How to use a REFLECTOR the right way! STOP using REFLECTORS to make bad outdoor portrait lighting

[@sixcycle]

I'm a Zombie Portrait Photographer and I find this video offensive.

[@theJoeEdelman]

OMG Moto_rider - I am so sorry to hear that you have succumbed to the Zombie ways. TWO suggestions for you....1. Subscribe to my channel - I'll help you come back to the independent thinking side of things. 2. For additional help - visit www.zombiephotographer.com and be sure to digest as MUCH of the material that you find there as you possibly can. It will take you several days - but it is the first step to recovery!

[@sixcycle]

Thank God! I didn't realize there was a cure! Let's just hope the Umbrella corporation doesn't find out! (See what I did there? Umbrellas. I'm so smart.) Joe, I love your videos. I'm currently working with a one light setup in my home, and I do have a reflector like the one you flip at the beginning of this video. You're absolutely right - the bottom placement of the reflector just makes things worse... I've been experimenting with mounting white/silver umbrellas with no speed light onto a stand, and positioning them so as to use them as reflectors to fill in light where there's lots of shadow. So far I've had interesting results, and I think it's a great way to use umbrellas even if you have no direct light (such as from a speed light) coming through/at them. Maybe try it in a future video? :) Cheers, and please keep up the excellent work.

[@eglevaleikaite2022]

🤣

[@ZaaM1]

Rofl

[@sherfreelancer6531]

hahahhaha

[@AllgoodthingsTv]

I've been taking photos for over 20 years and while I can't recall ever using the lowered, angle up technique, I definitely don't recall telling anyone to hold the reflector up high and angle down either. I just adjusted the reflector until it have me what looked like good lighting. Just goes to show, you're never too old to learn something new.

[@wolfhounds1]

I'm glad I stumbled across this video. As an avid landscape photographer I've been wanting to venture towards portraits. I've seen many popular KZbin photographers demonstrating the use of reflectors.I am not impressed with the finished results. Unflattering and unnatural shadows. I've also seen videos with photographers carrying thousands of dollars of lighting gear with 4 assistants to get photos that are mediocre at best. I will definitely take your advice to heart. You make perfect sense.

[@FireAngelOfLondon]

You have a great knack for explaining things clearly and concisely. I've seen longer videos that explain less and do it less clearly.

[@theJoeEdelman]

I appreciate your kind words and comments FireAngel Londoner! Be sure to subscribe so that you don't miss any videos.

[@FireAngelOfLondon]

Oh I already did that, I've been learning from you for a while. Can't practise much at the moment as I am ill and spend a fair amount of time back and forth between hospital and home. A few more months and I shall be out taking pictures more often, visiting doctors less.

[@theJoeEdelman]

Awesome FireAngel Londoner! Be sure to join my Facebook group - and I will look forward to your new photos. facebook.com/groups/ispphotographers/

[@orange42]

Probably the best 2 second intro in the history of youtube

[@theJoeEdelman]

LOL orange42 - thank you! Be sure to subscribe so that you don't miss any videos!

orange42 I agree

[@maisbruh]

I'm so late to this video, but I learned so much with these tips. Thank you so much for this!

[@ALTMED]

I'm convinced. Thank you

[@theJoeEdelman]

You're very welcome Faisal Almaiman! Thanks for commenting

[@gertleroy]

thanks for this video. SO you need a 2nd person to hold the reflector. What if you are shooting alone, vlog style? You're outside, no stand to attach the reflector on. What tips do you have when you shoot alone? camera held in front of you

[@curtisjudd]

Really useful examples. Thanks for this!

[@theJoeEdelman]

You're welcome Curtis Judd I appreciate the comment!

[@smaemc]

Have watched several of your Videos now. Must say that they keep your interest while imparting information and thus teaching . Thank you.

[@theJoeEdelman]

Glad to hear it! Thanks for commenting cheryl cooper!

[@7xchad]

Gold reflectors at head and shoulder level are wonderful when shooting dark skinned subjects, but other than that, I agree with you

[@agylub]

So few you tubers know as much about photography as they think. This guy is the exception. Brilliant.

[@jimfachini1635]

Palm to my forehead (as in "I could've had a V!")! The way you explain light & the way we humans subconsiously percieve light makes so much sense! As so many others in this community, I appreciate every thing you do for those of us willing to not only learn, but are willing to be taught. I'm thankful that you love your craft so much that you're willing to share your knowledge & expertise. Thank you, Joe. You truly are appreciated!

