Video Lighting Tutorial (Video Lighting for Beginners!)

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[@DebzLife]

Thank you Chris Martin, Very Cool. 👏👏

[@FreyaMila]

DebzLife as a huge coldplay fan I was thinking the exact thing! haha

[@janaarnaouty7825]

YESS as soon as I opened the vid I thought he was Chris Martin 😂

[@yasaminb8767]

Thank you for the useful tips. I have three points tights. The lights are higher than eye level as well. But my subject has dark shadow. Could you please tell me how to set the lights to reduce the shadow. Thank you.

[@danielatomescu3487]

Cheers for the Video clip! Excuse me for butting in, I am interested in your initial thoughts. Have you tried - Piyason Videographic Ventures (probably on Google)? It is a good one of a kind guide for creating your own viral video without the normal expense. Ive heard some extraordinary things about it and my friend Sam got astronomical success with it.

[@rosminantia4612]

Thanks for the Video clip! Excuse me for chiming in, I would love your opinion. Have you heard about - Piyason Videographic Ventures (probably on Google)? It is a great one of a kind product for creating your own viral video without the headache. Ive heard some amazing things about it and my friend finally got amazing results with it.

[@setforlifeuniquepersonaltr2926]

I've recently got into filming and video editing, and your content has been far the most informative and useful out of all the KZbinrs out there!

[@sy7860sy]

I subscribed to Justin channel the minute he said "content is the most important thing"...For someone giving a tutorial on style and appearance of the video, this is amazing.

[@NewYorkActingCoach]

Thank heavens! Somebody (at last) who doesn't speak like a machine, and gets everything we need to know said clearly! He should be teaching actors how to speak - ! - truthfully and well. Seriously - thank you. I'm so tired of listening to egotists. John Windsor-Cunningham

[@PrimalVideo]

So awesome to hear it! No problem! 😊

[@fabulousirene]

Great video, I was looking for this topic. I love your videos as always, they are very help❤️

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks LUXURY LOVER! Glad you liked the video 👍

[@LifewithPal]

Thanks for sharing the info. When I started out I found that an LED Desk lamp worked when I was in a hurry. Now that I have a ring light helps along with natural light.

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem! Awesome to hear you've got your lights sorted now :)

[@KirbyNicholson3]

👍

[@iamyevin]

That's good too!

[@JessicaMillerNashville]

Thanks for making your videos simple and doable! It makes it less overwhelming!

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem Jessica! Glad you enjoyed it 😃

[@JayneNicoletti]

I needed to see this. Having some issues lighting a smaller space. I am not crazy about 3 point lighting in videos. Pictures yes. I like the two lights and window set up you have as it looks more natural. I had that in my old space.

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome - it's all about not overcomplicating it 😉👍

[@alexanderlyon]

Very helpful. Your lighting is always excellent. It looks natural and clean. It's all balanced just right. When the sun is coming in the window, to me, it looks extra great.

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks Alex! It's all about keeping it simple 😀

[@soulhugga6391]

Your a champ! Always down to earth and to the point. Cant wait for you to see the channel coming soon thanks to all your help. Cheers mate!

[@PrimalVideo]

Appreciate the ongoing support mate! All the best with your videos 😀👍

[@linakoh4206]

Thank you Justin! Makes sense too for advise on natural lighting .. another keeper for me!

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks Magdalena! Its all about keeping it simple 😀

[@Hughesj80]

Thanks for making it so simple to understand, Justin. Your video was exactly what I needed. Not too in-depth. Just enough for my needs.

[@Dollectable_Dreams]

Instead of telling people what they should do, you show how you do it, which, for some reason, makes it much easier to understand. This is one of the reason I like your videos

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks - so awesome to hear it!

[@VirginiaStockwell]

I love all your videos. You put the subject out there and make it super simple to learn. You're a very good teacher.

[@PrimalVideo]

Glad you like them! Thanks Virginia! 👍

[@drewkocak]

I'm big on filming and editing but know almost nothing about light. 99% of my stuff to date has used the ambient (or simply just outdoors), but this is helping me get started taking my work to the next level! Thanks man!

