SHOOT YOUR FLASH WITHOUT LOOKING!

In this video, we make you a FLASH MASTER! Perfect for weddings, parties, clubs, and events, this technique will allow you to use your flash in quickly in the heat of the moment.
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[@kona_sam_808]

I have watched many videos on flash and I go away from it frustrated. You broke this down so simple yet super informative. Your sense of humor is the best!

[@ogonzilla]

Glad it helped! Practice is the key!!

[@anthonyalongi3432]

Not a flash person - always been intimidated. This was, by far, the best and clearest explanation I have ever heard (or seen)! Thank you!

[@darrenleigh201]

Yes, well done Omar!

[@lulubarrera3650]

LMAO!! This is the funiest and most easy to understand the concept.. I am a visual learner, and this tutorial made my day!! I am going to watch it again just for fun.. Well done, 😂😂😂😂😂

[@TheTamdy]

I must be honest, it's the most exceptional photography tutorial I've ever come across, seamlessly blending learning and laughter into a single experience 😄👍👌👏

[@chinovantage]

This is Gold Omar!!! I used these techniques in my event shoot tonight, and my confidence level went through the roof! I was hyping groups while taking their photos, and I got more "peak moments" than I ever dreamed off 🎉

[@SheriffKlein]

I hereby declare Omar Gonzalez the best tutor EVER! 😌 Omar, you're able to make complicated things simple and does that with a great sense of humor. Thanks. Again!!

[@3DimeMedia]

You're naturally funny lol, and a great teacher.

[@3amAfterlife]

I like how you explain the practical side of things, like actually what do you do when you're in the thick of it. Thank you so much! I was the lady fiddling with her flash last night at my first attempt at event photography lol. I usually do landscapes and studio portraits and other things that aren't so on the fly

[@marieelaineechano9085]

this video is informative, great for beginners, and actually fun to watch 😊

[@vladavdeev2182]

Thank you for being so generous with your knowledge Omar. You have the best photography channel!

[@Eli4Bill]

One of ‘the’ best descriptions on how to properly expose subjects with flash (manual) I’ve ever seen. Thanks!!

[@gustavolopez5403]

You saved me from agony. Thank you for this tutorial. I’m a food photographer but a client asked me to shoot an event and now I can go in with confidence knowing actually what I’m doing. A pleasure to watch this video!

[@andreasbuder4417]

I kinda do this differently, because I rely on auto exposure very often. I usually set the flash ttl metering between one and two stops lower than my ambient exposure, so it is both on Auto with the set difference. I then use the excomp-dial for ambient exposure and the flash dial for needed difference between ambient and flash exposure. Less control but more flexibility when switching rooms or when suddenly the lights change. Canon does a great job with auto everything, other brands less so. Thanks for your tutorial!

[@clarkconway8796]

NO! Your NOT nervous, because in your room you practice with a dummy! 🤪 Funniest and most helpful video I have watched in a long time.

[@emilienguyen4252]

Oh my god, this video is incredible Omar. Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge with so much humour. I laugh at all your videos !

[@MaunoKoivistoOfficial]

Oh wow, this is actually a super useful way to conceptualize flash settings. Very well done!

[@JonathanBarrientos]

Best video I've seen about flash. Thanks for the tips. Really clicked with this one.

[@greenvgx96]

Excellent video!!!

[@michelle_pw]

This is the simplest explanation of how to use a flash. Thank you! Now it’s starting to make sense. Until now I’ve avoided taking pictures of people indoors. Maybe now I’ll give it a try.

[@gmquiroa]

Love the videos, one of the best videos explaining flash along with your other videos as well. Thank you.

[@Emenyk147]

U are Phenomenal... wow... didn't feel like it should end ...thanks for the tutorial, very useful

[@the13thhour64]

Pretty good explanation/demonstration

[@OliviaMPhorography]

I wished I found you before I shot my first event at a small space with black ceilings and one white wall with windows 😩. You are a great teacher.

[@karlahammarlund7768]

Wow! I would never have thought to do that. Thank you for this tutorial:-) Great Teacher.

[@MatthiasGarner]

OHHH MUH LORD this was tremendously helpful. THANK YOU OMAR

[@BykerMyk]

I love this guy, everyone else is like a robot even if their content is good, the guy knows how to entertain as well as inform… Bravo 👏

[@Dustyphoto915]

The best part of this is that he is being literal about the dancing over to the subject. 😂 The topics get my attention, I stay for the enthusiasm.

