How To Feather Light - From Softboxes to Beauty Dishes | Level Up With Ab Sesay

[@rickierecardophotography7406]

Finally, someone took the time to educate easy-to-understand feathering techniques and actually showing different positions from the light source. Thank you! 😊

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you Rickie. More to come.

[@MusicJunky3]

@@AbSesayPhoto That's good to hear! 😋

[@gregorysargeant6305]

The most comprehensive explanation of feathering online, thank you.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you for such a great compliment Gregory!

[@trevtog]

I've played with feathering lights but this is a serious Level Up. Thank you! Now to go and play with what I've learned here.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Excited to see your results. Please feel free to share in my room on Adorama Discord.

[@ramyahmed787]

I love your detailed slow explanation in your videos , thank you so much .

[@AbSesayPhoto]

You are very welcome Ramy

[@zer0L0]

This really is the best, most detailed vid on feathering I have seen. Thank you very much . And yes, stands no matter what !

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you br0ther. I really appreciate the feedback. Sometimes I think I have too much detail.

[@stevenmuncy491]

Thanks. I've never seen this subject covered so thoroughly.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Really appreciate the feedback Steven.

[@Nina.Thornton]

"How does it feather" has not traditionally been in my top 3 questions when purchasing a modifier but it will be going forward! Thanks for the level up, Ab!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Hey Nina. It's always a good way to squeeze out another look.

[@ChrisKSP]

Dang that was well done. The continuous light and showing the change in video rather than just showing side by side images worked really well. Loved the tip about if the subject can see the light with their eyes.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you Christopher. I really appreciate the feedback.

[@joaoborrega4594]

Stands no matter what. Always brilliant even when is on a very beat up theme. Congratulations Ab

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you Joao. Appreciate the feedback.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Light Stand Video should launch Dec 28th.

[@Muhammadfathi1]

How wonderful you really are .... I impatiently wait for your videos. Thank you so much for your efforts ..

[@AbSesayPhoto]

You are very welcome Muhammad. I appreciate the feedback.

[@photo2000]

so glad you qualified what happens when you feather!! to both the background and the quality of light falling on subject. 👍👍

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you Photo

[@photo2000]

@@AbSesayPhoto there is a lot of rubbish information out there, that preaches absolutes about photo theory, lighting etc... and doesnt give a rounded overview of subject matter. thankyou 🙏🙏... its important, cause most beginners dont know how to wade through all the rubbish

[@FlyingNikon]

Fantastic video, the tape to eliminate the second shadow is definitely something I would not have figured out.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thankyou for the feedback Flying Nikon

[@LeCitadin1960]

I've seen feathering before, but not with this "level" of details and explanations. The feathering up to the ceiling was one of those wow moments. I never thought of that or never seen this anywhere else before. A big thank you once again!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Hi Pierre, Thank you so much for the positive feedback. I really appreciate it. Feel free to take a look at my playlist on this channel as well for more of my videos.

[@D-Professor]

Ab, thank you so very much for this outstanding explanation. I’ve picked up a few great tips.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

You are very welcome David.

[@hartgetzen7867]

Man, you nailed this topic beautifully. Outstanding!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank I really appreciate that.

[@lenavoyles526]

Far and away the best video I’ve seen on feathering.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

That means a lot thank you.

[@donnamariajones8960]

Absolutely the most detailed explanation of feathering I’ve seen to date. Thanks for making it so easily understandable Ab! And you are right, there’s levels to this and once again you’ve leveled us up.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you so much Donnamarie. I really appreciate you.

[@Light_Is_Art]

That’s for geeking out on feathering. Loved the content. Thank you. 🎉

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you.

[@Drinckx2]

Very good exploration of the effect of feathering, including the use of different modifiers.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you Paul

[@thomastuorto9929]

Great vid. Light stands, no matter what.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Glad you liked it Thomas its coming!

[@therealsteelie]

Really great explanation and break down of feathering. Thank you for sharing. I really learnt a lot about feathering.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you for the great feedback Mark. More to come for sure! Let me know if you have any questions.

[@Jackbrsp]

Awesome work, Ab!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you Jack.

[@alluzphotography4151]

Thank you so much for covering the topic on feathering light in such a well-explained and comprehensive manner. 😊

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you for the comment and feedback Alluz

[@tundrusphoto4312]

Excellent! Thank you! This the best videos I've seen on this topic.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you so much Tundrusphoto.