[@theJoeEdelman]

Thank you Jim Fachini! I really appreciate the kind words!

[@makalu69]

You are pleasure to watch Joe... you explain things well and with a pinch of humour. Good job!

[@theJoeEdelman]

Thank you makalu69! I really appreciate the kind words!

[@fineexposure]

Joe! Thank you for posting this video. I've been seeing not so right way of lighting technique by some youtuber photographer. They use expensive camera, lens and other equipment and misuse of the cheapest equipment produce not so great images. I think photography technique starts with eyes, brain and experience.

[@theJoeEdelman]

Well said Fine Exposure! Thanks for commenting!

[@dlavigne56]

Good video, Joe! Nice to see that not everyone in the USA has abandoned science! A photographer friend lent me a reflector a while ago. I took an immediate dislike to the gold side...and subsequently purchased a white/silver reflector that I much prefer.

[@theJoeEdelman]

Thank you David Lavigne!

[@wahabdilawar]

1st of all... I like your shirt A LOT. I would have asked for it IF I could wear it, which I can't because of our body type difference...lol. 2ndly...after almost all of your tutorials... I can't help but think that why I didn't (or couldn't) think of that? I mean...AFTER your short lecture...it all seems so simple and obvious. Of course...that keen eye and observation needs to be developed over years of experience. I am learning so much from you. I have a reflector/diffuser set and I have never used it. Now I will definitely practice reflecting and diffusing with it...keeping in mind...never to use the golden side. Thank you very much for your time and effort.

[@theJoeEdelman]

Thank you for the kind words Wahab Dilawar!

[@MrJeanunes]

can't believe this guy shares all this stuff for free. Thank you very much!

[@theJoeEdelman]

I appreciate your kind words and comments Jean Leal!

[@cleverja]

Wow I learned a lot in 8 minutes. Thank you!

[@francesca.prandelli]

Simply the best. Clear, direct and professional. Thanks

[@theJoeEdelman]

You're very welcome Francesca Prandelli! Thank you so much for the kind words!

[@SirDoctorofTardis79]

Your videos always make me so happy, Joe. Thanks for continually pushing us to get better at our craft. (Or less "badder")

[@theJoeEdelman]

Thank you for the kind words TechSponge ! Be sure to subscribe so that you don't miss any videos!

[@kristianmn]

HAHAHAHA! I JUST did it the wrong way yesterday! Thanks, Joe, now I get it! Great video series! I plan to watch and learn this weekend!

[@theJoeEdelman]

Glad it helped Kristian Niemi!

[@JuanLopez-oz9kh]

Joe this is why you are a Teacher and a PRO, THANK YOU!, yes, many KZbin (PRO) photographer that i do (yes do follow) place their reflectors beneath the subject eye level . We, the armatures community dont know any better and we believe if the professionals are doing it , it must be correct, Many thanks for clarifying it and by Keeping it simple stupid concept of yours.

[@theJoeEdelman]

Thank you LIllyman JPL! I really appreciate the kind words and comments. For that reason I will forgive you for subscribing to another photography channel on KZbin!?!?!?! 😜

[@JuanLopez-oz9kh]

LOL

[@khaledmamah3572]

Thanks so much for the explanation. I'm gonna shoot with a reflector for the first time tomorrow. I'm grateful for the advice. I hope we create something great.

[@D-Professor]

Excellent. I don't think I've ever heard it explained or illustrated this way.

[@theJoeEdelman]

Glad you enjoyed it David Fraser (PhotoSophistry)! I appreciate the comment!

[@DivisionStreetDrums]

Such a great video, short and packed with information and instruction. Thanks Joel

[@theJoeEdelman]

You're very welcome Thomas Knipe! Be sure to subscribe so that you don't miss any videos!

[@JurgenSchlei]

Didn't know this! But I knew there is something wrong with my images! Now I undestand what it is. Thank you Joe!

[@theJoeEdelman]

Awesome Jürgen Schlei ! Glad to have provided that "aha" moment!

[@bthurmond]

Thank you Joe. As always, excellent, professional advice delivered without silliness with an abundance of good humor.

[@theJoeEdelman]

You're very welcome Bob Thurmond! Thank you so much for the kind words!

