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THE TROOPER
30th of September 2008 (Tue), 07:09
Hi guys,

I was wondering what you would advice in the way of basic lighting equipment. I have access to a large room with high ceiling.

I don't even possess a flash.

Can you guide me to a basic light set up and flash so i can set up some studio shots.

All this is due to the good old British weather:(

I have decided to go indoors. I would like to do some indoor portraits (low key) and wonder what i need as this is alien to me.

Any recomendations on the kit would be appreciated.

Best Reagrds

Ian
mineymole
30th of September 2008 (Tue), 11:26
Hi guys,

I was wondering what you would advice in the way of basic lighting equipment. I have access to a large room with high ceiling.

I don't even possess a flash.

Can you guide me to a basic light set up and flash so i can set up some studio shots.

All this is due to the good old British weather:(

I have decided to go indoors. I would like to do some indoor portraits (low key) and wonder what i need as this is alien to me.

Any recomendations on the kit would be appreciated.

Best Reagrds

Ian

I'm doing exactly the same thing right now and have found this site helpful so far.... http://strobist.blogspot.com/
Jim G
30th of September 2008 (Tue), 11:28
I'm doing exactly the same thing right now and have found this site helpful so far.... http://strobist.blogspot.com/

+1 for Strobist. A lot of good information to be found there.

Starting out the cheap route with old (or old-style) flashes and cheap triggers is a great way to get a handle on things - something like a Vivitar 285HV and some PC cords or Poverty Wizards (Gadget Infinity or Ebay-style triggers) is a great start.
mineymole
30th of September 2008 (Tue), 11:34
+1 for Strobist. A lot of good information to be found there.

Starting out the cheap route with old (or old-style) flashes and cheap triggers is a great way to get a handle on things - something like a Vivitar 285HV and some PC cords or Poverty Wizards (Gadget Infinity or Ebay-style triggers) is a great start.

I got a 430ex and I just ordered the Ebay triggers, a light stand, and one umbrella to give it a try.
THE TROOPER
1st of October 2008 (Wed), 03:21
Thanks guys.

Ian