[@gabrielleb3492]

Absolutely gorgeous! As long as Ab's still teaching I'll keep coming back to this channel :) I'm subbing!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you Gabrielle

[@scorpious1957]

Very easy to follow and really chilled out

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you. Im glad it was helpful.

[@sebastianoquendo8257]

Thank you!!! So much valuable information shared in this tutorial!!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you I really appreciate it.

[@josephchan4198]

Hope to see more of the instructor. Great information.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you. More coming for sure.

[@jaycoronado3441]

Wow, very simple and to the point. I love feathering and really excited to use black v flats.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you for the feedback Jay.

[@garyadams5201]

Excellent Video Mr.Sesay!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you Gary.

[@andrewdaystudio]

You're the coolest, Ab!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

I appreciate that Andrew

[@pashedu_if]

great tutorial, thanks!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

You are very welcome MIchael.

[@kennethnielsen3864]

Thanks for sharing.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Your welcome. Its truly my pleasure.

[@Oh_snap_jane]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge on this, it helped me also learn I can take a white wall and make it black. Thanks

[@AbSesayPhoto]

You are very welcome, and I appreciate the feedback.

[@ThierryMinet]

Thank you for sharing your lighting knowledge 🪶

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Your welcome. Appreciate you.

[@williamjonesiiimd907]

Very informative, very helpful! Thank you!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you William.

[@Thecharlieroc1]

Sir, I would really love to hear what you have to say about light stand. And keep up the good work.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

I definitely have some things to share for sure. Excited to create this one.

[@gradianpictures]

Thanks you. Best video on this channel

[@AbSesayPhoto]

So much good content on this channel not sure I can live up to that one. But thank you Gradian

[@HAN-ph2xo]

Thank you for this man. Beautiful pictures. 😀

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you Han. Please feel free to check our my playlist for the entire Level Up Show Lighting Series.

[@gvasquez330]

Nicely explained Thanks 👍

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you Gabriel!

[@gvasquez330]

@@AbSesayPhoto Just finished practicing with my mannequin! Great application and able to see the results.

[@BillStevens]

This man knows lighting!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you, Bill. I really appreciate the feedback. Please let me know what you think of other videos in my playlist.

[@MikeJamesMedia]

Excellent, Ab. Thank you!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you Mike.

[@MikeJamesMedia]

@@AbSesayPhoto Details matter! :)

[@younicbic]

Tremendously useful, thanks!!!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you Nic

[@ShadowHeartsFlight07]

i had never heard of feathering before. wish I knew this when I was working for a high end dating service taking dating profile portraits. I was always trying to find ways to soften the light or make the lighting super dramatic for one sexy/moody shot. this makes me want to play with my lights!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

ShadowHeartsFlight07 Im glad you liked it.

[@jshetley2]

Please do the light stand video! This one was great - I would love to learn more about your light stands.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

It's coming. It's going to be a hot one.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Light Stand Video should launch Dec 28th.

[@pattymattes7124]

Ab, why do you move the dome down on your light meter? Yes, Stands No Matter What! Thanks for teaching us about feathering!!!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Hi Patty. For me done down help me to better meter the light coming from the light and it helps eliminate light bouncing around from the top and bottom.

[@stevecraig9384]

Thank you for your knowledge and sharing it with us

[@AbSesayPhoto]

You are very welcome Steve. More to come. You can check out my playlist Level Up with Ab Sesay if missed any.

[@stevecraig9384]

@@AbSesayPhoto I most certainly will

[@timd4524]

" Stands, no matter what! ". Thanks for the tutorial Ab.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Already working on it. Excited to share.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Light Stand Video should launch Dec 28th.

[@panchoi1453]

We need more ab

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Really appreciate it Pan. There is definitely more coming.

[@MundtStefan]

I'm a little bit confused, to create a sliver of light, could you not use a strip box instead? This is an honest question and I appreciate you answering it. Thank you

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Hey Stefan You can absolutely use a Strip softbox, and now I wish I demoed one here because you can feather it as well. The goal is to be able to achieve different styles of light by not just sticking with the traditional 45-degree angle, but experimenting with using any source that you have. It is not about getting a strip of light, but controlling the edge of the light source. This a really a great question.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

More questions like this! I love it.

[@MundtStefan]

Thank you for the answer 😁

[@AbSesayPhoto]

@@MundtStefan it my pleasure.

[@photo2000]

feathered octa umbrella vs octa softbox with grid 🤔. great comprehensive review!!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Depends on the umbrellas. But I wouldn't feather the octa with a grid past 90 degrees. The Grids are designed to eliminate edge spill with is what we are going after. But you'll still get interesting light.

