are super simple to understand. Great teacher. Greetings from Argentina

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  4 года назад +2

      Thanks so much Cami! I'm so glad I was able to help. Flash photography can seem like a huge daunting thing to learn, but when broken down into the basics...it becomes a little easier to understand.
      Thanks for watching. 😁👍

  • @d.l.mcluvin8067
    @d.l.mcluvin8067 3 года назад +1

    When I saw the length of the video I figured it would be too much but it turns out this was the most straight ~ forward easily understood video I've watched. Thank you so much for your time sir.

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  3 года назад

      That's great to hear, I'm glad I could get all the info you needed in this one.
      Thanks for watching McLuvin 😁👍

  • @drumvannelle69
    @drumvannelle69 5 лет назад +3

    Great video and nice T shirt, never knew your r Pink Floyd fan 👍👍👍👍

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  5 лет назад +1

      Thanks Sherif! It’s all about the old classics, as well as the new rock!! 😁👍

  • @barborasobrova9515
    @barborasobrova9515 2 года назад

    oh gosh finally! All in one tutorial, quick, to the point, clear as....I couldn't be more grateful! thank you! In just 15 min explained what I was looking for for hours on youtube....

  • @sleeth
    @sleeth 3 года назад +4

    This was exactly the info I needed to hear, thanks! Now to find a patient model to let me practice on... 🤔

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  3 года назад

      Great to hear Daniel! Haha! Yes that is the hard part...😆
      Thanks for watching 😁👍

  • @corporalhenshaw
    @corporalhenshaw 3 года назад +1

    Thanks Mike. I have learned a lot from your videos. They are clear and precise with no annoying extras. Others could learn from your approach.

  • @stamatiasstamis5165
    @stamatiasstamis5165 5 лет назад +3

    Amazing video! I finally understand how the flash works! (I am a total beginner). Would be great if you could make a video about using multiple flash units together.

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  5 лет назад +1

      That’s awesome, I’m glad my tutorial has helped!!
      I’m filming part 2 at the moment, so with any luck it’ll be ready before Christmas...and there will probably be a part 3 as well!!
      Thanks for watching 😁👍

  • @findermanimages
    @findermanimages 3 года назад +1

    It's taken me two years to get to this video as it's only now I have a flash and am keen to learn how to use it! Great video. The subject has been very well explained, thank you.

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  3 года назад

      Thanks very much Darren! Glad to hear you've finally found my tutorial. The RUclips algorithm works in mysterious ways sometimes! 😆🤦🏻‍♂️
      Thanks for watching 😁👍

  • @ottz73
    @ottz73 4 года назад +3

    What a great explanation....without all the crap like “Yeh, yeh yeh, hey what’s up, jimmy d in the house BOOM!” If I hear BOOM one more time on a RUclips video

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  4 года назад +2

      Haha!! I might have to make a parody one day...😆😆😆
      Thanks so much Steve! One of the reasons I started this channel was because I was getting so annoyed at waiting 5-10 minutes for the presenter to get to the point...😫
      Thanks for watching. 😁👍

  • @seephani1
    @seephani1 3 года назад +1

    A simple explanation that made my flash photography a charm. Thank you

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  3 года назад

      Great to hear it has helped!
      Thanks for watching. 😁👍

  • @jimbartel1692
    @jimbartel1692 5 лет назад +3

    Thanks Mike! You've inspired me to make learning flash photography my winter project.

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  5 лет назад

      That’s awesome Jim! I’ve got lots more flash photography tutorials coming so hopefully they’ll help your winter quest!!
      Thanks for watching!! 👍

    • @judilecompte9377
      @judilecompte9377 5 лет назад +1

      Jim Bartel, me too!

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  5 лет назад

      That’s excellent Judi!! 😁👍

  • @JFebrillet
    @JFebrillet 3 года назад +1

    this tutorial series has made me finally understand how to use flash. I have owned an off-camera flash for almost two years without really using it. thank you. watching this series will continue to help me down the road. thank you so much.

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  3 года назад

      Thanks so much Judith, great to hear my tutorials are helping. 😁
      I have more videos coming in the series soon so keep an eye out for those. 😁👍

  • @lisahourin2113
    @lisahourin2113 3 года назад +2

    This is one of the most comprehensive, yet basically explained (if that makes sense) tutorials I've seen about flash use...and I've been a photographer for 20 years. Well done--thank you so much!

