One of the best instructors I've seen -- emphasizes thought over gear, but also demonstrates a variety of tools and how to app,y them for a consistent vision. Really impressive show
I actually purchased Neil's On and Off Camera courses on the Craftsy platform - the best £25 I've ever spent. I love the way he explains everything and after watching this video and those 2 courses, I also got the 'light bulb moment'. Neil is the best teacher out there on lighting.
That was probably the best lighting tutorial I have seen yet, and I've been consuming them at a voracious rate. His pictures are so, so, so much better than most of the other professionals giving advice. Just absolutely beautiful. Must get a good video light!
I loved this video because he answered so many questions and was very clear in his teaching. I laughed out loud a few times throughout the video. He made lighting easy to understand and fun to learn.
Wow!! one of the best lecture on the subject... Normally professionals do not share their knowledge especially in this field.. He is an exception and he knows his area pretty well !
The most helpful and simple flash tutorial ever, hands down. Used this technique at home right after watching it. Amazing and immediate results! Thank You so much Neil, B&H!
My first reaction to the beginning of this video was, Gee, this breathless guy is so full of himself, he uses his pointed finger way too much. But, boy, I'm really glad I kept watching, because I can't think of another video that helped me as much in understanding how on-camera bounce flash, off-camera bounce flash vs. video light works. Here's a seasoned master of light who really knows what he's talking about. Thank you, B+H, for making this available.
Most likely THE most informative video about lighting I have yet to see. Simplistic approach and easy to understand with accompanying sample images. Now, I look for his books.
A fantastic video! Neil really knows his stuff, and is very generous with sharing his tips. If you think this video is a waste of time, you are probably the type who wants the "fix-all" lighting solution, or you don't have the patience to really learn something.
This vid is pure gold. Full of information, tips and guidance. It's so rare when a profesional can explain his beautiful work in a simple way. I like his "keep it simple" approch. Thanx !
Jay ... this will depend on distance / aperture / ISO ... and what light modifier I have. The aperture and ISO, in turn, usually depend on the ambient light to some extent. So there are just too many variables to give you one specific answer.
Thank You Sir, Your knowledge of Flash Photography, and unique ways of using Speed Lights is fascinating. I have learned so much about using flash, direction of light, and very appreciative of your knowledge & teachings.
I LOVE this workshop (and the other one form Neil) excelent stuff and very inspiring. Thanks Neil for sharing his knowledge and thanks to B&H for putting this on youtube.
I learned allot from this enlightening video and took lots of notes. Very interesting points like ISO settings and histogram reading (aim for the brightest point), black foam to direct the bouncing of the light and avoid direct light from hitting the subject, skimming the light, orienting the subject towards the natural light, using trees, corridors and otherwise to control how the light falls on the subject, metering from the brightest point then increasing the exposure compensation higher etc
1:06:06 "That is just stupid - I know that is the technical explanation!" Almost spit my coffee onto the screen laughing. Great work Neil as usual. Can't wait for the new book to come out. Appreciate the time and effort you put into this and your outstanding website.
That was awesome and i hadn't really thought about the possibilities of directional lighting with on camera flash.... it seams so easy now it has been explained. Great job and thank you.
i learned loads from this got to be the best video/presentation i'v see to date, your approach is great in every way keep up the good work many thanks.
This is a great video. I learned a ton from the information. I can't wait to get out and experiment with many of the new techniques. Thanks for sharing this valuable information!!!
Dam its few days away from 2018 and I'm only now discovering this video. It's simplified and explained from one of the best in the business. And when Neil just whips that dudes flash on the camera is hilarious at 1:04:00 lol
The best explanation of why one must shoot raw when photographing events , where there are 💥📸multiple cameras💥📸 going off in the room …completely understandable ✨👏👏👏👏👏👏👏. Thank you sir, now I truly understand why everybody is so excited about raw
Thank you so much for this I can't believe how much I've learned. Kinda felt like a college class where everyone else in class is 2 yrs behind you with these questions!
This was interesting. Thank you! I request a similar program about constant light for video production (interviews, events, dramatic) -- with emphasis on affordable constant lighting solutions (multiple CFL rigs, LED, etc.) and techniques. Again, thanks for this interesting program.
So basically, black piece of foam and... I'm awesome! j/k :) Wonderful video, Thanks B&H. Video's like these will keep me subscribed and keep you guys in my thoughts next time I go to buy gear.
chris eubank sound alike.......thanks for the lecture,interesting and useful,and also a bit funny for me coz your voice reminds me of the boxer.I learnt alot at the same time
Thanks so much for posting. Is there anyway to have people hold off on their questions till the end of a presentation? he is about to start sharing amazing tips but people repeatedly ask....should I shoot in RAW? It's a total waste of this brilliant man's time...just a thought, maybe it's best to answer questions at the end of a presentation.
This guy has the best illustration of flash photography on RUclips.