[@photo2000]

@@AbSesayPhoto oh... i was just posing the different options... grids kinda help solve the background spill... but the feathering does that PLUS changes how light hits subject... different tools for different effects 👍

[@AbSesayPhoto]

@@photo2000 I love posting more tips in the comments. Please keep them coming. I think people get the opportunity to learn more. I LOVE IT!

[@josephchan4198]

Thanks for having the class. A lot of great tips.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

You're welcome. I'm always happy to share.

[@MusicJunky3]

Outstanding clarity of teaching!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you MusicJunky3. That really means a lot.

[@mrg6424]

Great video!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you Mr G.

[@MartinV.]

Great Video!!!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you.

[@abittwisted]

Yes, Stands, no matter what. I have had some fun with the feathering techniques I learned awhile back. Works best with my huge umbrella.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Nice! A bit Twisted Id love the see the results. Are you on the Adorama discord where you can post images.

[@abittwisted]

@@AbSesayPhoto No. I'll go check it out and get back with you.

[@abittwisted]

@@AbSesayPhoto Discord Tag?

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Light Stand Video should launch Dec 28th.

[@inovartesmedialdainovartes2041]

Incredible video 😎👌🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿💯💪🏿🔥💪🏿🔥

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you! I truly appreciate the feedback. Many more to come. I have a playlist on Adorama TV with other videos as well.

[@testimony-]

Great video!!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you George. Really appreciate that.

[@mariaht764]

This was dope, thank you so much for making this! I'd love to see a video on stands and on flags too. Looking forward to seeing more of Ab!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Hey Mariah, you are very welcome, and thank you for the kind words. Im working on the stands video, and if you check my Playlist on AdoramaTV I have a video on Flags, nets and scrims. Ill be using them in future videos as well.

[@carlasmanyhobbies24]

Stands no matter what

[@AbSesayPhoto]

I'm already brainstorming it.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Light Stand Video should launch Dec 28th.

[@carlasmanyhobbies24]

@@AbSesayPhoto looking forward to it! Merry Christmas!!

[@deanrob9]

Excellent video! Thank you! Very comprehensive information with clear visuals and theory!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you Deanrob9

[@malithchathuranga1403]

Great content.. Can you do a video on Short side lighting. I see more drama

[@AbSesayPhoto]

I think of how to incorporate this into upcoming videos. Short lighting can be very dramatic. I do like it a lot.

[@RichsBrainless]

nice dude

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you Rich

[@vincentobi8114]

Hey Ab Sesay I am Vincent from 🇸🇱, amazing subject you covered here . I have always been trying to feather my beauty dish which actually never got me the results I wanted so I stopped using it . Guess I am going to give it one more try . Really learnt a lot from this video .

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Great to hear from you Vincent. Thank you for the feedback.

[@billjohnson3323]

stands

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Its coming!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Light Stand Video should launch Dec 28th.

[@justmebriiiii]

Ab is the best in the game!! Thanks for taking the time to educate us

[@AbSesayPhoto]

You're welcome! Its my pleasure Briana

[@atogweoghieaga2205]

Your videos on lighting are totally on a different level, both from a technical standpoint but even more importantly, from 'how to use' point which is so invaluable. Guess you have opened our eyes to the importance of experimentation

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you, Atogwe. This makes to so happy to hear. Really appreciate the feedback

[@AlexLopez-iy4by]

Thank you for great demo! Nice looking images. The feathered BD gives you a nice looking hard light.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Yes with the beauty dish you start using light directly from the bulb.

[@timkaiser385]

Love to see you use grids as well

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Great feedback. I wouldn’t go past 90 degree with a grid. It cancels out the edge of the light by a great deal.

[@kizzywilliams7604]

He is right. This is the most detailed video on feathering light.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you Kizzy Williams

[@GarenMeguerian]

Outstanding tutorial.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you Garen

[@scottgraham6717]

Wow! Clear, concise, and incredibly useful content. Many, many thanks!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you Scott

[@sezair0]

I now know how it works. Thanks

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Glad I could help Pir

[@matthewalexander8752]

Despite me being ‘old school’ in the studio…..Feathering is a fairly recent technique for me- Your demo of this is second to none!! - If I could subscribe then I could specify you Ab as a choice! Let’s hope Adorama makes more use of your talent!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Matthew that really means a lot and I truly appreciate it.

[@filibertkraxner305]

I learned stuff today 👌. I especially loved the gaffer tape on the reflector to kill the second shadow: now I have another use for it! About those light stands: please give us all of your levels on that topic, especially booms.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you, Filbert. A light stand video is definitely on the way.