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  3 года назад

      Thanks so much Lisa!
      That does make sense!! 😆
      Thanks for watching 😁👍

  • @MamaRockstar
    @MamaRockstar 2 года назад

    Thank you. I searched and searched and searched, i found this, now I am an expert. MIND BLOWN.... Good job

  • @rudydelange5569
    @rudydelange5569 2 года назад +1

    As usual, simple, clear, complete and extremely well done. Thank you very much Mike.

  • @MSR93
    @MSR93 4 года назад +1

    i just bought Yongnuo YN560IV yesterday and your video by far is the most comprehensive tutorial i've found. i never would've thought that you could control both the flash light & ambience light just by using the shutter speed. thank you for sharing your knowledge.

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  4 года назад +1

      No worries, once you get your head around this, it does all start to make much more sense. I use this technique for all of my corporate shoots and I know I can set it up and get the light exactly where I want it every time. 😁👍

  • @brabs2754
    @brabs2754 3 года назад +1

    I have a flash that sat in the cupboard for three years as I could never make sense of it. Session 1 ... was a clear ah ha moment for me, session 2 and 3 were really good. For the first time, and with pauses to harass my wife and the dog with practice (poor dog hates the recharge whine) , I feel confident enough to use the thing. Simple explanation of M rather than TTL & how flash power, camera speed and aperture affect the result were easily followed. Thanks Mike.

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  3 года назад

      That's great to hear that I could help! It is one of those genres of photography that is easy once you know the basics...but the basics are seldom taught.
      Thanks for watching 😁👍

  • @ianloe4423
    @ianloe4423 5 лет назад +1

    Somehow anytime I'm.confused about a subject, a boxhead mike video appears right then. Not sure if its magic, luck, or just really knowing your audience and their needs, but I'm not complaining! Thanks for another great great tutorial mike! I know I'll come back to this one for sure

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  5 лет назад +1

      Haha!! It must be the google magical thought reader algorithm!! 😆 It pops things up before you even think of them!!
      I hope this one helps Ian...it was such a big subject that even just the basics took a while to get through. Had fun making though and I deepened my understanding of the subject so its a win win!!
      As always, thanks for watching and commenting dude, much appreciated! 😁👍

    • @ianloe4423
      @ianloe4423 5 лет назад +1

      @@mikesphotography my pleasure. Defintlitely helped so far#

  • @artieghosh529
    @artieghosh529 5 лет назад +1

    Flash stuff is so foreign to me as a beginner - thank you so much. All I needed was a simple and thorough explanation like this!

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  5 лет назад

      That's awesome, I'm glad I could help Artie. 😁👍

  • @ringeradi
    @ringeradi 4 года назад +2

    The best tutorial on Flashes I've seen. The examples and illustrations you use made all the difference. Thank you!

  • @nathandavid5925
    @nathandavid5925 3 года назад +1

    just bought a Godox flash
    and as a beginner i absolutely love your explanation
    still trying to understand the basics
    thank u sir

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  3 года назад

      Great to hear my tutorials are helping!
      Thanks for watching 😁👍

  • @devanshkumaria365
    @devanshkumaria365 3 года назад +1

    The clearest explanation of how to use a flash ! thanks!!

  • @masaoseki7687
    @masaoseki7687 4 года назад +1

    This is the first time tutorial on flash made sense to me. I always carry my flash, but never use it. Now I’m more comfortable using flash.

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  4 года назад

      Great to hear it has helped Masao! Now it's about putting in to practice what you have learned. 😁👍

  • @charlotteburnphotography475
    @charlotteburnphotography475 3 года назад +1

    Thank you for always explaining everything so clearly and simply Mike!

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  3 года назад

      No worries Charlotte, thanks for watching 😁👍

  • @zenaxproductions7927
    @zenaxproductions7927 3 года назад +1

    This is one of the best Tutorials for photography! Period.

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  3 года назад +1

      Thanks so much!! 😁👍

    • @zenaxproductions7927
      @zenaxproductions7927 3 года назад +1

      @@mikesphotography Thank you for bringing all that knowledge to people trying to get into (flash) photography! I know how much time must have gone into this and I appreciate it.