[@edwardgill1042]

Another great video, short concise and to the point. Personally, I think the practice is sloppy bad habits. The reflectors I have used in the past have been strictly general area fills, usually around -1 stop and always white to avoid mixed color cast. Changing to a key light is a completely different ballgame involving careful attention to direction, color, and intensity, which I personally find difficult to control with just a reflector. Great points on the "tattletale" shadows on the edges of clothing. Once one gets used to checking these details they get obvious. Often stated but worth repeating, great video!

[@theJoeEdelman]

Thanks for the kind words Edward Gill! You make a great point - "habits" Getting in enough practice to create good habits - goes a long way to eliminate faux paus like top shadows.

[@mariobravo8253]

Always appreciate your methods and professionalism.. love your channel

[@theJoeEdelman]

Thank you Mario Bravo! I appreciate the kind words and support!

[@haseebimranLM]

thank you SIR i bought my reflectors today ...u save me from making the mistake i was dead set on making *hold reflector below the model*

[@theJoeEdelman]

You're welcome Haseeb Imran I appreciate the comment!

[@MsFredien]

Thank you Joe. You made it clear for me why I don't like the eyelighter from Westctt. Gives that weard catchlights in the eyes as well., from below.

[@theJoeEdelman]

Thanks for commenting Ineke Mighorst. The eyelighter is a cool modifier... when used properly.

[@Mienien]

Thank you Joe, but I always see the catchlights in the bottom of the pupils. Can you show me an example which is great? I like this light on the face but not the catchlight.

[@theJoeEdelman]

Sure Fred Ineke - I don't own one and have never used it. That said - a reflector, is a reflector, is a reflector - at the end of the day you MUST pay attention to the light. Here is an article by Neil Van Niekerk and he shows numerous examples where he has used it to enhance the lighting on the subject - bring life to the eyes - all without creating an unnatural catchlight. neilvn.com/tangents/portrait-headshot-photography-studio-lighting-eyelighter/ Could the same thing be done with a different reflector - sure - so its all a matter of preference - but still comes back to understanding and paying attention to light.

[@michaelshort2388]

Thank you, Joe! Loved the video. I have an outdoor shoot coming up and I haven't used a reflector all that much in the past (I have always just worked with the sun) but I recently bought one and am going to be using it on this shoot.

[@theJoeEdelman]

You are very welcome Michael Short! I appreciate the comment!

[@adeoguntolasolanke-oguntol5108]

Each new video is a reminder that I still have a lot to learn. Thanks for this great video.

[@theJoeEdelman]

You're very welcome ademola solanke and don't worry about the learning - that is part of what makes the journey fun. The day we stop learning is the day our work is officially no longer relevant. Thanks for commenting!

[@Impostertot]

Thank you for this thorough explanation. I was going to disagree with you up until you differentiated the use of reflectors for fill light. It would have been useful to see your outdoor shots done with the gold reflector and then with a silver or white version. Still the angle made all the difference as you stated. I too remember Peter Gowland! Finally, nice ninja-like moves on the opening sequence! That was a mini-tutorial itself on how to pack away the reflector. As always, informative and fun!

[@theJoeEdelman]

LOL - Thank you Impostertot and thanks for the suggestions!

[@olosjoe7520]

Thanks Joe. I found it very useful as an amateur photographer.

[@theJoeEdelman]

Thank you! Olos Joe Glad you enjoyed it!

[@VincentDP]

First time viewer... instant like!

[@theJoeEdelman]

Awesome wan77ted ! Be sure to subscribe so that you don't miss any videos!

[@williamgallagher5655]

Joe Edelman same here first time viewer and hit subscribe and like right away, great video and really helpful, look forward to watching more thank you so much,

[@drmelissawest]

Thank you so much! I have seen the light! :) :)

[@behnamtavakolzadeh3502]

To be honest, this is the best video explained reflector and how to your them with reason and facts I have seen so far on YT. and the way you teach that so simple and understandable is awesome. thanks Joe for great work.

[@theJoeEdelman]

You're very welcome Behnam Tavakolzadeh! I am glad that you found it useful. Thanks for subscribing! It's great to have you along for the ride!

[@markharris5771]

You always make such good sense. You also have a great a model, how many beautiful young ladies will let you purposely take an unflattering photo to prove a point? A brilliant, logical video.

