3 Foolproof Beauty Lighting Setups [That use my favorite modifier!]

[@keithwithab]

but wait that C-Stand got me all shook up! When she leveled it out on the step i almost cried.

[@4n6design]

LOL!!

[@familyschaeffer8348]

Saw the riser holding the strip box on the Savage stand and to provide stability on the stairs and said “I’ve GOTTA get one of those!” 🔥Torn between the image at 8:20 (set up 2 with the grid) and the image at 10:40 (set up 3), but have to give the nod to 8:20. 🔥🔥Totally agree the whimsical blowing hair provides an energy, drama, and an unscripted inimitableness that brings the image to life; which is probably why I liked both images so much. Thank you for sharing!

[@susanbaggett5880]

Ohhhhhhh the first lightning set up! The softbox behind! 🔥🔥🔥

[@alknataitis2839]

Always impressed by your ability to sculpt with your lighting sets. Liked the use of the bottom light to clam shell your set up.

[@lindsayadlerphoto]

Thank you so much!

[@anthonymathon1552]

I absolutely love the simplicity of the second light setup and the depth of the background with the grid on background! 🔥🔥🔥 Also can we take a minute to appreciate Lindsay's makeup!!!!

[@pedrocolon3359]

The Clam Shell setup is my favorite. It’s simple and creates a crisp clean look that makes everyone look great. 🔥

[@alessandrocoluccelli8234]

The first set is my favourite, the pure white background and its reflex on the head creates a dreamy atmosphere. 😍

[@ianjacob7700]

Digging the second setup, love the addition of the grid on the background light 🔥💯!!!

[@mervynmorel4419]

Thank you so much Lindsay for sharing your knowledge to the world. I’m literally starting photography after years of procrastinating, but like my wise dad always say “it’s never too late to start”. I’ve been trying to find a photographer mentor to follow and I can honestly say that I’ve learned so much since I found your videos on KZbin. I’ve even placed an order for the Westcott Optical spot, which I think is an amazing tool and I can’t wait to put it to use. I’m base in Dubai UAE 🇦🇪 and I can’t wait to learn more from you and take amazing beauty photos. Many many thanks again for sharing your blessings.

[@lindsayadlerphoto]

Aw thanks so much for the kind words! I'm happy to hear that you're starting your photography journey and I can help along the way! :)

[@thehumanityoflife6460]

Same with me. From film, switching to digital. I bought most of my equipment used though to save money. The main thing is practice, practice, and more practice. And learn from pros like Lindsay!

[@jonathanbyrdmusic]

Your own makeup is on point today! Thanks as always Lindsay

[@lindsayadlerphoto]

Aw thank you. :)

[@stevelambert688]

I love the natural clean skincare lighting you use in lighting setup #1. 🔥

[@kristincofer5483]

I love the drama and make-up in the silver beauty dish in lighting setup 3! 🔥🔥🔥

[@bala1000mina]

Hi Lindsay, As always amazing! Very, very useful! Thanks a lot! God bless you!

[@robertgordonphotography]

🔥 Hey Lindsay. Thanks for the great videos you keep putting out. I love setup 3 he best. I adore the clean bold makeup looks.

[@keshiterrytv1866]

I ordered a book on posing a week ago, I didn’t pay attention to the Author name, but last night I watched your video and said damn she is amazing, then my book came and I saw the name Lindsay Adler, I said let me go back to the video again and see who is this person, AND LO AND BEHOLD IT WAS YOU !!! I FEEL LIKE I HIT THE LOTTO TONIGHT , YOU ARE THE AUTHOR OF MY BOOK THAT I JUST GOT IN TONIGHT 👏🏾🏆

[@splitremedymedia]

The second setup is my personal favorite. It shows the versatility of grids! 🔥

[@dabethgamaliergaravito5829]

I Just freaking love you Lindsay!!!!

