Still life photography lighting techniques

Studio lighting a still life subject to invoke mood narrative and emotion.
Using three Profoto studio flash units and a little smoke I’ll show how to create a classic image of an egg.
Plus, some tips and tricks in Photoshop to help things along a little.
I'll use a Canon DSLR tethered into Capture One to show you the iterations from basic image to completed photograph.

[@MrFidelis1971]

The greatest teacher I ever met! Thank you!

[@CameraClubLive]

You're very welcome!

[@frankieg7575]

Subbed, what an excellent video demonstration of lighting technique. I'd love to sit down and have a chat about some control elements just for my further & better understanding. You remind me of a teacher/lecturer I once had in my college days. (Electronics) Tremendously worthwhile and helpful. Thank you!

[@CameraClubLive]

Awesome, thank you!

[@TheGGPROD]

You are like one of these amazing hiding local restaurants, non touristy but the best...thank you, subscribed!

[@CameraClubLive]

Thank you! 😃

[@paddlespaz123]

Love seeing your process of breaking each light into a single aspect. I don't do much studio work, and I never would have thought of that. Thanks for sharing with us.

[@CameraClubLive]

Glad it was helpful!

[@teresamoore6125]

I just started watching your videos and l have learned so much from you! Omg! You are amazing! Please make more videos.

[@CameraClubLive]

More to come!

[@stefanl.4956]

Although it was in a foreign language for me, I learned quite a lot. Thank you. Well done!

[@CameraClubLive]

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[@boceskia]

A real tutorial, with everything one needs to do something similar. You habe my sibscription and looking forward to those other interesting videos.

[@CameraClubLive]

Glad it was helpful!

[@andrina-travel]

It's great to see all the process from the beginning. Thank you!

[@CameraClubLive]

My pleasure!

[@ApolloJuniorFilmUnit]

Very useful video and much better prepared and presented than many other photo videos on You Tube.

[@CameraClubLive]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Kevinacharles]

Brilliant tutorial. Very clear and concise. Thank you very much!

[@CameraClubLive]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@seamusreid4615]

I am TableTop leader at the Richmond and Twickenham Photographic Society, and now, after Covid-19, we are starting to get back to action, but more project led than members doing their own thing. It's a very well explained tutorial, and thanks for your inspiration. I have quadra lights but also access to other fixed cable elichrome light too.

[@CameraClubLive]

If you would like me to do a talk/demonstration for your club let me know.

[@大伟申]

its so cool and i finished keep on watching frombegining to ending ，great vide and thanks

[@CameraClubLive]

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[@TV-yv6xf]

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[@CameraClubLive]

Thank you! 😃

[@davecarrera]

What a wonderful walk through. Many thanks for sharing and I wish you well

[@CameraClubLive]

Many thanks!

[@TheSpitfire10]

Excellent video, I have a clear understanding of the light positioning and construction of the image . Thank you

[@CameraClubLive]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mariomifsud1302]

Very interesting tutorial in which I have learned a lot as still life is my favourite subject.

[@CameraClubLive]

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[@literallyshane4306]

really good tutorial and explanation, thank you

[@CameraClubLive]

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[@mc3905]

Great presentation .a very detail of step by steps on lighting

[@CameraClubLive]

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[@shopobjetdart]

Enjoyed this presentation... tinkering is a great way to learn...

[@CameraClubLive]

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[@janua231]

Hi from Indonesia, new subscriber here. i really enjoy the way you explained, great video quality also. I'll be watching your other video for sure!

[@CameraClubLive]

Thank you

[@christinecroucher56]

I found your video very helpful. And your teaching clear an easy to follow. Thank you so much. I've subscribed to the channel, will be checking out your other videos and look forward to seeing your next one. I'm new to both still life photography and lighting. I've bought some lighting gear and am now working hard at learning how to create interesting images.

[@CameraClubLive]

Glad it was helpful!

[@pauldarville3843]

Informative video, thanks!!!

[@CameraClubLive]

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[@michaelgibbons199]

Fantastic video and great gear but wow when you only have a camera and a torch this is all way above my level.

[@CameraClubLive]

Have a look at this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/sHbcq5SPaM1pfpY I will show you how to get creative with stuff you will find in your kitchen. I’ll demonstrate how to paint with light using nothing more than a small torch and how to use an old plastic bag as an effective light modifier. All within the confines of the kitchen.

[@RajbirSingh-os1gr]

Excellent presentation.lighting technique explained nicely.Thanks.

[@CameraClubLive]

You are welcome!

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[@CameraClubLive]

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[@rorero1962]

Very well explained, thank you Sr.

[@CameraClubLive]

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[@tititj]

Hi , just discovered your channel and it is great and very informative and helpful. Would you be able to share where do you get the gel sheets from and what coe is that blue sheet you have used in this video ? Many thanks.

[@CameraClubLive]

The filters are from Lee filters leefilters.com in the UK. The blue filter used was a Lee 120 Deep Blue. Thanks for watching.