[@theJoeEdelman]

Thank you Mark Harris! I really appreciate the kind words!

[@corriman]

Hey great video Joe! I've certainly been guilty of this sin. You examples and explanation are fantastic. One thing I would have liked to see are the side-by-sides of the lower and higher level lighting. I could tell a definite improvement with the change, but I think this would really help me see the full atrocity of unnatural lighting angles in comparison. Thanks again!

[@alb4758]

Great video! I was concerned about looking dorky with the reflector above my helper's head, but not if I can flip it open like that! Anyone who sees the 'behind the back' flipping it open trick first, won't judge if it goes overhead next! The cool factor is already achieved!

[@theJoeEdelman]

LOL - just don't let anyone watch or record while you practice the trick Al B! Trust me - it looks like the definition of dorky when you are chasing that reflector all over the place! 😎

[@anzaeria]

Those portraits you took with the reflector held at a high angle looked beautiful. Though as I don't have any assistants, how would I position the reflector in the same spot and keep it there?

[@thebigladshomecooking2948]

Great tip and lesson Joe. Love your- easy to listen to and understand videos. Thanks

[@theJoeEdelman]

I appreciate your kind words and comments The Big Lad's Home Cooking!

[@philindeblanc]

your awesome video brings up a important question....what are some useful ways to prop up reflectors above head when you don't have an assistant?

[@theJoeEdelman]

Glad you enjoyed it Phil Indeblanc! I appreciate the comment! The easiest plan is a decent light stand and reflector holder and a good sandbag helps. I am a big fan of the Calumet Zipdisc Holder amzn.to/2hNRCB9 and I would recommend a slightly heavier stand: 7.0-Foot Heavy Duty Light Stand amzn.to/2gLlxfu and sandbag: amzn.to/2hwJ2rf

[@4pitoune]

Joe Edelman I have the Lastolite Trigrip, it is very fun because I have no assistant. I have my Dslr in one hand and the Trigrip in the over

[@timnguyen4494]

Awesome for a beginner learning how light works! thank you!

[@theJoeEdelman]

Glad you enjoyed it Tim Nguyen! I appreciate the comment!

[@Mickey58D]

Thank you, Joe, for a very interesting and informative lesson! In my studio, for portraits, I use a reflector mounted on a lightstand opposite the main light source, and behind/off axis the model's far shoulder. It does work. However I'm going to try and angle the reflector a little higher and see if there's a marked change. Also, I'm going to try a less reflective material to provide a little fill under the models chin (another reflector, using white as opposed to silver or gold. I think that would work without being too overpowering. You have another sub! Happy shooting all! x Many thanks, Daz (London UK)

[@theJoeEdelman]

Thanks Darryl Davey and THANKS for subscribing - great to have you along for the ride!

[@garfield4108]

Really interesting. Love your videos Joe. Informative and serious,yet delivered in a fun way. Keep 'em coming!

[@theJoeEdelman]

I appreciate your kind words and comments garfield4108!

[@hansellancephilippe4075]

The design of your clothing is WOW

[@georgemead652]

Great video. Very enlightening for someone just getting started on portraiture. Thanks

[@theJoeEdelman]

Glad it helped George Mead! Be sure to subscribe so that you don't miss any videos!

[@groominator-magneticequato7195]

"This video isn't about looking cool", oh but you do Joe! I enjoy your presentation and enthusiasm! I've nodded off trying to follow most other lighting instructor vids.

[@codenamebravo2212]

Ha ha today I photographed a family member outside in fairly bright sunshine, but when I got my son to put The reflector below her she kept squinting ha ha and all my shots could have been better if I had not used the reflector. All of them in Lightroom were unusable due to horrible shadows in weird places. I've learnt my lesson and all from you, I've subscribed cheers.

[@theJoeEdelman]

Thanks Codenamebravo and THANKS for subscribing - great to have you along for the ride!

[@RunNGunPhoto]

*I like the way you think Joe! I use the bounce side for filling shadows (below) and the reflector size for a fill light.*

[@AllyMchume]

good stuff here, I'm a first time viewer and liked it

[@theJoeEdelman]

Awesome Ally Mchume! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@drnasseemmaloufphotography5062]

Captivating Joe. It’s in the “why”. Thanks for the science and physics explanations👍

[@juanbrezzo5380]

Very fun & useful advices ! Thanx a lot for sharing !