That was fantastic. Interesting, informative, yet not arrogant. Its rare this kind of information is shared for free. Thanks
One of the best instructors I've seen -- emphasizes thought over gear, but also demonstrates a variety of tools and how to app,y them for a consistent vision. Really impressive show
I actually purchased Neil's On and Off Camera courses on the Craftsy platform - the best £25 I've ever spent. I love the way he explains everything and after watching this video and those 2 courses, I also got the 'light bulb moment'. Neil is the best teacher out there on lighting.
Most welcome. Glad you enjoyed it. Thank you all for watching.
Very welcome and thank you for watching.
Most welcome and thank you for watching.
The only workshop I have seen with truly great photographs. Not one picture was ordinary. Great work. Plus he answered questions sensibly
That was probably the best lighting tutorial I have seen yet, and I've been consuming them at a voracious rate.
His pictures are so, so, so much better than most of the other professionals giving advice. Just absolutely beautiful. Must get a good video light!
Neil must be the Bruce Lee of wedding photography. Simple, fast, efficient and very effective. Love this tutorial. One of the best from B&H.
I loved this video because he answered so many questions and was very clear in his teaching. I laughed out loud a few times throughout the video. He made lighting easy to understand and fun to learn.
Wow!! one of the best lecture on the subject... Normally professionals do not share their knowledge especially in this field.. He is an exception and he knows his area pretty well !
Neil has been pumping out the best most helpful info about lighting anywhere on the web. The man is a genius. This is pure gold. Thank you.
The most helpful and simple flash tutorial ever, hands down. Used this technique at home right after watching it. Amazing and immediate results! Thank You so much Neil, B&H!
My first reaction to the beginning of this video was, Gee, this breathless guy is so full of himself, he uses his pointed finger way too much. But, boy, I'm really glad I kept watching, because I can't think of another video that helped me as much in understanding how on-camera bounce flash, off-camera bounce flash vs. video light works. Here's a seasoned master of light who really knows what he's talking about. Thank you, B+H, for making this available.
Most likely THE most informative video about lighting I have yet to see. Simplistic approach and easy to understand with accompanying sample images. Now, I look for his books.
A fantastic video! Neil really knows his stuff, and is very generous with sharing his tips. If you think this video is a waste of time, you are probably the type who wants the "fix-all" lighting solution, or you don't have the patience to really learn something.
This vid is pure gold. Full of information, tips and guidance.
It's so rare when a profesional can explain his beautiful work in a simple way.
I like his "keep it simple" approch.
Thanx !
Every time I watch this I learn something else new. Superb stuff.
I've been following your blog for years. This video put all your tips together for me. Great work Neil.
@Leslie Smith, @aellah1, Most welcome. Thank you for watching.
This guy knows what's he talking about! The best tutorial I've watched!
This is the best lighting tutorial I've ever seen! Neil Rocks!!!
Jay ... this will depend on distance / aperture / ISO ... and what light modifier I have. The aperture and ISO, in turn, usually depend on the ambient light to some extent.
So there are just too many variables to give you one specific answer.
Thanks Neil for sharing and thanks B&H for uploading this fantastic session !
The best lecture about light I've ever seen. Thank you
Another great teacher, B and H. I learned a lot and liked his presentation and teaching! Learned a ton!!!!! :)
Great! Thanks B&H. And thanks, Neil. His first book is so good and so "illuminating"...
I have watched this before, and I learn new things each time that I watch it. Thanks for this splendid video.
Thank You Sir, Your knowledge of Flash Photography, and unique ways of using Speed Lights is fascinating. I have learned so much about using flash, direction of light, and very appreciative of your knowledge & teachings.
One of the most informative presentations I've seen and very professionally communicated. Many thanks.
I LOVE this workshop (and the other one form Neil) excelent stuff and very inspiring. Thanks Neil for sharing his knowledge and thanks to B&H for putting this on youtube.
“I shoot in manual. I tell the camera, what it needs, to be”. (So artistically emphasized). Well said.
I learned allot from this enlightening video and took lots of notes. Very interesting points like ISO settings and histogram reading (aim for the brightest point), black foam to direct the bouncing of the light and avoid direct light from hitting the subject, skimming the light, orienting the subject towards the natural light, using trees, corridors and otherwise to control how the light falls on the subject, metering from the brightest point then increasing the exposure compensation higher etc
1:06:06 "That is just stupid - I know that is the technical explanation!" Almost spit my coffee onto the screen laughing. Great work Neil as usual. Can't wait for the new book to come out. Appreciate the time and effort you put into this and your outstanding website.
Thanks for posting this...I'm a huge fan of Neil's..he changed the way I handle flash.
One of the best videos - packed with great info and well presented.
Really enjoyed this! Excellent information. It was a great supplement to Neil's outstanding books.
That was awesome and i hadn't really thought about the possibilities of directional lighting with on camera flash.... it seams so easy now it has been explained. Great job and thank you.
