Master's Guide to Off-Camera Flash

Name: Master's Guide to Off-Camera Flash | Professional Techniques for Digital Photographers
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Professional Techniques for Digital Photographers

Barry Staver(Autor*in)

Amherst Media (Verlag)

Erschienen am 1. Februar 2012

160 Seiten

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Intro
Author
Copyright
Contents
Introduction Take Their Breath Away
The "Gasp Factor"
About this Book
1. Illuminating Light
A Key Ingredient
Previsualization
Standing out
Adding Lighting
Sidebar: Coming Full Circle
Assignment 1
Types of Light
Light Qualities
Hard or Soft
Color Temperature
Sunlight
The Golden Hours
Sidebar: Conspicuous Appeal
Changing Light
Atmospheric Conditions
The Non-Golden Hours
Adding Flash
Practical Example: Yoga Studio
Create the Highlight, Control the Shadows
Practical Example: Engagement Portraits
To Flash or Not to Flash?
Assignment 2
2. Speedlights
Brands of Speedlights
Pros and Cons
Powering Options
Battery Requirements
Rechargeable Batteries
Don't Mix and Match
Flash Output
3. Exposure
Speedlight Modes
Manual Mode
Automatic Mode
Ttl Mode
Shutter Speed and Aperture
Flash Compensation
Evaluating Exposure
Histograms
Highlight Alerts
Assignment 3
Chimping
4. Flash Basics
Straight Flash
Harsh Lighting
Red-Eye
Breaking the Rules
A Softer Look
Ceiling Bounce Flash
Sidebar: Murphy's Law Moment
Creative Bounce Flash (or "Foofing")
Practical Example: "Foofing" at a Wedding.
Bounce Flash with Reflectors
Assignment 4
Assignment 5
Bounce Flash with a Built-in Bounce Card
Wide-Angle Panel Diffuser
Diffusion Domes
Raising the Ambient Light Level
Sidebar: Befriend the a/V Cuy
5. Adding off-Camera Lights
Making the Connection
Dedicated Ttl Cords
Drawbacks
Advantages
Practical Example: A Scientific Silhouette
Optical Triggers
Infrared Communication
Master Speedlight Units
Sidebar: Weddinc Photocraphy
Commander Units
Maintaining Line-of-Sight
Sidebar: Murphy's Law Moment
Practical Example: At a Cigar-Tasting Event
Practical Example: Group Portait with Ambassador John Bolton
Radio Communication
Sidebar: Murphy's Law Moment
Sidebar: Lookinc for Miracles
6. Take It off
Get Some Gear
Bring It All Together
Practical Example: Mike Huckabee at a Healthcare Symposium
Practical Example: Robin and Matthew's Wedding
One off-Camera Flash
Basic Settings
Channel Selection
Group Selection
Sidebar: A Tip for Croups
Supporting the Remote Flash
Make a One-Light Image
Firing the Master Flash, Too
Multiple Flash From Afar
Practical Example: A Period Piece
7. Mixing It up with Ambient Light
Outdoor Shooting
Fill Flash
Sidebar: Wearing Black
Practical Example: A Midday Wedding
Sidebar: Using a Reflector
Shooting against the Sun
Flash as the Main Light
Practical Example: A Forest Portrait
Practical Example: Portrait at the Colorado Robot Challenge
Assignment 6
Indoor Shooting
Practical Example: A Christmas Wedding
Be Prepared for Special Moments
8. Modifying the Lights
Light Modifiers: The Icing on the Cake
Practical Example: More From the Yoga Studio
Practical Example: Wedding Cakes at the Bakery
Practical Example: Simple and Soft
Practical Example: Maternity Portraits
Umbrellas
Portable and Flexible
Types
Sidebar: Diy Umbrella
Shooting Techniques
Practical Example: A Fun Wedding Party Portrait
Bounce Devices
Assignment 7
Softboxes
Types
Practical Example: Portraits with the Foursquare Softbox
Narrowing the Light
The Ultimate Light Box System
Assignment 8
9. Barry's Gear Bag
How Much Does the Gear Matter?
Practical Example: Contrasting Viewpoints
Cameras
Brands and Models
How Many Cameras Do You Need?
Sidebar: Storyteller with a Camera
Lenses
Bags, Cases, and More
From the Studio to the Shoot
At the Job
Practical Example: Robin and Matthew's Wedding
Speedlights and Controllers
Light Stands
Light Modifiers
Practical Example: A Custom Gown
Backgrounds
Software
Resources
Index

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