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  3 года назад

      And thanks so much for your kind words. It took a lot to make this but I've wanted to do it for a while as there aren't many other out there that have broken it down like this.
      It makes so much sense when broken down like this and makes flash photography so straight forward and easy to understand. 😁👍

  • @ChaseTheJoy
    @ChaseTheJoy 3 года назад +1

    Thank You! I've always been mystified by my Yongnuo Flash and using any off-camera flash. Your video explanation was great!! Today I used it in-depth for first time after owning it for over 2 years. Images turned out great. Thank you!!

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  3 года назад

      That's fantastic to hear!! Flash photography seems really daunting at first, but it really doesn't have to be. Once you get these basics down, you'll start to get some great images ... and it sounds like you're getting them already! 😁👍

  • @kayray4881
    @kayray4881 4 года назад +1

    I was always apprehensive about flash photography but this tutorial has given me the confidence to give it a go.

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  4 года назад

      Great to hear Kay!! People sometimes make it sound far more daunting than it needs to be... go for it!! 😁👍

  • @MrG338
    @MrG338 2 года назад +1

    Great video! Excellent explanation of this topic. My favorite was the "cheat sheet" towards the end....it served to summarize all the key points and gave me the comfort in knowing that I had a good starting point which I could them customize as needed. Well done sir!!

  • @gingrai00
    @gingrai00 2 года назад +1

    Excellent Mike! Very well done. You have a clear mind and the ability to communicate your solid understanding so that people new to the topic can pick it up.

  • @minagirgis2222
    @minagirgis2222 3 года назад +1

    As always, You are very concise and to the point. watching 2 minutes of your tutorials is worth an hour of other videos. I am binging your videos already

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  3 года назад

      Thanks so much!! 👍
      Lots more to come as well!! 😁

    • @gilbertcarrillophotography2377
      @gilbertcarrillophotography2377 3 года назад +1

      You're absolutely right. Best on the subject video I have watched. Thank you very very much. Will watch next part in the series.

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  3 года назад

      Thanks very much Gilbert! 😁👍

  • @larbueno
    @larbueno 3 года назад +1

    Many videos later, I've found that one which is, "Finally I've found the video which I fully understand re: simple flash basics." Truly essential video. God Bless and Happy 2021!

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  3 года назад

      Great to hear it has helped Larry! Thanks so much for watching and I hope you have a great 2021 as well! 😁👍

  • @prizzle_photodesign2344
    @prizzle_photodesign2344 2 года назад +1

    actually this video has helped me to understand the basics of using speedlight as it was my first time, but I was able to take the best shot within an hour.

  • @johnkingston7586
    @johnkingston7586 2 года назад +1

    Brilliant simple but complete explanation to get you started. I have been using flash for years but on automatic TTL. It’s great to learn how much it can be tweaked on manual to optimise my photos. Thank you.

  • @joefrat
    @joefrat 2 года назад +1

    You are a wizard. Perfect explanation. Thanks for making it simple.

  • @ThruVisualMedia
    @ThruVisualMedia 3 года назад +1

    Mike Thank you!!!! This has been the best explanation to Flash photography I have ever seen. I finally understand it.

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  3 года назад

      That's great to hear I've been able to help!
      Thanks for watching 😁👍

  • @arlolockheart
    @arlolockheart 3 года назад +1

    This guy is the hero we need but don't deserve. A really epic video! Thank you so much.

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  3 года назад

      Haha!! I'm just helping one photographer at a time 🦸‍♂️ ...😆😆😆
      Thanks very much for your kind words, and thanks for watching 😁👍

  • @danielmcdermott5161
    @danielmcdermott5161 2 года назад +1

    Amazing overview of flash photography. Best on RUclips. Can't wait for Part 2.

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  2 года назад +1

      Thanks Daniel!
      I am actually taking my channel in a different direction this year, focussing on landscape photography, so all of my flash photography tutorials have been unlisted (annoying algorithm issues that I won't get in to). But here are the links for part 2 and part 3 as well as my off camera flash video:
      Part 2 ruclips.net/video/Jc3Pu-qgHWs/видео.html
      Part 3 ruclips.net/video/sltl975vNjA/видео.html
      Off camera flash photography: ruclips.net/video/KpZ46a1fu3g/видео.html
      I hope that helps and thanks for watching 😁👍

  • @shampamund3734
    @shampamund3734 4 года назад +1

    So crisp and to the point.Really needed this tutorial.Thank you very much.