Very Nice! Learned a lot from a fantastic communicator and photographer ! Outstanding !
very professional, awesome presentation. really open my eyes about flash, once again, awesome !!! four thumbs up !!
I learn something each time I watch this vid. Awesome job!
i learned loads from this got to be the best video/presentation i'v see to date, your approach is great in every way keep up the good work many thanks.
This was honestly a pleasure too watch and so much good information to use
great video man... love the one book i own of yours.... also love how this tweeks peoples paradigm
... oh and thanks BH again for a great presentation
Amazing lightning tutorial. Really clear explanation and amazing pictures of course!
Great presentation Neil. Already bought and read your latest book but picked up a lot from watching this video. Thanks.
This is a great video. I learned a ton from the information. I can't wait to get out and experiment with many of the new techniques. Thanks for sharing this valuable information!!!
Understood so much more this second time around. Watched it last year and it made sense but this time around I had the "ahh ha!" moment. Great vid!
Hey Neil...as you would say, YOU ROCK!!! Fantastic presentation. I love his style. I had several, "AH HA" moments...
Have just watched 2 youtube video's .............light bulb moments galore Ahhhhh some pennies drop. I enjoyed the laid back lecture
He makes the seemingly complex very simple. Thanks I am beginning to understand the Lighting.
Great lighting tutorial full of information, Thanks for sharing
Thank you Neil....and thank you B&H! I learned so much!
Noor ... I reply to all the questions via my Tangents blog.
Neil, you did a fantastic job on this, thank you for sharing!
I feel like I should be paying good money to receive such valuable lessons. Huge thank you for sharing :)
Just came across this fantastic video. I can’t wait to try the bounce flash technique he described.
Wow!.. Neil is great, and his lesson is just amazing!!!
liked the class..nice guy..interesting topic..lots of information..quite helpful
Neil van Niekerk, I loved you. Thanks a lot.
Excellent tutorial, very informative and straight to the point.
very helpful presentation and his website is also full of great info!
Truly amazing teaching on Flash !!! I better get video light now !!!
Absolute Greatness!! Love this video. The information is priceless.
I love this video, an excellent tutorial, tanks a lot for the photographer too, thanks BHP
Excellent. Got the 'light bulb' factor after watching this video. Thank you so much for sharing.
Dam its few days away from 2018 and I'm only now discovering this video. It's simplified and explained from one of the best in the business. And when Neil just whips that dudes flash on the camera is hilarious at 1:04:00 lol
Best tutorial! Thank you Neil!
Thanks Neil (and B&H), that was great.
The best explanation of why one must shoot raw when photographing events , where there are 💥📸multiple cameras💥📸 going off in the room …completely understandable ✨👏👏👏👏👏👏👏. Thank you sir, now I truly understand why everybody is so excited about raw
Fantastic video. What a great explanation of style.
Absolutely awesome lecture.
Great way to simplify the light. Loved it I am a much smarter photographer after this hour and a half. Keep then coming B&H!
He's like the Christopher Hitchens of photography. Enjoyed your wit, Sir...
Very very interesting and informative. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you, thank you! Very informative and a great speaker.
learned a lot with this vid - greetings from Lisbon
what a great learning experience!...thank you
This guy is amazing ! Great job B&H !
thank you! so much information. very, very instructional. love his sense of humor, too!
Thank you so much for this I can't believe how much I've learned. Kinda felt like a college class where everyone else in class is 2 yrs behind you with these questions!
excellent presentation.
Very informative. Great video.
excellent presentation, thank you
This is probably the best masterclass in these b&h series. 5*
This was interesting. Thank you!
I request a similar program about constant light for video production (interviews, events, dramatic) -- with emphasis on affordable constant lighting solutions (multiple CFL rigs, LED, etc.) and techniques.
Again, thanks for this interesting program.
So basically, black piece of foam and... I'm awesome! j/k :) Wonderful video, Thanks B&H. Video's like these will keep me subscribed and keep you guys in my thoughts next time I go to buy gear.
fantastic!! i had major A-HA moments!! thx!!
Useful stuff, we need more of that.
Great video, thank-you for sharing!
Much enjoyed... Big thumbs up...
chris eubank sound alike.......thanks for the lecture,interesting and useful,and also a bit funny for me coz your voice reminds me of the boxer.I learnt alot at the same time
Brilliant! I just love your videos.
Love this video, Thank you so much for uploading it.
2021 and I learn from this video, thank you : )
This was amazing.
coooollll, Its Neil. Thanks guys.
Thanks so much for posting. Is there anyway to have people hold off on their questions till the end of a presentation? he is about to start sharing amazing tips but people repeatedly ask....should I shoot in RAW? It's a total waste of this brilliant man's time...just a thought, maybe it's best to answer questions at the end of a presentation.
That was indeed an inspiring video!