5 Simple One Light Setups with Mind-Blowing Results!
In today’s video, I’ll show you five incredible lighting setups using just one light source. Each setup is designed to help you create stunning and impactful images, whether you’re in a small studio or working on location. These techniques are simple but will give you professional-level results. If you’re inspired and want to learn even more, some of these setups are featured in my One Light Lighting Handbook – link below to take your lighting skills to the next level!
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🌟 What You’ll Learn:
How to use one light source for a variety of portrait and fashion shots.
The secret behind achieving dynamic motion shots with high-speed sync (HSS).
Tips for creating dramatic Old Hollywood Style portraits using a Fresnel lens.
Sculpting subjects using hard light and gobos with an optical snoot.
How to create beautiful rim lighting with a simple one-light setup.
🔥 Why Master One Light Setups?
Mastering one light setups allows you to create dramatic, eye-catching images without the need for extensive equipment. Whether you are a beginner working with limited gear or a professional looking for portable options, these techniques will elevate your photography. Learn how to adjust your light source, modify with different tools, and maximize impact with minimal resources.
📸 Real-World Examples and Tips:
Throughout the video, I demonstrate five real-world setups, including outdoor motion shots, Old Hollywood-style portraits, and classic beauty looks, to help you see how versatile a single light can be. Each setup is easy to replicate and adjust for different subjects and creative visions.
⚙️ Equipment Used:
Lights:
Elinchrom FIVE
Adorama https://howl.me/cjCnmmUpjV1
Amazon https://amzn.to/3Um6V61
B&H https://bhpho.to/3LcypYZ
Bowens 200mm Fresnel Lens
Amazon https://amzn.to/3RViwdR
NiceFoto SN-29 Flash Concentrator Conical Snoot Kit
Amazon https://amzn.to/3aCtOM0
Modifiers:
Elinchrom Rotalux Deep Octabox (100cm / 39”)
Adorama https://howl.me/cjCnv90VNi5Amazon https://amzn.to/3fRG5AH
B&H https://bhpho.to/3oSg0cy
Elinchrom Rotalux Go Octa Softbox 60 cm (24’’) https://amzn.to/3g66TR9
Elinchrom Rotalux Go Adapter for Elinchrom https://amzn.to/3T1a2jC
Elinchrom Softlite White Beauty Dish Reflector (27.6", 64°)
Adorama https://howl.me/cjCnv9Msdmw
B&H https://bhpho.to/3etOUn6
Bowens 200mm Fresnel Lens
Amazon https://amzn.to/3RViwdR
Elinchrom Indirect Litemotiv Octa Softbox 190cm (75”)
Adorama https://howl.me/cjCnmmmWLgl
Amazon https://amzn.to/3GZa45L
B&H https://bhpho.to/3oOM4Oq
Other Equipment:
Canon EOS R5
Adorama https://howl.me/cjCnaWpm8UM
Amazon https://amzn.to/3vPGmeb
B&H https://bhpho.to/3VbPdUw
Canon BG-R10
Adorama https://howl.me/cjCnaWADdkp
Amazon https://amzn.to/2OUmRQY
B&H https://bhpho.to/3niVtNI
Canon RF70-200mm F4 L IS USM
Adorama https://howl.me/cjCnaWi7o2f
Amazon https://amzn.to/2Z4GOd5
B&H https://bhpho.to/3HkgKNY
Studio Titan Camera Stand STA-01-360 MK2
Adorama https://howl.me/cjGcfVD3aCG
B&H https://bhpho.to/3cf4RfL
V-FLAT WORLD Foldable V-Flat, Set of 2, Black/White
Adorama https://howl.me/cjGcCZBleDO
Amazon https://amzn.to/3NI0f29
B&H https://bhpho.to/3VD8tKR
V-Flat World https://bit.ly/3fXqaid
📽️ Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
01:06 - Trathletes in Action
02:36 - Sunset at Sea
03:40 - BTS Beauty
04:19 - Retouching
05:17 - Fresnel Fun
06:24 - Topical Optical
08:20 - The Rim of his Hat
09:21 - Conclusion
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