[@theJoeEdelman]

Thank you! Juan Brezzo Glad you enjoyed it!

[@screechez]

Going to invest in a reflector thanks to you. Got into photography 4 weeks ago.

[@theJoeEdelman]

Awesome Screechez! Thanks for commenting! Do me a favor.... if you are passionate about photography and really want to learn... spend more time using the camera than you do on KZbin! KZbin will not make you a good photographer. You Tube is a good resource - but to learn photography - you have to go and take pictures and make LOTS of mistakes.

[@screechez]

Joe Edelman You are right! Usually spend more time messing with my camera settings but I needed to know how the reflector worked effectively! And it was worth getting

[@peterbrock77]

Very well explained. i use a meter in the studio and had to go through a lot of what you demonstrated on my own. Your video was very helpful.

[@theJoeEdelman]

Thank you Peter Brock! I appreciate the comment.

[@ericvicaria8648]

I've been an avid amateur photographer for several years. Lighting has been such a difficult subject to find reasonable information on that I haven't used a reflector at all. Thank you for showing clear examples to contrast the effects of low and high angle. This definitely gives me principles to use to get started with a reflector.

[@theJoeEdelman]

You are very welcome Eric Vicaria! I am glad you enjoyed it!

[@Brunomills]

I like your explanations. clear and simple. gets the important information delivered. subscribed.

[@vangelaobli]

I was planning to buy a reflector when I bumped into this video! This is cool! 😀👍👌👏 Liked and subbed

[@theJoeEdelman]

Thanks vangelaobli and THANKS for subscribing - great to have you along for the ride!

[@MrDarling1000]

I may or may not have been guilty of this. ;-) Thanks for sharing! I enjoy your delivery and personality. I just Subscribed.

[@theJoeEdelman]

Awesome Jim Darling ! Glad to have you as a subscriber! Don't worry - we have all been guilty of this mistake at some point.

[@mybellalove]

Hi Joe! I just discovered your channel and instantly fell in love with the way you teach. I learned sooo much from you in half an hour than anywhere else on youtube! Your time and effort is greatly appreciated 👍 Subscribed! You have a new follower :)

[@theJoeEdelman]

Thanks lin lin and THANKS for subscribing - great to have you along for the ride!

[@nmelcam1]

I missed you excellent tutorials. I know you are an Olympus Visionary, but these tutorials are the ones that put you among the best teachers on KZbin. Hope to see more of these in the future :-)

[@theJoeEdelman]

Don't worry Nestor Camacho I've got more tutorials coming soon. Thank you for the kind words and stay tuned!

[@SkiRinkevicius]

I was an assistant to one photographer last summer and he asked me hold reflector under need as key light, when I told to him it looks not natural he was angry on me and any way I had to do it in him way. I know it he is not right but he did not want admit it. Any way most of photographers dose mistake like this.

[@theJoeEdelman]

Unfortunately it is scary how many people insist on placing the reflector below the face Skirmantas Rinkevicius. Thanks for commenting!

[@39zack]

Skirmantas Rinkevicius and a lot thinks it is right too. I have always thought then I gave seen it that that way is wrong. Unless you are making a horror image

[@YashicaMat]

Unfortunately, as an assistant, you often have to do things the photographer's way, even when you know they're wrong. The time to discuss things like this is before or after the shoot, never while subjects and clients are on set.

[@SkiRinkevicius]

Try Harder​ I did all what he asked me. We had a chat separate from customers I respecting he's work and he but if some one see you mistake and trying help to you, you can't be arrogance against him. Lol 😁

[@ktbeatty]

If you're an assistant for a photographer, don't challenge them or suggest they're "doing it wrong." Your job is to assist, and unless they ask your opinion, keep it to yourself. When you're the photog, you can do it your way. You have no idea what the photographer's vision is for the shoot, and aren't in a position to correct them.

[@Mrcherrardcohen]

Another winner! Thank Joe the video is cool!

[@theJoeEdelman]

Glad you enjoyed it Cherrard Cohen! I appreciate the comment!

[@AliceAndTheWalrus]

"...or look cool while you turn them into zombies." hahaha, your killing me! So good! Just found the channel, love your work!

[@theJoeEdelman]

Thank you for the kind words Alice and the Walrus ! Be sure to subscribe so that you don't miss any videos!

