"AKA gray asphalt" <benvhoff@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
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> Can you recommend a good one or two light set up that
> can be moved easily and doesn't put too much light in the
> eyes of the subject and is flattering?
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> Thanks, a big order, no doubt
> : -)
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First, does your camera have automatic features that would limit what
kind/brand/model strobes you use? If so, the question is moot.
Many major photo stores put together packages of a couple strobes, stands,
umbrellas or soft boxes, etc. Years ago, I bought a small kit for a couple
hundred dollars. That kit served me well as I slowly replaced it, piece by
piece with more powerful, more featured units. Those small strobes are
still
usefull as hair lights or background kickers. Try ****ter's Camera Store,
B&H, Adorama, eBay, many others.
As for moving easily, light stands with strobes and umbrellas or soft
boxes
are basically top-heavy. Additionally, there are power cords, and you will
have a sync cord to your camera (unless your get some sort of remote
trigger
system). In my studios, all the strobes are permanently mounted from the
ceiling except for the fill strobes- they are mounted on the top of the
camera stands, so the only cord I have to deal with is from the camera
stand.
Flattering? Well, that's a matter of how you position them and modify
them.
As for light in the eyes: A high ceiling is nice- you can keep the lights
high. Also, modifiers such as umbrellas or softboxes will be more
comfortable than a bare bulb strobe. However, you lose a stop or so of
light.
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