Building The Shot #2 - Off Camera Flash Step by Step Tutorial w/ 2 Godox AD200 + AD-B2!

Learn off camera flash step by step in this second episode of my Behind The Shot series where I show you how I created a pretty alright photo of mine that I took in the past. I really think you guys will enjoy this one because all the steps are laid out for you and I explain each step as best as I could!
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[@lokitomanny]

What I loved about this particular tutorial is how you started with the typical straight out the camera washed out lame image, and you were able to correct the glare, increased the contrast and dial in the color, all without diving into the camera menu or adjusting any software slider, you did it all by trial and error, out on the field, you did it all by adjusting only two elements, exposure and composition. Camera angle, Camera shutter speed and Flash output. That image went from being very amateur to looking like it was taken inside a studio. All very simplistic explained and to the point. Loved it ❤

[@zfreek98]

I've been shooting portrait work for the past few years, but typically just camera and lens. Getting a light on the model is something I've been considering for a while, but free time is a minimal thing nowadays. Big thanks to you for the explanation and for showing the simplicity of these shots; helps inspire and build confidence in those of us stepping into different facets of this art form.

[@JohnMacLeanPhotography]

I'm 56 and have been shooting OCF since the 80s. Back then we used higher powered strobes with gas generators for AC, and medium format cameras with leaf shutters for a 1/500 sec sync. The easy route was to underexpose daylight (say 1/500 at f/16 or f/11) and add the flash-metered strobe to balance it out. A couple of not-so-quick Polaroid tests and power adjustments and start shooting. All that said, I really like your old school sensibilities of getting right in the camera, thus not having to spend eternity tweaking it in post. Less is more. Bravo!

[@emergecreative_]

One of- if not the most- valuable photo educator on this platform. Outstanding content every time. Thank you sir

[@fjhphoto]

Thank you so much! Much better educators out there but I try my best to help with each video.😊

[@lokitomanny]

I love the great balance and approach that you use, perfect balance between too much detail or not enough info, no commercial advertising imbedded yet, just the right amount of info straight to the point.

[@Seitenwerk]

Perfect video, no clickbait thumbnail, very in depth explanation. Really can’t get better, a great video!

[@LongTimeTTFan]

Thanks a lot for the detailed explanation of how you approach this shoot and your thinking process. Very helpful. Really like the step by step info of how you got the final photo. Thanks again.

[@fjhphoto]

LongTimeTTFan no problem and thanks for watching! 😊

[@lokitomanny]

This is a perfect example of how so many different elements, not equipment, are needed to make a good photo. Even after you had the whole exposure and colors looking perfect, the angle of composition corrected, it still wasn’t very pleasing because of the posing. Once the model turned and smiled in an instant of perfection, the camera was able to freeze an instant of her spirit, her soul, and only then you achieved the result of a collection of many elements at play working together.

[@ternielstvalle]

i dont even understand why anyone would dislike this video ! this shouldn't even be free !!

[@MrMick560]

Definitely agree with you about the shot being too bright, I preferred the shot after that much more.

[@SurferKroky]

That’s just magic from where that location was. Amazing stuff man and fantastic content.

[@thelifecritic]

I find your tutorials the most watchable of any so far to be honest. Awesome work can't wait to get through all your stuff!

[@EliInfante]

Good stuff man! I would love to see a night photoshoot version of this series using OCF.

[@fjhphoto]

Eli Infante thanks, man! I'm on it! 😁

[@leeenaa_g]

Yes 🙌🙌

[@lokitomanny]

Just found your channel, this is my first of your videos that I watch, looking forward to watching everything else that you have posted and everything else that might come in the future, good job.

[@dominick3579]

I watched 2 hours of your videos last night. Great content

[@fjhphoto]

_username13 wow, thank you so much!!!

[@RawloftheDead]

Amazing the way you went step by step on the lighting. The thing that helped me is the fact that I should have my light alot closer to the subject

[@fjhphoto]

Rawl of the Dead oh yes, definitely get it as close as you can! You'll get soft light and really make use of all the power the light is giving off. 😁

[@smsmartin]

Loved the step by step explanation of everything. As someone relatively new to portrait photography, I found this extremely useful. Didn't think you missed a single thought. :) Subscribed!