[@amyb3585]

Another great video, Joe. I've never seen the example of showing the light going in a 360 degree circle around the models face (like you did). That was genius and really helpful to understand different directions of light. You're becoming dangerously close to becoming my favorite KZbin er!

[@theJoeEdelman]

Thank you for the kind words Amy B ! Be sure to subscribe so that you don't miss any videos!

[@alb4758]

Good video. Too bad I didn't watch it before spending the afternoon blinding my kid with a low gold reflector at the park... One question: is there ever a good reason to bend the reflector, or should it always be used flat?

[@clydew2357]

Joe, I always enjoy your video's and always learn something new. You have a real knack not only showing the How but also the Why. Thanks.

[@theJoeEdelman]

You're very welcome Clyde Wurster! Thank you so much for the kind words!

[@augustuscolumbano]

Wow, I learned a lot! This 8-minute video will save new photographers like me!

[@theJoeEdelman]

Thanks Augustus Columbano and THANKS for subscribing - great to have you along for the ride!

[@EsaiasP]

Thanks, this helps me a lot. I am one of those who thought it must be placed low. He, he. I am so humble.

[@theJoeEdelman]

LOL Esa Peltola - it is good to be humble! 😎 Thanks for commenting!

[@Wonderhussy]

you're adorable!! I'm just an amateur freelance model, but have learned a bit about lighting from watching all the photographers who shoot me...and I agree with this video 100%! Next time one of my clients tries to light me from below........I'll keep my mouth shut, because no matter how much better I think I know.. .it's all about letting the client think he knows whats he's doing 😜

[@theJoeEdelman]

LOL Wonder Hussy - Thank you for the kind words!

[@coeburnett]

Yes! When photographers hire you to model, they will in all probability get offended if you make any suggestion, regarding their "craft". And that's too bad for them! LOL! One reason for that, is the photographers ego. All of us photographers should think about our percieved mindset. That's a good description; Mindset. The other reason is when they hire you, they are not necessarily one of your "Clients" as if you were cutting their hair, or mowing their lawn. Usually, you would be viewed as a much needed, temporary employee. Or at times, both model and photographer would be Equals, if it's a collaboration! That's my favorite! Both should have equal input in this case. i.e. Art project. Finally, YOU could hire the services of a photographer, to take your portrait. In that case, you would be their client. But, I'm not saying there is NO situation where the photographer would visit you as a "model" once in a while, and they would be your viewed as your "client".

[@nickyandersonuk1]

Again Joe you've enlightened me I guess it a journey, in which we can improve our skill and knowledge in photography.

[@theJoeEdelman]

A journey it is Nicky Anderson! Thanks for subscribing - it is great to have you along for the ride!

[@ToreHansen]

Finally someone that put a bad habbit to sleep. Hope everyone see this one !!

[@theJoeEdelman]

Glad you enjoyed it Tore Hansen! I appreciate the comment!

[@ericb2775]

incredible ! It seems so natural ! Why I didn't think about it before ? May be because I was not watching to good channel ! Thank you Joe for this tremendous video ! I like it, I like your job, I like your explanations. Thank you so much

[@theJoeEdelman]

Glad you enjoyed it Eric B! I appreciate the comment and the kind words!

[@29chhangte]

Me too, i don't like golden reflector

[@Argyll9846]

Very instructive video Joe. When you sit down and really think about the direction the main lights coming from, it's really just a matter of applying common sense, which these days isn't all that common..

[@theJoeEdelman]

Agreed Nicholas Fox! Thanks for commenting!

[@gregorysargeant6305]

You got me Joe, I thought all reflectors were fill lights with outdoor light always coming from above what else could a reflector be unless your at a sandy beach or the reflector is translucent in order to reduce sunlight.

[@theJoeEdelman]

Indeed Gregory Sargeant, they are are fill lights... until they aren't! Once the light from the reflector overpowers the ambient light on the face - it becomes the key light. Thanks for commenting!

[@Ch0pj0b]

Used a gold reflector one time. And got a good result. It was camera left 2 f stops lower than main light far from the model. Gave it a sun set look. Haven't used it since.

[@theJoeEdelman]

Awesome shannon howard! Thanks for commenting!