[@lindsayadlerphoto]

Aw thank you so much! :)

[@nightskysaints]

Really like the third setup using the two strip softboxes. It really brings out the model's strengths and emphasizes the makeup and styling. 🔥🏆

[@wonderllama69]

I'm a big fan of the third setup - I love the dramatic contrast you get using a dark backdrop and a beauty dish. 🔥🔥🔥

[@kimhoogkamp1040]

Always love your videos & your teaching style. My favorite is the third setup. A little darker than the previous two. 🔥🔥

[@charlybecoming2621]

The 3d set up works best ! Main plus 2 rims and reflector. Dramatic, and brings out details!🔥🔥

[@WilzDezignPhotography]

I love the clean beauty with clamshell in Setup #1 🔥

[@josephchan4198]

Love your videos. Great instructor and gives back to the community. This is great additional skills to put on resume. Thanks

[@davebardt6160]

I have been using a soft box and reflector for clamshell lighting for years....Now I need to get a beauty dish. All 3 setups gave great results.🔥🔥🔥

[@ahvelosa]

Thank you for sharing your secrets. I love the idea of the clam shell lighting. 🔥

[@kohana6798]

In love with your way of teaching! 🙌🏻 Clear and simple💯

[@teknojunkie1]

I love the dramatic lighting and look of the third lighting setup!!!🔥🔥🔥

[@markpatterson2718]

I love this tutorial : I stated watching Miguel Quiles tutorials years ago, then you popped up into my life ;-) if Adorama wasn't on the Lindsay Adler ticket i believe i would have missed out on your stunning photography __you are a blessing from God "ahhhhhhh" seriously you are a blessing " please keep sending me tutorials i promise ill watch em _ hea hea hea hea

[@lindsayadlerphoto]

Thank you so much for the kind words and watching! :)

[@shomanient]

I like #2 the best. I really appreciate Lindsay's way of sharing photography techniques. 🔥🔥🔥

[@marcosgranadorodriguez8959]

i love your work , soo smooth and beautiful, amazing and professional , grettings from a cuban fan

[@Princeofseance]

I love the first look the backlit softbox 🔥

[@lpsred6714]

The second setup is the one I will probably use as a go-to setup and then modify it as needed. 🔥

[@PhotocgCo]

I love the drama of the 3rd set up. It's so rich and velvety. 🔥🔥🔥

[@juliesikkel7465]

Love the look of the first set up...using a softbox as fill with the strobe attached to the c-stand leg stand is perfect! 🔥

[@zuzanajanos]

Cool all three lightnings. 🔥🔥🔥 I am planning to buy my first beauty dish. And start to 🔥

[@dalesensei]

Love the last setup most with the dark background and hair blowing! Thanks Lindsay for another great tutorial! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@zuzanajanos]

Cool all three lightnings. I am planning to buy my first beauty dish. And start to photoshoot like you :)

[@angilewis6073]

As always, such a great explanation of how to execute these setups!

[@josephchan4198]

The classes are great for personal work or a campaign for holidays for a E Commerce site. Thanks!!

[@guytphillips266]

2nd setup, with the color harmony of the Coco - niiiiice!

[@SAS_Photography]

Set up #2🔥🔥🔥 with the seemless background is FANTASTIC🔥🔥! I was recently given a peach backdrop and I think this lighting setup will be great! I can't wait to try it out...it may very well be my new favorite !🔥

[@charlinechiasson5244]

Prefer the first setup and love the use of a soft box as background. 🔥

[@bellakortes7320]

My favorite setup is #2 warmth! It’s super versatile, yet minimal and chic so it matches my personal aesthetic. I love having a grid on the background, excited to try this in more of my work! 🔥

[@dobryden77]

Dear God, you are so talented! (cries) I would give anything to learn/apprentice/work with someone like you!

[@lindsayadlerphoto]

You are too kind! :)

[@marktomphotography]

Beautiful work and super cool on that grip arm for the C-stand. First time seeing it. Thanks!

[@dexter1918]

Lindsay, I love all three setups but my favorite is the first. I love the idea of a soft box behind the model. I’ve never seen that used before. Awesome look! 🔥The Savage stand with the second riser is genius! I’d love to have that! 🔥Thank you for inspiring me!

