Working with Flash Photography
Learn How Light Works.
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Working with Flash Photography
Learn How Light Works.
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30-day money-back guarantee
Not satisfied?Reach out to our customer support team within 30 days to receive a full refund.
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Unlimited access, anywhere, anytime
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Learn from hand-vetted instructors, experts in their field
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Course Syllabus
Chapter 1- Introduction Of Working With Flash Free
- Gear List
- Reasons To Use Flash
- Mixing Flash And Ambient Light
- Understanding Flash Duration
- Direct Flash Done Right
- Direct Flash Vs Bounce Flash
- Light Qualities
- Overhead Bounce Light With Fill
- Multipoint Lighting With Flash
- Perfecting Your Images Using OCF
- Overpowering The Sun With OCF
- Light Modification And Control With OCF
- The Whip Pan Technique
Pye Jirsa develops transformative frameworks that simplify complex subjects, empowering individuals in photography, business, language learning, creativity, and personal relationships.
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Understand and manipulate the four key components of flash photography: amount of light, direction of light, quality of light, and color of light.
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Use on-camera flash effectively to enhance your photographs, employing techniques such as bouncing flash and controlling flash exposure.
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Implement off-camera flash setups to create more dynamic and visually interesting photographs, including managing multiple light sources.
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Apply light modification tools and techniques, such as diffusers, grids, and gels, to shape and color the light to match your creative vision.
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Execute advanced flash photography techniques, including overpowering the sun, creating dramatic effects with backlighting, and using flash for creative motion blur effects.
Learn how to achieve professional results during real world shoots, working in less-than-ideal scenes, and with absolutely no time in Working with Flash with Pye Jirsa.
Pye has lots of experience shooting in high pressure situations with minimal gear. In this class, he’ll teach on-camera flash bounce techniques that you can use to create 1, 2, and even 3 light setups using simple and inexpensive light modifiers. Pye will also help you add motion to your images and he’ll dive into the basics of off-camera flash so you can take advantage of the additional flexibility and creative options it affords.
Best of all, you are going to learn lighting from the bottom up. You will see just how powerful the gear you already own can be, while learning about inexpensive stepping stones into the world of off-camera flash.
About This Course
Learn how to achieve professional results during real world shoots, working in less-than-ideal scenes, and with absolutely no time in Working with Flash with Pye Jirsa.
Pye has lots of experience shooting in high pressure situations with minimal gear. In this class, he’ll teach on-camera flash bounce techniques that you can use to create 1, 2, and even 3 light setups using simple and inexpensive light modifiers. Pye will also help you add motion to your images and he’ll dive into the basics of off-camera flash so you can take advantage of the additional flexibility and creative options it affords.
Best of all, you are going to learn lighting from the bottom up. You will see just how powerful the gear you already own can be, while learning about inexpensive stepping stones into the world of off-camera flash.
What You Will Learn
- The fundamentals of flash photography, including how to control and manipulate flash exposure and understanding the inverse square law.
- Techniques for using on-camera flash to improve your photos in various lighting conditions, including direct and bounced flash methods.
- How to set up and utilize off-camera flash systems for more creative and professional-looking photographs.
- Strategies for using multiple flashes to create complex lighting setups, enhancing the depth and dimension in your images.
- The use of light modifiers such as softboxes, umbrellas, grids, and gels to shape and color the light for desired effects.
- Creative flash techniques for special effects, including freezing motion, creating light trails, and achieving high-speed sync.
- Practical tips for overcoming common flash photography challenges, such as dealing with low light situations and avoiding harsh shadows or red-eye.
Why learn with Pye Jirsa?
Pye's extensive experience, both as a pioneering founder of SLR Lounge and a successful partner in Lin and Jirsa Photography, showcases his ability to translate complex concepts into digestible, actionable lessons. His methodologies have guided thousands worldwide, simplifying daunting topics and fostering an environment where creativity and business acumen flourish together. By engaging with Pye, you're not just learning techniques; you're absorbing the essence of success from someone who has navigated the highs and lows of creative and entrepreneurial ventures.
Who Is This Course For?
- Amateur photographers looking to improve their understanding and use of flash in their photography.
- Professional photographers seeking to refine their flash techniques for more creative and dynamic lighting setups.
- Photography students and enthusiasts eager to explore the technical aspects of flash photography and expand their skill set.
- Anyone interested in portrait, event, or studio photography where controlled lighting plays a crucial role in achieving high-quality results.
Requirements
- Access to Internet
- Computer / Laptop / Mobile Device
What Is Included?
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Immediate unlimited access to course materials
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30-day money-back guarantee
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Pye Jirsa's Gear List
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English Closed Captions
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Suitable for mobile or desktop
No badge is available for this class.
Course Syllabus
Chapter 1- Introduction Of Working With Flash Free
- Gear List
- Reasons To Use Flash
- Mixing Flash And Ambient Light
- Understanding Flash Duration
- Direct Flash Done Right
- Direct Flash Vs Bounce Flash
- Light Qualities
- Overhead Bounce Light With Fill
- Multipoint Lighting With Flash
- Perfecting Your Images Using OCF
- Overpowering The Sun With OCF
- Light Modification And Control With OCF
- The Whip Pan Technique
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