[@phrank808]

As a event photographer i totally agree. Like Omar said, look how's the light around to get the moody environmet and then set the flash to manual. All these new modern TTL flashes haven't given me any improvement which works for me in nightlife / dark environments. I use an old Nikon flash (SB-800) which does the job a nd has not so many settings to mess around. As seen in the video the flash bounced back from the ceiling and fives a soft light. that's good in locations with not so high ceilings, but this doesn't work in big dark clubs. you can use a little refector, or plastic softbox / cap on the flash to get a more soft light.

[@ChuckSeayII]

Good stuff! Great teacher! Thanks for sharing!

[@danwildersaidso]

I have been practicing and I commend your way of teaching. Makes it easy for people like myself with short attention spans to stay locked in!

[@tomki6asp]

You are a very good teacher

[@Deminimis2]

Aieee. I had to watch again. I was laughing so hard I missed parts of it. I wish you were my teacher growing up.

[@atom7nine]

You're absolutely fabulous 🤩

[@chocolatejellybean2820]

relatable and good from theory to practice of engaging the subject. 🎉

[@leeslens]

LOVE YOUR WORK!!! This is a fabulous tip. Thank you so much Omar, game changer!

[@adambomb8841]

Just bought a strobe now I am going to get a flash...your event and club photos are the best I have saw on yt this is how I want to shoot. thank you.

[@TaylorMclawhorn035_]

I don’t even do event photography but I absolutely love this and I’ll use it when partying with my landscapes 😂

[@grassIand]

I don't even shoot parties but I enjoyed every bit of this video

[@davidcolephoto]

Hilarious and helpful! Thanks, Omar!

[@warrenbutler7747]

What a great video so good!! Funny, informative..and learnt so much in just that short space of time thank you so much!!! 👍🙂

[@412foto]

incredible video! look forward to using this at an event this week!

[@timrosenthal46]

Amazing ! You are the best !

[@Gevothay]

Thanks man! You are truly awesome Sir Omar 😊🤙

[@sadwitness866]

who wants to see Omar doing stand up comedy ?

[@markm83]

"Best In Class" explanation of "Stops" and "Clicks"! I will never achieve your level of proficiency with a flash, but it's nice to see that it can be done. Thanks for sharing your experience and knowledge.

[@TheKometsvball14]

Love your energy, great video! 💜

[@PavelHoloubek]

OK, you are superhero for many not flash person 😂😂. Thank you for your content 👌

[@TeraAtomic]

Fantastic guide, thank you!!

[@ykgb6784]

you save me, literally

[@carlosmolina8859]

Amazing as usual, great video

[@osirismarcune7380]

Thank you very much for your explanation you are the best!!!

[@3arbix]

U have a grt sense of humor 😂 keep going

[@NECHOLA]

Oh em gee. I just LOVE your videos, Omar!!!! You teach so well…the beginner (me!!) can totally understand what you are saying and doing without a lot of technical speak that confuses and loses someone new to the game. Your humor is a plus, I haven’t watched one of your videos yet without laughing right out loud. Thank you so much!!!

[@rosed3167]

I just subscribed! You are an amazing teacher and extremely entertaining! I love your videos!

[@ZayebistyMariusz]

Wow :D With this advice Im not only less scared about weeding in next month but! You helped me with decysion what flash to buy :D

[@SmudgerPhotography]

By far one of the most straight forward easy to follow and most useful flash video !! ROCKED IT Omar

[@jeromeperry3524]

Amazing tutorial sir.

[@philippevovan]

Great video! I’ve learned here. Really fantastic!

[@Bartek_Hurko]

loving this tutorial :) btw nice dance moves 😁

[@mulienegaa9688]

Thank you for the clear explanation of how the flash works! Your instructions really helped me better understand how to use this feature for all people specially for having English as a second language. again!

[@Hammy1088]

I love your videos! I learn alot from you. Thank you.

[@donaldbradley278]

Great video and message Omar!

