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Sean Reagan wrote:
Let me know how that goes please! I have a 6 stop ND filter from them as well. I could try that method too.
Thanks planalpha, it went the best it could have. Although after reading this I do like the reflector idea. I need to put mine to more use. I just hate using it because it nearly blinds my subject(s) and makes them want to just quit. I have a YN560-III speed light, but it doesn't have HSS. I'm trying to start up my own photography business and I want to have outstanding work. I've been doing it for a while now, but I'm not to the point of being official just yet. (At least that's how I feel) Do you think I should sell it and get a flash with HSS capability? ...Show more →
I've found you don't have to reflect the light directly back into your subject's face. It will be too much if the sun is reasonably bright. You probably want to have it a little off axis and feather the light on to them. Makes for better light and happier subjects.
My 2 cents about the HSS is not to get too wrapped around the axle about it. Plenty of people do just fine without it. This hobby/business is fraught with the mindset of "buy this to fix that" and it's really all about problem solving with whatever tools you have available to you. Use a scrim, reflector, multiple flashes, open shade, etc and you can make just about anything work. Again, just my 2 cents.
You should post your pictures! We'd love to see them.
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