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  4 года назад

      That's great to hear that it has helped! Thanks for watching! 😁👍

  • @The-creator1M
    @The-creator1M 3 года назад +1

    You are definitely one of the best explainers for this! been searching all over about speed lights and glad I found this finally! Thank you 👍🏻 huge huge help

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  3 года назад

      Thanks so much Sydney! It's all about the basics, once you have a solid grounding in flash photography, it all becomes a little easier to get your head around...when I was learning it took me a while until one of the guys I was learning from broke it down similar to this...even on film it follows the same rules. 😁👍

  • @laureenignarro8030
    @laureenignarro8030 4 года назад +1

    The BEST explanation of flash photography !!!!!!👍

  • @KylePaul-sk1lb
    @KylePaul-sk1lb 8 месяцев назад +1

    Really in-depth and I like the examples you shared. Thank you!

  • @leidernein609
    @leidernein609 3 года назад +1

    This is the best flash tutorial I've ever seen. Thank you!

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  3 года назад

      That's great to hear Leider! I also have part 2 and 3 available (links in the description).
      Thanks for watching 😁👍

  • @pandascoops
    @pandascoops 2 года назад +1

    Definitely learned a lot in only 15 minutes. Lots of practical tips and good comparisons among different setting. You really explained the general rules of flash photography. I’m gonna check out the next one!

  • @robertsoucy9725
    @robertsoucy9725 2 года назад +1

    BRILLIANT! Cheers Mike for such great info!!

  • @dsotm58
    @dsotm58 5 лет назад +1

    Thanks Mike never really understood how to use a flash i will watch this video many times over if only for the attire, i knew you would come to your senses i bet you feel a lot better now Thanks

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  5 лет назад

      Haha!! It was only a matter of time!! 😆
      Flash photography is such a difficult subject to understand...once you get the basics it does start to come together though.
      As always thanks for watching and commenting dude! 👍

  • @Patrickkk120
    @Patrickkk120 5 лет назад +1

    This video is the ultimate beginners guide for me, so clear and detail. Thanks so much

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  5 лет назад

      That’s awesome to hear! I’m glad I could help!
      Lots more to come so make sure to keep checking back! 😁👍

  • @BananaMonstar
    @BananaMonstar 2 года назад +1

    Something ticked in my brain and I think i finally understand something. Thanks, gonna try it out this weekend!

  • @jotresidder520
    @jotresidder520 4 года назад +1

    Thank you!!!! That is all I needed.....simple, concise instruction, clearly spoken :) Just starting with a little home studio and managed to get a 550 ex flash and had no idea what to do with it. Now...practice, practice, practice. Subscribed.

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  4 года назад

      Exactly! It's all about getting to grips with the basics and then practicing...a lot!
      Great to hear my tutorial has helped. 😁👍

  • @natelandwaterbridge
    @natelandwaterbridge 3 года назад +1

    I own a flashlight since more than a year but I never really liked to use it. Never really understood the basics, even after watching some tutorials. But after watching your video, my motivation in practising how to use a flash definitely came back.
    Thank you very much for this awesome content, you‘re doing a great job.
    Subscribed! Looking forward to watch more of your videos.

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  3 года назад

      Great to hear Nate! Flash photography is one of those things that seems intimidating to start with, but once you understand the principles, it become a lot more straight forward.
      Thanks for liking, commenting and subscribing, much appreciated! 😁👍

  • @Gregorio416
    @Gregorio416 4 года назад +2

    I’ve been looking for a long time for a proper explanation. This video has been sooooo helpful

  • @Crispyyy7
    @Crispyyy7 5 лет назад +1

    Best summary of flash photography I’ve come across. Succinct and informative. Can’t wait for part 2

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  5 лет назад

      Thanks so much Kevin! Hopefully I can get it released soon. :-)

  • @selenazaiter3840
    @selenazaiter3840 3 года назад +1

    This is the most helpful tutorial I have ever watched ! Big thanks!