[@philiasphine6406]

Great video. Very clear explanation. I like the first setup the most; looks like the most useful. 🔥

[@beauphomasterpiece3795]

Thank you . I love how you explained this and wrote it in the description bar

[@lindsayadlerphoto]

Glad you enjoyed it! :)

[@RamonaIliePhotography]

Love all three set ups. First is the one for me. Thank you for all great videos. You're amazing! 🔥

[@jimcharette3589]

Lindsay always gives you ideas about new things to try. Like first setup using the beauty dish. 🔥

[@AardvarkHill]

Lindsay, you are one of the best. Great work, Great information, Great presentation... Because you are GREAT!

[@emilio.arrabal]

I like the third setup, love low key with more drama, and the rim lights in the top of the head. I also like the tip for the hair movement. Great! 🔥

[@Mistykst]

I like the third setting. The fluttering hair and the contours of the face are expressed very smoothly, in addition, they reflect light on the pupil to give it a sparkle to highlight its vividness and beauty. 🔥🔥🔥

[@yanavp]

Love love love all Lindsay books and Creative Live lessons

[@lindsayadlerphoto]

Thank you so much!

[@miguelquezada1916]

Your a great teacher with amazing knowledge ! Glad I found your channel.

[@lindsayadlerphoto]

thank you for the kinds words! :)

[@sandyburch7820]

I loved the first look the clamshell lightening! 🔥🔥

[@ale.giacobazzi]

Love the second setup! The gridded background light is awesome and I just love the soft but still contrasty light on the model's skin! ❤ 🔥

[@djake1107]

Of the three, I prefer the third, it will produce great black & white images.🔥

[@sandraamato6004]

Great video. The clamshell lighting is amazing. All of the looks are fantastic.💕

[@lindsayadlerphoto]

Thanks!

[@davidserrano3601]

So great! Another amazing video Lindsay!

[@lindsayadlerphoto]

thank you!

[@rachealhollowell7705]

I Love the third setup! Low key is the bomb! 🔥

[@DaJeaniusCEO]

The tip at 9:20 was major key. Love it!!!

[@ladydsi4051]

The first and the second setups are my favorite!!!

[@rccurry1]

I really like second setup. More in keeping with what I do. Love the beautiful skin and dramatic lightening. Thanks for what you do for us!

[@chrystalkelly5376]

Sooo I’m actually realizing how much more I would like to incorporate clam shell, in many setups. I’ve been using a large key strobe allot with different colored gelled side lighting. I like the polish with the clam shell. Fire 🔥

[@Naturalhairlova]

I loved set up 2. I loved the warm coco background.... I never thought I would choose such a color background, but this video just changed my mind. Thank you Lindsay for always providing such awesome tutorials!! 💜 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥

[@hrisiudrescu1592]

Thank you Lindsay for sharing these light setups! I am mostly drawn to the 1st one but I also love the 3rd with glowing silver reflector and beauty dish. 🔥

[@williamdubose1001]

All 3 are great, and the details of each are widely applicable to other types of set-ups. My fave is the second set-up. To me this one's final results are more subtle and pleasing to the eye overall.

[@barrybraunsteinphotography1156]

Love the first setup, simple, elegant, and great results!🔥🔥🔥❤❤❤

[@Sunshineleroy]

Thanks for the video tutorial. I usually, in the studio, prefer your middle look. I do more families than young models. And, that is one great new style of C-stand! 🔥

[@stuartthornes4464]

I love the clam shell lighting setup 🔥 I usually use a reflector as a fill underneath but after watching this I can see using a second light can be so much more useful and that extra stand on the Savage C-stand looks amazing🔥🔥🔥 I sooo need one of these.

[@brianasealy6257]

So beautiful!! All of those were amazing looks!!

[@lindsayadlerphoto]

Thank you!

[@cindynowlin1752]

Thank You Lindsey I have always learned something from every video I have ever watched of yours. The second lighting choice is amazing and I also like the clam shell lighting. You always make things easy to understand. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. Really excited about the Savage C stand that looks amazing and so useful for every type of photography. 🔥

[@charliegreen1989]

I like a bit a drama and that last set up was just amazing, am going to have to try a version of that. Your looking great and glowing Lindsay.