[@PrimalVideo]

Lighting is an important part so glad we could help! No problem Drew!

[@marshallmoney3401]

That was a great tip about not standing directly under the light ! An the examples of the even light vs harsh shadows in the video are awesome! Thank you! Can’t wait to set up and begin recording my videos!

[@english_with_aga]

I'm just in the process of upgrading my equipment to improve the quality of my KZbin videos and this was super helpful - thank you!

[@PrimalVideo]

So awesome to hear it! 😀

[@joel1974]

Justin never fails! simplicity at it's best 👏👏👏👏

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Came back for a second look at this one Justin. My lighting still sucks but getting better as I experiment more. Love your point about choosing the style you like and it being a choice. No right or wrong in creative endeavours!

[@PrimalVideo]

Nice! Experiment more and you'll just keep improving!

[@LilyMcAllister]

All this time, I'm thinking I need to have a light in front of me for my yt videos. This video was a huge eye opener. Thank you so much!

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem Lily McAllister!

[@GrumpyMansREVIEWS]

This video was so helpful thank you Justin

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome - glad you liked it!

[@basin_natural_capital]

Great tips as usual! Love the tip about keeping the whole set up “up” and ready to go.

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks! 😀

[@AChainofBlocks]

Justin, this was just the info I was looking for! Thank you. Do you have any experience with a ring light, or possibly a ring light and a rear light? Stay safe!

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem! I prefer to stick away from ring lights. Hope you stay safe too!

[@sayogara]

Awesome, cant wait for your next tips :)

[@diogojorn]

Thanks for the awesome video. Made me want to get back to doing my simple videos with my one Led light. It looks OK, but I feel encouraged!

[@DiabeticSavvywithDavisKnight]

Justin, YOU ROCK! Thanks for all the tips, and paving the way for new creators to KZbin!

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem! So glad we can help everyone with their videos!

[@jeffhirschfitness]

Thanks for the info. I was using a direct light and went for more of an angle setup and that really helped.

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem!

[@gingersdollworld]

i use 2 big light box lights for my doll series, but for my how to videos, i use 6 desk lamps, 2 are desktop professional lights, the other 4 are desk lamps i bought at garage sales with 60 watt daylight bulbs :) awesome video and tips!!!

[@PrimalVideo]

Sounds like a solid setup there Ginger's Doll World! 😀

[@JasonSmith-dh3ys]

Great vid Justin, really helpful for me just starting out and always struggling with shadows!

[@amisi95]

Needed this, thank you for the tips :)

[@BoozyMermaidCocktailAcademy]

Thank you for the tips! I have gotten a lot better with indoor lighting, using a lot of natural light has been helpful (just making adjustments to when the best time to shoot is so the light isnt too intense).

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem Rochelle! Yeah you'll definitely need to work out the best time of day!

[@aslinsurance]

Thanks for the tips! Really awesome!

[@TheBrendanLea]

Well done and thank you for your contribution to my education. Keep up the good work!

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks Brendan Lea! 😀

[@MyRealEstateNotes]

Thanks for this. I just ordered my lights having learned from you.

[@PrimalVideo]

Hope the lights go great! 😀

[@JCamFilmmaking]

Thanks for making this, mate! This really clears things up for me.

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome!! 🙌

[@godgift8571]

Thanks! Great recommendations! As I have no pro gear, only cheapest camera and few floor lamps. I will try use it in my next videos. Thanks again!

[@foodfrugal642]

Thanks! We're just getting started... This was helpful :)

[@pok3sl4yer81]

Underrated video!!!! THANK YOU!!!

[@paulchristian1358]

When shooting inside, a lens that allows a wide aperture makes a GIANT difference. You can get away with having less than ideal lighting equipment, and it gives you that nice blurry background.

[@abennett]

Do you know of a great and cheap lens for Canon DSLRs?