[@YoungBlaze]

vote no: on Gold reflectors

[@theJoeEdelman]

👍👍👍YoungBlaze Of Chitown

[@thaimm396]

I thought i was the only one who don't like gold reflector. Thank you for the video, very ilustrative. You won a new suscriber ;)

[@UnaformadeVER]

I'm totally trying to do that juggling in the beggining of the video XD

[@theJoeEdelman]

Be careful Una forma de VER!!! Now I am thinking I should of put a health disclaimer in the beginning of the video... something like: "Do NOT try this at home. This is a trained professional in a secure studio. Trying this technique without proper training and safety precautions could lead to frustration, head bumps and seriously embarrassing video clips. No reflectors or photographers were harmed in the making of this video." Ok, I think that should cover it!

[@phatcrayonz]

First time viewer first time commenter. I was happy to of had found this. Thank you.

[@theJoeEdelman]

You're welcome PhatCrayonz I appreciate the comment!

[@wearethefirehouse]

Great energy! Subscribed!

[@theJoeEdelman]

Thanks Firehouse Creative LLC and THANKS for subscribing - great to have you along for the ride!

[@photogol]

Great useful video Joe! Thanks for sharing your knowledge!

[@theJoeEdelman]

You're very welcome golaizola! I am glad you enjoyed it!

[@3-piece129]

Sorry for your frustration. Is that what made you wear that shirt?

[@SDPSeanDoesntPlay619]

I had sort of an unintentional arrival at the same conclusion where I had some shots that had different positioning of the lights and one passed the eye test over the other. Thanks for your more in depth explanation!

[@emilymoore1652]

This is interesting and helpful, but I do have a question about this. You talk about using reflectors for fill in studio but can't you use a reflector for fill outside and use the sun as a key light in certain situations (without diffusion)?

[@theJoeEdelman]

Thanks Emily Moore. I didn't say that you can't use a reflector outside as a fill. The video talks about the fact that most people THINK they are using the reflector as a fill by putting it underneath the subject but unfortunately they are using a highly reflective surface or they have it too close and get this: 4:39 . So yes, you can use a reflector as fill - under your subject - without diffusion as long as you don't let the reflector become a key light. Bottom line - there is no "one size fits all answer". Photography doesn't work that way.

[@YashicaMat]

If you are using the undiffused sun as your main light, how are your subjects not squinting (and hence, looking terrible)?

[@annelisabethcom]

Emily Moore, a white reflector looks great from that angle. Silver and gold not so much.

[@KcAustin901]

BRO!!!!!! You are Soooo Amazing!!! Thanks alot!!! And your style is dope!!!!!!!

[@badboy25ro]

This and the last two videos I have seen are soooo revealing! Thanks a lot!

[@reinaertdevos9396]

Great tip I was also disliking that yellow lighting from beneath and was wondering why. Now I know What to do ☺️

[@theJoeEdelman]

Awesome Reinaert De Vos! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@cool555breeze]

"Causing Retina damage..." ROTFLMAO!!

[@theJoeEdelman]

Thanks for commenting Breeze Smith! 😁

[@samking1930]

Everytime i watch your video i learn something new....will definitely follow this advise...thank you!

[@KenTheoriaApophasis]

ROFL ROFL , i know who youre talking about in this video. wink wink wink Haha!

[@theJoeEdelman]

I have no idea who or what you could possibly be referring to Theoria Apophasis! 🤥

[@johnraequial885]

It hurts but what matters is, I learn something better. It is always best to listen to pros. Thank you for this video.

[@johntedonneraipasmonnom713]

How to wear a SHIRT the right way! STOP wearing ridiculous SHIRTS to make bad indoor portrait videos. (The video was cool, I just said that for the fun of it) (Your shirt is ridiculous though)

[@wgiles51]

I'm with you, Joe. I've never liked bright gold reflectors. For the most part, I don't like shiny silver reflectors. Soft silver or white produce the most flattering light.

[@theJoeEdelman]

Thanks for commenting Bill Giles!

[@motasim01]

Mr Joe. Thanks for very good teaching for me and bigginers .

[@theJoeEdelman]

You're very welcome Motasim Momin! Be sure to subscribe so that you don't miss any videos!

[@silverdoggg]

wow... learn something new everyday. Thanks Joe!

[@theJoeEdelman]

You're very welcome silverdoggg! Thank you so much for the kind words!

[@babarzaman4586]

Eye opener for most of the photographers... thank you so much joe