[@michaelcarver625]

I bought 2 beauty dishes and haven't used them yet because I wasn't quite sure how best to position them, now I'm giving them a try this weekend. I'll start with the 1st and work my way through a couple setups. 🔥🔥🔥

[@DancenNani]

I absolutely love setup #2 I love how much you can change the look With just these two lights, easy set up With dramatic results 🔥

[@Barzyz01]

excellent! love the details in this video. Thanks for sharing!!

[@jenchristo9200]

I love clam shell lighting, it's one of my favorite setups as well!! Digging the leg addition on that Savage stand to help save space! Genius 🔥

[@lauragoyer1399]

I love the clean setup #1 🔥 Thanks Lindsey and Thanks Savage! Love your papers!

[@arodlum92]

My favorite is the beauty dish. 🔥 and love 3 light set up. Love low key

[@rocknhawk1]

All 3 of these are fantastic but I think the 1st one is my 🔥vorite. So simple and great for any subject. Thanks!

[@dangallagher8034]

You're refreshing. Many thanks, Lindsay.

[@lindsayadlerphoto]

Thanks so much for the kind words! :)

[@Guitarmfig]

This women is an absolute genius

[@MarkRCoons]

Thank you Lindsay!! Loved the first setup, on the occasion I use a beauty dish this is what I start with. 🔥💯

[@Excile00]

she has the most amazing ability to present complex ideas clearly Im amazed by her talent 👍💕

[@lindsayadlerphoto]

🙏😘

[@jerilampert]

Lindsay! Thanks for all you do! 🔥

[@TwinStickUser]

The clamshell setup is just 🔥! Really pops. Useful tip on how the stand gets out of the way so you have room to shoot, hold the reflector or bring in a fan for the wind if your working solo. Love your vids Lindsey, you are an inspiration.

[@rafaelcampillorodriguez8714]

Excellent video Lindsay ... (as always) !!! ... I am sorry, but I have to tell you that, I like ALL 3 light setups !!! ... Because I have always been a beauty dish fan !!! ... 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥... Lindsay, take care and be healthy ... My best regards from Xalapa, Veracruz. México !!! ...

[@lindsayadlerphoto]

No you can only pick one! Just kidding lol. Thank you for the kind words! :)

[@StewartSykes]

Love the second setup, this pretty much embodies your style as far as I'm concerned.🔥🔥🔥

[@maricleven2642]

Your videos are always so inspiring and informative Lindsay! I really enjoyed the freshness of the first look and seeing that you put a softbox behind the subject and your tip about avoiding lens flare. Also it was super cool to see the extra riser on the Savage C-Stand for the clamshell setup. 🔥

[@c.o.c-crazyonecomedy7234]

That was beautiful lighting i have never seen, thanks for the tip

[@relross]

LOVE that first set up with the high key back ground - its just so stunning and clean! Legit I love all of Lindsay's tutorials always so much quality! I really need to invest in that beauty dish I know its Lindsays favorite and for good reason! Once again another 🔥🔥🔥🔥 video!

[@mayastep4258]

Thank you Lindsay. Love your work. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and step-by-step behind the scenes. I'm slowing getting back into photography and watching your work is both helpful and greatly inspirational. :)

[@pixeltriangleproduction2867]

You are my favorite ... always come up with great ideas and teaching. Thank you so much for sharing your valuable knowledge and experience. Love from India

[@Colin_Ward_Photography]

I definitely like the softbox as a background behind the model. Going to try that soon!!! Thank you. 🔥🔥

[@ashleydavis3924]

Good tips, that second looks is gold

[@lindsayadlerphoto]

Glad you enjoyed it! :)

[@travisdyer5940]

Honestly your videos are EXACTLY what I’ve always wanted/needed/looked for. So informative, amaaaaazing work, not annoying to watch haha, just good quality stuff! Thank you!

[@lindsayadlerphoto]

So glad you enjoyed this!

[@nene1964]

Where have u been all my lifeeee. Subscribed!

[@lindsayadlerphoto]

lol. happy to make u happy

[@alisondeyette]

Love all your videos. So helpful. I'm always looking for more guidance when lighting subjects. 🔥

[@photosbyfranchez]

🔥 I love all 3 setups, but the first one is my favorite! Thanks for all of the tutorials! 🔥