[@ManishSharma-pp2oh]

Thanks . these r great tips. Post more on flash photography

[@xmay4444]

Hey Omar, this video is fantastic!! I’ve always been afraid to use flash at any family event, but I used your instructions from here and did an event, and boy!!! I’m so happy with the results. Combined with a larger flash bender, I managed to get more decent images than not. Many thanks.

[@vance_white]

HighLarius and edumicational all at the same time! :D🤪

[@aaronduran2525]

Wow out of all the videos I’ve watched this one is by far the most helpful. Thanks

[@CLEF4RD]

the coolest, funnier, bald and good looking youtuber guru you are bro.....keep it up!

[@HumoraraS]

Omar for president! :D

[@grumbirky]

You're very silly. I like that. I also like this vid, I love taking dance floor shots so the part at the end about not fiddling with setting while you're talking to people really resonated. Cheers!

[@LCM94120]

Awesome fun here and now I get flash. You have the latin sense of humor 🤣

[@2triangles]

you're the best bro

[@chrismcphee2060]

Great point!!!

[@asp5993]

This is absolute gold.....

[@tourinojacks5844]

Yet and still another great flash Event Photography video! You are quickly becoming my favorite photography influencer. GREAT vid, bro!

[@bossjeevlog]

ONE OF THE BEST EXPLAINATION !

[@chandreshjoshi9661]

Amezing technic..

[@Bonjurro]

Everyone does luts or presets Omar should be releasing his sick dance beats. 😀

[@akalli]

Loved this! Glad my subjects are typically mountains and flowers, but this makes me want to throw a party and hire you to come shoot (in Colorado), because you're so much fun. Thanks for the quickie tutorial on flash photography. 📸

[@thenexthobby]

Great video! And ... 1) If the room lights not at 5600K or whatever, you'll probably want to gel your flash so that matches or at least gets closer. 2) The reason why TTL isn't used is because every new person with a lighter/darker shirt, or the DJ lights, will create different flash exposures instead of consistent ones based on distance.

[@pdirestajr]

Love your videos like this! So practical and simple. 👏

[@EnriquePalacios-v1j]

Que grande Omar!! What a great way to explain people how to achieve their goals in photography 👊

[@FerencBirosam]

Omar that was soooo helpful and goood

[@robertosalinas891]

this man is a genius

[@hyde_official]

that's youtube, entertainment - but you learn. lol. thanks mate!

[@EbillsTV]

Omar you have me cracking up man I love your work brother you helped me get better with my event photography I’m down by Atlantic City would love to be a second shooter for you one day let me know brother it will be an honor 😄

[@imadkhamato8106]

Vzry helpful ! Not boring at all watching the full video ❤❤

[@padre4785]

6:08 I love you for this

[@1BigBucks1]

The real secret to Omar's success... he got moves y'all 🕺

[@SamGrimes93]

Brilliant Omar. I love how much practice you put into your craft, and how well you know your tools. Such an asset to aspiring photographers!

[@FernandoSLima]

What cool vibe... I just watched 2 times and made my day better.... :D I have a event tomorrow btw.. Thanks.

[@ogonzilla]

damn, thanks! Made my day. :)

[@nuchythomas]

Love how the way you to explain ❤ funny but full of knowledge. 🙏🏻

[@luistorres255]

Amazing!!!

[@jayeshsmith]

Great tutorial man!

[@morchedlafferty8614]

God, you're so funny. I always enjoy watching your vids!

[@glecas]

Oh man, I love this! It makes me laugh at the same time as learning valuable stuff! Thank's Omar! Loved it!

[@bob8499]

Thanks a lot. Great video. It'll sure help a lot 😎

[@GilbertSandoval]

Nice Tutorial, you gained a subscriber. Keep it up....

[@tedk2814]

I gotta say you must be a fantastic event photographer! You make it look like fun and the guests want to see that. Thanks for the tips.

[@LGPhotoArt]

You are one of the best youtubers, funny and informative!! Well done, thanks for sharing your tricks of trade.

[@thinkbear]

You know, I’ve loved watching your Fuji camera videos for your sense of humor and your awareness of the absurdity of it all. But I really love this video and would love to see more like it. I knew all this flash theory and I’ve taken my fair share of flash photos of total dummies! But your advice on how to work the exposure triangle and respond to changes in the room organically and how to connect with people and stay human and draw a genuine awakened moment out of someone so that you can make a picture of it is pure gold. Thank you!