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  3 года назад +1

      That's great to hear! Thanks for watching Selena! 😁👍

  • @hawkboy000
    @hawkboy000 3 года назад +1

    Wow just wow! Exactly what I needed. Clear and precise instructions on how to use flash. It’s like learning what ISO, shutter speed, and Aperture is. You clearly described how each one affects the lighting for the flash. Thank you so much!

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  3 года назад

      Great to hear it has helped! Flash seems really daunting but once you know these principles, it's a great foundation to build on.
      Thanks for watching 😁👍

  • @davidsilbermann8903
    @davidsilbermann8903 3 года назад +2

    ".. the lower the power the longer the batteries will last .." ;) Focused right down to the very basics ;) Subscribed.

  • @MrsCafetal
    @MrsCafetal 4 года назад +1

    Mike, thanks. Another clear video. And great choice, flash photography is a bit of a mystery for many. Thanks again.

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  4 года назад +1

      Thanks so much!! This was definitely a fun one to do. 👍

  • @mohamedchand3445
    @mohamedchand3445 3 года назад +1

    The content this man teaches is amazing! Such a blessing !

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  3 года назад

      Thanks so much for your kind words Mohamed! 😁👍

  • @discivillized
    @discivillized 2 года назад +1

    This is sofa king awesome!
    Really appreciate this vid!
    Thanks man!!✌🏻👊🏻😃

  • @prasadkadam8027
    @prasadkadam8027 4 года назад +1

    Explained in simple way yet in detailed, great

  • @eastpackman
    @eastpackman 3 года назад +1

    Thank you for this great tutorial! Very well spoken and overall just very professional!

  • @Mr.CuriousGuy
    @Mr.CuriousGuy 4 года назад +1

    a BIG THANK YOU mike,sincerely i new nothing about Flash photography!!!This has been a huge start for me...!!!

  • @ShaChillese
    @ShaChillese 2 года назад +1

    This was literally the most perfect video ever made 📸

  • @arman89lfc
    @arman89lfc 4 года назад +1

    What a well made tutorial, sir! Clear, precise and nicely organized! Much thanks!

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  4 года назад

      Thanks so much, I'm glad it was helpful. 😁👍

  • @cmcasquinha
    @cmcasquinha 3 года назад +1

    Thanks Mike. I really liked your video. I am from Portugal and the way you are speaking allows a greater understanding for a non native speaker. I learned a lot and i will see your other videos as well. Thanks. Great Job!!

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  3 года назад

      Thanks so much Carlos, great to hear my videos and tutorials are helping! 😁👍

  • @azizurrahaman2101
    @azizurrahaman2101 5 лет назад +2

    Your process of teaching is excellent. I'm watching your video from very beginning. You are on the way of becoming a big player in the world of photography.

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  5 лет назад +1

      Thanks so much Azizur, I really appreciate your kind words. It really inspires me to keep making more tutorials.
      Thanks for watching! 👍

    • @azizurrahaman2101
      @azizurrahaman2101 5 лет назад +1

      @@mikesphotography It will be very helpful for me if you make a video explaining the science behind light in photography. I know the practical ways to use flash. And most of us probably know the practical use, but don't know the science behind it.

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  5 лет назад +1

      I'll see what I can do Azizur! 😁👍

  • @FredLegendarySA
    @FredLegendarySA 2 года назад +1

    thank you so much. i have learnt a lot and understood more about flashing now. am going to make use of my flash now.

  • @bostongreen1629
    @bostongreen1629 3 года назад +1

    A wonderful tutorial, well presented and explained. I was lost in complex tutorials before I found this. Good job Mike!

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  3 года назад +1

      Great to hear it has helped! I'm currently filming more flash photography tutorials so keep an eye out for some more parts to this series coming really soon! 😁👍

  • @natedoggraymond
    @natedoggraymond 3 года назад +1

    You are such a good teacher! This video is so well thought out!

  • @crystalrojas9178
    @crystalrojas9178 4 года назад +1

    Wow you so explained why I kept having the black spot when I was using my flash. I was using it for the first time on my own and it kept doing that to me. You explained it perfectly

    • @mikesphotography
      @mikesphotography  4 года назад

      Great to hear I could help!
      Thanks for watching 😁👍

  • @notdapopefrancis8902
    @notdapopefrancis8902 3 года назад +1

    This is absolutely a game changer in my learning of flash photography 🙌