1st time using flash EVER - help me with tips -- Flash and Studio Lighting in photography-on-the.net forums

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May 13, 2008 21:50 | #1

first off, what do you guys think of these shots (this was the first couple hours of playing around with an old nikon sb22 on camera)

some post processing done to this one to get rid of headlight beams etc

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this one is pretty much straight from camera

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so yea, am i off to a good start? What is the cheapest way to get some decent lighting? I have a photoshoot with some models and then some more with cars, so I think i am going to need some more lighting.

I might buy a reflector soon, but what else is there?

thanks, let me know if im on my way to strobist level :lol:

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May 13, 2008 22:05 | #2

Get a flash cord or radio triggers, so you can get the flash off of the camera. The BMW would have been great with the flash to the side of the car, rather than from the same direction as the camera. But it is a decient first try.

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May 14, 2008 01:35 | #3

Hey Man, Good start. Here are some things to look out for.

1. Hot spots on your cars from the florescent lights above.
2. Get level with what you are shooting and make sure you can't see your reflections in the car.

The biggest thing to get your photos rockin is get that flash off your camera and buy more of them. Check out Strobist.com they did a section on shooting vehicles with one flash a softbox and 30 second exposure. It's pretty RAD. Later Dude.

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