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Aug 14, 2008 07:24 |  #1

Hey guys,

Flash photography especially nightclubs really captivates me, and I'm just curious on the equipment used and how to use it. What I'm getting at is:

I'll be looking into a second flash, umbrella's and light cubes, but I understand the basics of light refraction.

"how do I use the flash off the standard mount?"
for example, bouncing the flash off a wall which is behind a subject. mostly impractical but you get the idea of the question.

"how do I use multiple flashes off the mount?"
for example, having two flashes 3 meters from a subject on a 45 degree angle (from the camera) and 90 degrees away from the camera.

Cheers, I look forward to some answers :)


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Aug 14, 2008 09:24 |  #2

Fubar,

I had a bit of trouble understanding what you are actually asking for? Are mainly asking how to use bounce flash on-camera? Or are you being more specific in achieving a specific effect?
In attempting to answer your initial question regarding nightclub shots, i would say a fast zoom would be handy for creativity in your shots. In addition, a flash bracket to take portrait shots without the harsh side shadow is very useful as well.


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Aug 14, 2008 17:45 |  #3

I'm basically asking what devices are used to connect multiple flashes which are placed away from the camera. :)


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Aug 14, 2008 17:47 as a reply to  @ fubarhouse's post |  #4

Are you asking about the method used for remote triggering?


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Aug 14, 2008 17:50 |  #5

Wireless tirggers... (skyports, pocketwizards, cactus)

Other than that you could use other canon speedlights as slaves, although I'm not sure how they would react in a club


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Aug 14, 2008 18:51 as a reply to  @ Haru's post |  #6

If your talking about multiple remote flashing, check out this link

https://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthre​ad.php?t=138907

Good detail in the approach and method.


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