[@mikethoang1934]

This series is super fascinating. You're very thorough in explaining your thought process. Thanks for making these videos. They're awesome.

[@jasonchuc]

First time here and I like it already, thank you for your precise explanation.

[@fjhphoto]

Thanks! I seriously try my best with my videos so I appreciate you watching.😊

[@RobSajous]

Thanks so much Francisco. Helped a lot!!!!!

[@lokitomanny]

My favorite tutorials, building the shots and behind the scenes tutorials, loved all your explanations, the back and forward switched of the image the before and after, just a good overall conclusion of the issues you had to overcome and the solutions you found. Excellent work.

[@geolee9522]

I like that you saturate the colors and I really like the higher contrast. It makes her face more striking.

[@eafortson]

These breakdowns are so good. Love the approach. Thank you for this content.

[@lokitomanny]

My suggestion is for everyone video of behind the scenes of the photo shoot, you also create another behind the scenes separate video for the editing part, again not too detailed so people won’t get lost and bored, but useful enough and entertaining enough to capture us the audience, just the editing part, separate from the shooting part.

[@retirementhobbyfarmdiyadve1511]

This is the first time I've seen one of your videos. It was excellent! I really appreciate the step by step presentation of how you built the shot. Each image you showed really helped understand your thought process and the adjustments you made. Thank you for an excellent tutorial.

[@kidglove55]

Great job. Appreciate the humbleness and showing what we go through to get better.

[@canturgan]

To use a large aperture at flash sync speeds (not high speed sync), use a variable ND filter to cut the ambient light down.

[@adaminsanoff]

Yeah. You deserve at least 10M subscribers.

[@MartinV.]

great video as always!

[@Zoot580]

That was very helpful. I'm someone that loves to make the most creative photographs from the most unlikely backgrounds. Excellent choice. Very informative and inspiring. Can't wait to try some of your tips and tricks!

[@RotterStudios]

Always cool to see how someone else sets up the shots.

[@jordangosai8304]

I'm a really new photographer. And I really love to watch your videos it helps me a lot to understand things a lot more in depth 😃👏

[@fjhphoto]

Jordan Gosai awesome! Happy to hear this! 😊

[@IndianaMint]

I just got 2 ad200s and have 3 weddings scheduled :) I'm excited try some tips. Your a life saver!!

[@Rachyatteau]

I really appreciate how you explain the details of each setting!

[@wendystumbaugh695]

Love seeing what’s really going on at 11:50. Great video that proves a great artist can capture beauty everywhere!

[@paultova8067]

One of the best out there. I love your work.

[@fjhphoto]

Paul Salami thank you so much, man! 😁

[@davevowles8093]

Brilliant, loved it, a great explanatory vlog which has helped me enormously. Recently I have devoted more time studying flash techniques as well as buying extra equipment and looking on youtube for hints and tips. This one has to be the best that I have seen. Thank you.

[@fjhphoto]

Wow! You're welcome, man! Glad I could help. Making another episode of this series right now. 😊

[@davevowles8093]

Ace!

[@christophermartin7973]

Excellent detail on how you took each shot. This is great for someone like me looking to learn how you worked up to your final shot. This is what is missing from most instructional videos on KZbin. Most show the final result and not what it took to get there. I'd love to see a look at your setup before you started with the lights and modifiers used and placement so we have a full idea of what you were planning and how you achieved it! Thanks for this video it made me subscribe!!

[@jdgarcia333]

This is the first video that shows the mistakes and the step by step measures used to correct and obtain the shot you want. First of all, thank you for that as I am currently going from landscape Photography to portrait photography. I just purchased the Godox AD200 and was needing more instruction on how to use it. So this video was awesome! I was wondering how you got the hairlight on the model but then I saw it was coming from the sun. So do you expose for the background first without the model in the frame? Just wondering, gonna go out and practice and try to achieve the results like yours. Again, Thank you so much!