[@chriswilson4745]

Aaron - try the canon 50mm 1.4

[@elementarytechie6449]

@@abennett even cheaper - the 50 f1.8

[@abennett]

@@elementarytechie6449 I recently picked it up, but I then learned I need to stand REALLY far away from the camera in order to get my upper half in the shot. Lessons learned.

[@elementarytechie6449]

@@abennett are you using a crop body? or full frame because on crop 35mm equivalent is 75mm not 50.

[@harvestingresults2670]

Thank you Justin for this video for beginners. You have helped tremendously.

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome, appreciate the feedback Roy

[@belalelgendy3712]

Thx a lot Justin for this great tip, i only use natural light. now you encourage me to buy one LED lights.

[@DanielSRosehill]

Thanks for the explanation, Justin. Particularly the natural lightning bit. I've been shooting most of my vlogs (far lower quality than yours) in my home office. I tend to do them in batches in the late afternoon. As the home office is south-facing and the sun is setting across it is leads to all sorts of problems. As you demonstrated, the difference just 10 minutes can make can be pretty incredible. I'm going to take your tip to beef up my artificial lighting so that irrespective of that "variable" the lighting should stay good and consistent. Thank you!

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, Daniel - wishing you all the best! 🙏

[@RandoTechInfo]

Great video. I am a teacher and was looking for something simple to show my students about proper lighting techniques. This fit the bill perfectly. You have a new sub.

[@PrimalVideo]

So glad you like it! Thanks! Hope they like the lighting techniques too!

[@theTSAguy]

This is very helpful. Thank you ssssooooo much for the step-by-step. I just started and im looking to do it right.

[@hafizaizad2312]

Thanks for the tip... really useful for my future video

[@PrimalVideo]

Perfect! All the best with your videos 😀

[@deiulitin]

Thank you very much Justin. I started uploading videos on KZbin last November and one of my problems is that I only use natural lighting (sun), and always tell myself that I need lots of money to have good lighting but I am inspired by this video. I know it will help me improve my videos. Thanks man!

[@PrimalVideo]

So good - great to hear! Good luck with your videos :)

[@OneRollingStone]

awesomeeee!! THANK YOU!!

[@Time2Relax]

Wonderful channel for my new blog!!! Thank you 🙏

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome - glad the videos are helping you out 😀

[@kristamitchell1909]

Hello Justin, I just watched your lighting videos and still have some questions. What would you suggest for live tutoring videos, were the camera would be withing 3 feet from the subject, lots of laminated props (reflection problems), and backgrounds that would include white boards & posters? -I need lighting on the subject, props, & background without reflection or glare. Thanks! -Krista

[@findingyourgoodsidephotography]

This information on video lighting was very great, just what I needed. Thank you for sharing!

[@rjtech1193]

Always a pleasure watching your vids, I have the same lights you use here based on your recommendations in a previous vid...cheers.

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks mate! How are they working for you?

[@thetcmchef]

Thanks for the tips!!

[@mediamannaman]

Good job. Thanks!

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks mate!

[@BhooshanMusifies]

Very helpful.

[@jmdailyinspiration6757]

Thank you for this content. It really gave me the right information I needed right now 🙏

[@KatsuraSunshineRakugoChannel]

Hey Justin you are awesome thank you for all the videos - just setting up livestreaming and your education is perfect!

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem 👍 👍 So awesome to hear it! 😀

[@simransworld6261]

Thank You!! This is SOO helpful!!!

[@blackboardrules1963]

Thanks for the video. I got a lot out of it. I had been told to put my backlight on the ground but I will definitely try lighting from above.

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem! Yeah have a play around and see what works best for you!

[@moniquebowden7944]

You give such great information. Put the lights above the eye level, I live I learn. Thanks.

[@MakeMoneyTrucking]

Again another very helpful video this improved lighting on my KZbin videos already had the lights just needed to know where to position them.

[@PrimalVideo]

So awesome to hear it! 😀Hope you lighting goes well!