[@arangodan]

I have a challenge using a Softlighter in a home basement studio with 7 foot ceilings. Light goes everywhere. Would some duvateen taped to ceiling help? Just embrace the space and figure out how to use light bouncing around to my advantage? Help us small studio space guys!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Hi Dan, yes if you are able to blackout the ceiling that will definitely help. 7ft is low. But for beauty, if your subjects are sitting down it will help get some of that height back. But yes also embrace the space. With a 7ft ceiling, you can get some great soft light bouncing around.

[@marygrentz3951]

Thank you Ab! Really well covered and presented.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you Mary. I really appreciate the feedback.

[@haraldniederstatter4068]

Thanks a megaton for these clear explanations, and yes: lightstands - no matter what :)

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you Harald. Lightstand video is coming.

[@haraldniederstatter4068]

@@AbSesayPhoto I have to thank you Ab! And the lightstands video coming is very good news! The list of Thank Yous is ever expanding :)

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Light Stand Video should launch Dec 28th.

[@jamesgolando8862]

Great video and tremendously helpful. It would be great to see how the modifiers are set-up relative to the models, distance, height etc. Thanks again!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Your very welcome James. The lights are about 6ft positoned about 2-3 feet infront of her at a 45 degree angle away and I have the light source about 6ft hight so to center is just above the models head.

[@peturpoulsen5175]

Stands no matter what

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Its coming for sure.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Light Stand Video should launch Dec 28th.

[@KonoBoyFilms]

Ab, with another one! I really like the way you approach and break down a given topic. Thank you for this detailed lesson on feathering. Oh, and by the way... Stands No Matter What. :) Keep up the excellent work, sir.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you Samuel.

[@StevenSmith-nq5xe]

Fascinating video. And yes, a tutorial on light stands please!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you Steven, and the light stand video is in the works.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Light Stand Video should launch Dec 28th.

[@danbrowning2418]

You are truly a master. Thanks!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

I hope I can fill those shoes. Thank you Dan.

[@paulhills1967]

Brilliantly demonstrated. Thank you!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Really appreciate it. Thank you paul.

[@donswitzer54]

Very informative, definitely make one more mindful in choosing a modifier pertaining a particular photo. Although you lightly touch on it , there’s more to explore on fall offs… Well done 😎

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you Don!

[@willcadena]

@Abs amazing as always!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Means a lot coming from you Will. Really appreciate it brother.

[@adithyansv1304]

Stands no matter what

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Absolutely they are coming.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Light Stand Video should launch Dec 28th.

[@henryIRL]

Stands no matter whatttt!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

It's coming! Comments like this help me justify it.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Light Stand Video should launch Dec 28th.

[@olausdiebrink7089]

Thanks, Ab great info shape light, ps in other bts saw you used some old light sources , maybe a special about it ?

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Hey Olaus. Your Welcome, and thank you for the great feedback. Hmmmm can you let me know what the time code was for the old light source? Was it this video?

[@VictorAffaro]

great video, thanks

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you VIctor!

[@martindrazsky7451]

Finally a clear and accurate explanation, after listening to all the KZbin "experts" who talk about feathering producing the "softest light". Also very important advice regarding flags and pointing the soft box up to reduce light level on the model's body. Thank you.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you Martin. This means a lot. Really really appreciate you for the feedback.

[@eddychan2487]

Love to watch this video, simple yet informative!🙏🙏🙏

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you Eddy. I have a playlist on here as well with similarly styled content.

[@chrislucibello8067]

Thank you for this video!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Your are very welcome Chris. Glad you like it.

[@tdadelaja]

Do you have any in-person workshops coming up anytime soon?

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Probably coming in October in the NYC Area. Follow me on Istagram @absesay_photo for updates.

[@Kresho.]

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Love it!

[@alun7006]

Thank you for sharing your expertise, Ab - you really are setting an incredible standard for photo education on YT. Masterful!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Thank you, Alun. I really appreciate it.

[@lisaspics1127]

Stands no matter what!!!! Great video.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Its coming! Input like this helps justify it! Thank You, Thank You, Thank You!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Light Stand Video should launch Dec 28th.

[@SZ-bi1vk]

stands please.

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Only because you said please. LOL! Its coming.

[@JN282]

Fantastic! Thank you!!!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

You are very welcome! More to come.

[@arangodan]

Stands no matter what

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Its coming! Stand No Matter What! Let's Go!

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Light Stand Video should launch Dec 28th.