[@fjhphoto]

Yes, I pretty much always expose for the background with the subject in the frame as well so I can see if any light is falling on them. If there's a bright spot of light on them then it'll affect how I expose my photo. Ideally, I want the subject completely in shadow or fully in sun. If completely in shade highlights on their back is fine. Just don't want any light in front.

[@ramroc78]

Great Video!

[@Shotsbyflo]

Good job! Def would like to see a night shoot "Building The Shot" episode.

[@fjhphoto]

D F gonna work on that today!

[@ashishmore3881]

Great shot dude ... Learned a lot from this tutorial ...

[@artvisualphotography]

I love these tutorials

[@DezMak]

Great premise for the series bro. Greatly appreciated...

[@fjhphoto]

Thank you! I'm happy to share my process and even my mistakes if that means people learn better. 😊

[@MychealJones]

Great building the shot video +FJH Photography; I have always thought that you shot your images later in the evening, good to see how you over came the bright sun.

[@fjhphoto]

Mycheal Jones thanks! I do tend to shoot later on the evening because I don't like the heat at all and plus golden hour has beautiful light too. I can work earlier in the day but I'll be sweating bullets, haha.

[@johngarza3298]

I stumbled across your channel while trying to figure out how to use flashes while taking portrait pics. your videos have shown me how to improve what I have learned so far. looking forward to seeing your other videos.

[@bryankung]

Excellent video Francisco!

[@fjhphoto]

Bryan Kung thanks, man! 😁

[@gduproduction]

Very good job men 👍

[@kollerjob2997]

You are a great guy and great human J..thank you for all these lessons. Hope to learn more from you

[@fjhphoto]

Koller Job you're welcome and thank you so much! All I create is to help so I hope the videos and posts I make help you out. 😊

[@kollerjob2997]

@@fjhphoto I can say I've learnt quite a lot

[@g4money]

One of your best video base on Great Information. Nuff said.

[@fjhphoto]

GStreet thanks, man! More of these videos coming! 😊

[@bolaorundami5946]

Dude this was awesome! Thank you 🙏🏾

[@mariocarranza573]

I have enjoyed the vast majority of your videos as you have improved so much within this last year. Thank you for this video which I know will help many of the newer photographers. You are a very talented photographer for your young age. But, slow it down a little, for me (34 yrs a pro photographer) it was a little hard to follow at first and then you jumped your point back and forth. Forgive my criticism, I don't usually do that to you. I follow you because I am proud of you as a fellow young Hispanic and love to see how you have grown and succeeded. I didn't have KZbin as I was first learning and photographers back then keep their secrets from everyone. Someday I will come to San Antonio and be able to meet you. Or if you are in the Dallas Ft. Worth area lets meet and talk shop. Good work my friend.

[@jlsc4125]

I have run into that situation and I really like the composition, so I moved the flash away and used a larger diffuser to keep the softness.

[@fjhphoto]

jl sc definitely a possibility for sure. 👌

[@penpineapple11]

Thank you for taking time and explaining in detail. This is gold.

[@clickity-clack1402]

Great video!!! Love how you explain process with the changing pictures. Thanks!

[@hazelferns2552]

Thank you so much for the info ..it was well explained .. explaining your thought process was also helpful..in fact today I shot with a sun flare and I couldn't figure out why the colours were washed out ..I just happened to stumble on your video and you answered my dilemma today..so thank you ..I will be definitely subscribing to your channel.. thanks once again

[@erre333]

yes!!!!!!!! thank youuuuuuu we just need to see more vids like this.

[@fjhphoto]

More coming! 😁

[@djzee4571]

Great video joey!

[@wildhorse333]

Can you make a video to explain how to get the rich tone of photo? Cause I love your color style and tones. Thank you!

[@IMDABROWN]

Building the shot is a great series

[@fjhphoto]

IMDABROWN thanks, man! Love making them and making a speedlite version right now. 😊

[@hamiddorosti3588]

Beautiful!