[@donikacapi8707]

this was really great! thanks

[@CameraClubLive]

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[@gary.kenyon]

Brilliant 😊

[@CameraClubLive]

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[@denguedenguedengue4061]

Thank you

[@CameraClubLive]

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[@JulesMoyaert_photo]

Dear Sir, Thank you very much for your impressive demo! I learned a lot in the build-up process. Just a quick question: why don't use a light meter to minimize the number of tests? Thank you, again!

[@CameraClubLive]

Using a tethered camera into a calibrated monitor gives a far more accurate result than is possible with a light meter.

[@JulesMoyaert_photo]

Thank you!

[@just_me8389]

Great tutorial.

[@CameraClubLive]

Thank you!

[@davidrothstein3661]

The first rule of photographing eggs is to be sure to use a hard-boiled egg. Great video. Thanks.

[@CameraClubLive]

Yes! Thank you!

[@priscillaknight4678]

Gold!

[@CameraClubLive]

Thank you

[@FaddyVFX]

hello!!!! really loved your vedio!!! can you please share the the values that you used? i would love and use it for myself. thank you for good content!!

[@CameraClubLive]

The values I used will be largely irrelevant to anyone else because flash energy, for example, will be dependent on the exact placement of the light and efficiency of modifier. To reproduce my result just build up the image one light at a time the same way I did. If you don't tether the camera then you can get a fair idea by looking at the back of the camera.

[@recnepsyarg]

Very helpful thank you

[@CameraClubLive]

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[@CecileNoldus]

thank you very much!

[@CameraClubLive]

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[@CengizKarakus]

Thank you Sir...

[@CameraClubLive]

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[@hussam889]

thank y very much

[@CameraClubLive]

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[@chriscard6544]

a Master

[@CameraClubLive]

Thanks for watching.

[@jonj.j.williamsonphotograp175]

Hi there. Great video. Are there cheaper alternative's to the Pro Foto b1x that I can buy which do the same? I'm using soft boxes at the moment with 135w bulbs, and a single camera flash. I am though interested in this light as it really does produce some nice effects. :)

[@CameraClubLive]

You could try this The PIXAPRO CITI300 PRO it's about £420 www.essentialphoto.co.uk/product/citi300-300ws-portable-battery-powered-flash/

[@nickfanzo]

I’ve been a street photographer for years. Outside, natural light, small camera, take a shot of things that excite my eye and done. Lighting seems daunting to me, and another world, but I want to get into still life. It’s a whole other animal. Now what about clam shelling? Etc

[@CameraClubLive]

There is more to it than clam shelling, have a look through the rest of my videos to make studio lighting less daunting.

[@nickfanzo]

@@CameraClubLive great thanks

[@charleswatson97]

What kind of room lighting do you have. How you does this effect the subject. Thank you.

[@CameraClubLive]

The house lights are daylight balanced LED. Like most domestic and commercial lighting, they are not designed for photographic use, therefore exhibit a colour cast. It is very difficult to take this out of the final image.

[@leelsw]

Could you please advise me on where i can get the gel sheets from? Thank you

[@CameraClubLive]

Wex Photo Video stock Lee gels and do a Rosco kit, link below www.wexphotovideo.com/search/?q=Rosco+Cinegel+Filter+Kit+20x24inch&search_type=All

[@jaruka8913]

what software do you use for tethering?

[@CameraClubLive]

Capture One

[@mikeknapik6746]

Great video!! I tend to be inspired by what you do. However, on a personal note and just because I like to ask this type of question. What is your back ground? A LOT OF "nit-not" info isn't necessary, nor really personal info. Just the basics please.

[@CameraClubLive]

My background is in technology. I find photography is a perfect mix of technology, physics and art. Thanks for watching.

[@mikeknapik6746]

@@CameraClubLive thank you!

[@เชนไกรนุกูล]

Thankssssss

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[@scottca9780]

This is very useful, though I was creeped out by that girl in the background staring lifelessly at me.

[@CameraClubLive]

Glad you liked it

[@FoxxTickles]

What am I losing out on if I buy a cheap ($100) lights instead of the more ($500) and most expensive ($1200) flash units? Thanks for uploading! I'm inspired and educated by your content. You should consider posting the gear you use through the amazon affiliate program.

[@CameraClubLive]

The main thing your losing out on is consistency, but also stable colour temperature and short flash duration.

[@FoxxTickles]

@@CameraClubLive thank you so so much. I think I'll start cheap (maybe a speed light and a remote) and when I begin to notice its failures, I'll upgrade. I'm very ready to begin experimenting with flash thanks to your videos!

[@onkelsort5381]

I would give you two thumbs up, so I'll throw in a comment instead. And a 🥚👌

[@CameraClubLive]

Thank you very much thanks for watching.

[@trouty2115]

First thing I would have done is got my light meter out🤭set my lights to the right power, then tweaked.

[@CameraClubLive]

Don't use or need a light meter as I use a tethered camera and a calibrated monitor.

[@Dogdogdoga]

Thank you

[@CameraClubLive]

You're welcome