[@SoSimYum]

Thank you for all your awesome videos! I currently filming and editing recipe videos for my up coming food blog. So far, I made a few videos and wasn't happy with the result so here I am learning things from the pro ;-). I need lights for both food photography and recipe videos. I don't know if I should get the the 2 lights soft boxes or the 2 YongNuo YN300-Air. I like to YongNuo as they are small and portable, easy to put away. Will 2 YongNuo be enough for food photography and recipe videos. Also, which stands and battery or ac adapter do I need if I buy the YoungNuo. Thanks again for sharing your knowledge!

[@hitgar]

Great video, thanks. Do you have a video on top down lighting? I'm an artist and wanted to setup some lighting to record a table but I'm struggling with hard shadows and when I use two lights I get double shadows. Thanks.

[@hellsdaughter2545]

Oh since u know! How do u hold the camera facing the paper?

[@TimHRyland]

Great video as usual. Any chance you could do one on lighting when using a green screen background. I often seem to get a slight green halo around the foreground subject, and I guess proper lighting would minimise this.

[@EdBwoy]

Thank you very much for the info in the video. The demos really brought the point home. I would appreciate your advice, if you can help. I am working on that point #1 about lighting your subject first. I make youtube videos on automotive DIY & repairs, and quite often I have to do this in my garage. When I make videos outside, the lighting is perfect, but I am not very pleased with the quality of the indoor shots. Most times, I am overwhelmed by the shadows using a light source + my DSLR, and am forced to set the camera down and have to use my phone with the flash on. I have noticed it to be an issue with other larger youtube channels as well, for example when they are working under the vehicle or remove the wheel to work on the brakes or suspension. Are there any pointers you might have on how to properly light up a tight workspace with a lot of reflective surfaces? You can see the 3 lighting scenarios I have to deal with within the first 3 minutes of this example video - kzbin.info/www/bejne/oHeqf6eYmqaZe9U

[@level11audio34]

Thanks Justin! Great video, I really appreciated it!

[@TechnoTunes]

Awesome Video Sir ! Really A Amazing Tips For Video Lighting !!!! ☺ 🖒

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks mate!

[@TechnoTunes]

Justin Brown - Primal Video Your Welcome ! ☺

[@VidActionTV]

I'm always challenged with lighting due to reflections in my glasses. I usually light from the sides. Not pro but it works. I don't currently put lights above because I'm using a glass wall as an opaque background - Dane

[@ConnorWaldo]

HEY!

[@DianeKnaus]

VidiUp If you really want to get rid of the glasses reflection, get some cheesecloth and put it in front of your main light you can drape it on an umbrella it takes the glare off immediately.

[@VidActionTV]

@@DianeKnaus Hi Diane - thanks for the tip I'd never heard that before. I will try it. I've tried some various diffusion types before but not cheesecloth. I will try it. Thanks! - Dane

[@hakuna6887]

@@VidActionTV did it work? i have glasses too

[@VidActionTV]

@@hakuna6887 It works to some degree for me, but I think the angle of the light is the hardest. If the light is coming directly at your glasses, I found cheesecloth is not great. But if it's coming at an angle, it does provide softer light. - Dane

[@AryaKapoor]

Great video! Your videos helped me a lot, gave me an idea what n where I was wrong in making my videos. Thank you. And Dee Nimmin suggested me your channel.🙂

[@michellenance4626]

Thank you. My husband went shopping for canister lamps and bulbs. They work great.

[@sandramcellis8876]

how are they working? Im in a darker lower room.

[@lowbar77]

Thanks for a great basic tutorial on this. I am always challenged by getting the lighting correct. Keep up the great work.

[@PrimalVideo]

Glad to hear it's helpful!

[@johnwagemann8578]

Thank you!

[@FoodFitnessAlways]

Thanks Justin, appreciate your in-depth, easy-to-follow videos as always!

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem!

[@rollonfood]

hey great advice.. i plan on getting a couple dedicated cameras. some of my filming will be done in my kitchen where i have two overhead bulbs. are there certain bulbs that will be better than others? these are bulbs with no shades. the just poke out the ceiling tiles?? thanks in advance

[@carmennoemiguzman9873]

Hey Justin, I really appreciate your info. I purchased the mic you suggested.