[@alexanderprice9024]

Man you breat down your shots like none other really really appreciate the insight!

[@CliffFennell]

Very informational. This is a never ending learning process. Thank you for taking the time to do all you do sir

[@sskp6168]

Amazing Shot! Thanks for precise explanation! Your job is definetely an inspiration for everyone who love a photography! Good Luck!

[@blahbloop6310]

Me at the beginning: “ohh I could do a little something like this at the pearl!” Me at 7:41 : oh.. lol Thank you for the breakdowns! Very helpful

[@tonybeale3334]

Much appreciated! Looking forward to your next one!

[@fjhphoto]

Tony Beale thanks! Working on it now. 😊

[@ronacosta4430]

Nice job! It's very helpful to get me started on outdoor portraits. I guess I need to get out there and try it.

[@Carlosjr563]

This video is awesome. Lots information. Specially for beginners just like me. Keep it up!

[@chanalogfoto]

Great explanation of your thought process.

[@vitlastovka2728]

Francisco you have all my thumps up!

[@fjhphoto]

Vit Lastovka thank you so much! 😁

[@matthewcheung5136]

This is an amazing break down! Thanks for sharing!

[@endrigoV]

Its very helpful for me as beginner who want to step into ofc. Thanks man.

[@nonamninom9344]

Great video!

[@jessemartinez2606]

Havin to much fun at Kando, its time to get back to work and do another of these!

[@takajames4760]

I love it! Thank you so much!

[@tcvaldez]

Great explanation.

[@melaniepeace6060]

KEEP IT UP! These are AMAZING!

[@fjhphoto]

Melanie Peace thank you! Will do 😁

[@LTwallawalla]

Very informative. Thanks

[@alexgco4187]

Thanks a lot for your excellente work!

[@pablohernandez2748]

Thank you Francisco... Loving your videos there teaching me a lot

[@MotownRossBrown]

Thank you for this information!

[@Jonathanmccallum1]

So helpful! Thanks for explaining your process.

[@fjhphoto]

Jonathan McCallum you're welcome! Happy to share. 😊

[@svsdigitalentertainment8655]

awasome and excellent concept for Cinematographer, Thanks

[@bobdorrisjr198]

Im glad I found your channel. You explain your work very well...Thanks again.

[@RubenRobles]

This was so helpful! Keep the videos coming! 😎👍🏽📸👏🏽👏🏽

[@emmykingsofem5774]

You are phenomenal

[@tregilkes33]

Thank you

[@stephenspiteri_zunkus]

Thanks mate. Very helpful as always.

[@fjhphoto]

stephen spiteri you're welcome! 😊

[@leeenaa_g]

Yes more like this are these are great videos

[@fjhphoto]

leena G Thanks! More coming then. 😊

[@MrShreyas00]

This helped me a lot... Please Do more videos like this... Thank you...

[@fjhphoto]

Shreyas BM glad to help! Working on a speedlite tutorial like this right now. 😁

[@PhotoKenji]

Great tutorial!! Thanks!!

[@fjhphoto]

Kenji Liu you're welcome and thanks! 😊

[@thatsginter]

Nice job!! Great breakdown! Happy Turkey Day to you and your fam as well!

[@fjhphoto]

thatsginter thank you and happy Turkey day to you and yours as well! 😁

[@deeseen3495]

Great stuff

[@stephencaldwell4569]

Great job as always. Keep on Posting

[@kathysimindinger8753]

THank you for your very helpful videos.

[@fjhphoto]

Kathy Simindinger you're welcome 😊

[@jkjilali]

Good kind of tutorials

[@fjhphoto]

Thank you!

[@yogeshchinchalephotography3872]

Excellent. And thank you for sharing your technique. I learn a lot more from ur video

[@EDRDavid]

Great tutorial, thanks!

[@fjhphoto]

Elchanan Rottman you're welcome! 😁

[@Anhemnorthcarolina]

The model has your resemblance.

[@sergioramos1320]

Thank you for this video. Exactly what i was looking for.