[@powerfuleric7398]

I love what you said the CONTENT is the main thing, don't let lighting stop you. Awesome advise thank you.

[@PrimalVideo]

Great - no worries!

[@CookingwithShereen]

Great video! What temperature lights do you use for your ceiling high hats? Are they LED? What temperature? I currently have incandescent and I think that’s why my videos look orangey. It’s been a struggle to figure out. Your help is greatly appreciated.

[@PrimalVideo]

The lights in the ceiling are LED and they're cool white, around 5000-5400k

[@CookingwithShereen]

Justin Brown - Primal Video thank you for your reply!

[@RicardoYamaguchi]

Really helpful explanation! Thanks!

[@susieyoon404]

Very helpful. Thank you, Susie Yoon

[@MissUnderstoodasAlways]

❤️👍🏽great tutorial ty

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks Nichole Diaz! 😀

[@brownpunk1794]

Hi,great vid..need your advice please, i plan to do KZbin guitar covers using a c920 webcam,i know there are just SO many lighting options but for the sake of simplicity what would be one item you recommend first for immediate results,cheers!

[@nathanmusson4529]

always good JB. simple & easy

[@SteadFastLifestyle]

thank you so much for your videos, they are SUPER helpful. I'm not sure how you only have 200 likes! you definitely deserve more! it helps me greatly with my channel.

[@RitchieRosson]

Brilliant video. I love your lighting Justin.

[@PlanetImo]

Thanks!

[@ScottKilmartin]

Thanks mate, getting set up your vid was perfect at explaining what and why re lighting.

[@PrimalVideo]

So awesome to hear it! Good luck with the filming!

[@hedgehogenglish]

Thank you so much! I'm looking at buying lights and am glad you recommended one in the video!

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome - glad you liked my recommendations.

[@engineroombusinessinnovati5265]

Fantastic information - thanks for sharing your amazing experience.

[@VinceBalaNathan]

Great ideas... Thanks

[@stacyverdickcase3343]

Thank you for your videos! Can you share how you would light someone wearing glasses?

[@melaniethompson6353]

Thank you so much for this information, my channel is brand new and I've been really struggling with the lighting. I'm definitely going to try your tips.

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem Melanie - All the best for your channel 😃

[@AmyiReport]

Thank you so much, Justin. My mistake was placing the lights in the wrong place, after I watched your video, my lighting in my mini studio looked much better. Thank you very much!!

[@PrimalVideo]

That's great! No problem Amy!

[@preciouswright2997]

Thank you for those tips. I'm a beginner with actually exploring the thought of making videos of my accumulated true life story thats unequivocally RARE. With that said I do want to look my best.

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome - all the best! 👍

[@karenzimaartist1712]

I loved watching this lighting video and I use your lighting in my own youtube art channel

[@PrimalVideo]

That's awesome! Thanks Karen!

[@KasiaKilartreningi]

amazing, thank you!

[@PrimalVideo]

No worries!

[@thejaniepeters]

This is a great tutorial. Thank you, Justin! I'm adding a link to this video in my coaching program. :)

[@PrimalVideo]

Thank you Janie! I appreciate your support 👍

[@StompDeni42]

Thank you for this video, it was really useful, I am starting my KZbin channel and it was important for me to look it up, I am glad you uploaded a video covering this topic!

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem! 👍

[@StompDeni42]

@@PrimalVideo You are just too nice! :)

[@KalabTempleman]

Great

[@singingnomad5099]

Thank you SO much! You have helped me more than anyone with my new channel. You dont waste time and youre very knowledgeable. You have a great teaching gift. Aporeciate it!

[@PrimalVideo]

You’re welcome - so awesome to hear it 😊

[@loosescrewzzviews]

You have some good tips.

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks!

[@Silverburstnelson]

Thank you very much. The light just above the eye tip was marvelous. :D

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem! 😀 👍