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p.13 #1 · new one light setup

All were taken a couple a months ago with a 580ex off camera using cord, program mode with -2EV.

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Dec 20, 2008 at 03:44 PM

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p.13 #2 · new one light setup

Selfportrait, done with the 17inch beautydish with gold reflector on elinchrom style 600rx, rather close.

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Dec 20, 2008 at 04:08 PM

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p.13 #3 · new one light setup

First time outside with my wl1600, Vagabond II, and 24" apollo. Trying to channel a little onelight flavor...

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Dec 21, 2008 at 03:28 AM

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p.13 #4 · new one light setup

^^^ Great colors and balancing against the ambient. Was the dark halo around your head on #3 and 4 due to PP?

Dec 21, 2008 at 05:31 AM

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p.13 #5 · new one light setup

Thanks much! I am psyched that my wife would deal with the colder weather to do some shots. I think the halo is some ghosting - those were at a pretty slow shutter (nearly dark) and it was windy. The post probably just made it pop a bit more. After a whole lot of bare speedlight off camera this summer, I am really starting to appreciate the look from a softbox - nicer for sure. But I guess it is a trade off - better IQ v. quicker setup/less gear.

Hoping to do a bit more like this over the winter/early spring...

Dec 21, 2008 at 05:53 AM

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p.13 #6 · new one light setup

You might want to pull out some umbrellas and run some comparisons--For what you posted, you can get the same results with less setup time using an umbrella. And the Vagabond makes a great sandbag for when you're outdoors as long as you keep your umbrella size under 32''-ish.

Dec 21, 2008 at 05:58 AM

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p.13 #7 · new one light setup

A few more. Late night, went to the store for flowers and got fruits instead. Have lots to process. Uh..Midi Octa and silver reflector. D

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They lose detail downsizing...look great in print

Cheeers,
Thomas

Dec 21, 2008 at 05:58 AM

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p.13 #8 · new one light setup

bacilonur wrote:
You might want to pull out some umbrellas and run some comparisons--For what you posted, you can get the same results with less setup time using an umbrella. And the Vagabond makes a great sandbag for when you're outdoors as long as you keep your umbrella size under 32''-ish.

Cool, thanks much! I have a small umbrella, but I am planning on adding a larger one before long. And, the vagabond did a nice job as a sandbag, though not quite enough on it's own when the wind started gusting.

Dec 21, 2008 at 06:02 AM

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p.13 #9 · new one light setup

One Deep Octa with inner diffuser in front of the model pointing 45 degree downwards. And I think we had a Sunbounce reflector under her to bounce the light under her chin a little.

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Dec 21, 2008 at 10:44 AM

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p.13 #10 · new one light setup

Very nice Dean. Beautiful simplicity. Very well balanced - all of the setails of the scarve, etc. are perfect.

Dec 21, 2008 at 02:04 PM

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p.13 #11 · new one light setup

Here is a recent attempt of mine. Taken with one 580MKII speedlite into a white umbrella. I was trying to emphasis the tiara while retaining a dark, moody look while at the same time convey a regal ambiance. Back to the drawing board! - Thanks, BLR

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2. - My poor attempt at a profile

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Dec 21, 2008 at 02:20 PM

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p.13 #12 · new one light setup

mmurph wrote:
Very nice Dean. Beautiful simplicity. Very well balanced - all of the setails of the scarve, etc. are perfect.

Thanks

Dec 21, 2008 at 03:53 PM

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p.13 #13 · new one light setup

Here's a no light shot...

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50D @ ISO 12,800 light from headlight bounced into make-up mirror...

Merry Christmas

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Dec 21, 2008 at 04:18 PM

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Dec 21, 2008 at 04:32 PM

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p.13 #16 · new one light setup

Call me a contrarian but I really don't see the point of this exercise or the notion that using one light is a purer or simpler form of lighting.

Chuck,

I doubt anyone will disagree with you. In fact the purpose of this exercise is to show that if you think about what you are doing, you can accomplish a great deal with very little. Starting out with photography I thought you needed tons of lighting to get the job done. Instead, I learned that you only need as many lights necessary to accomplish the task at hand. I have much to learn, but threads like this coupled with your comments have really opened my eyes to what can be accomplished when you keep things simple.

Just my two cents.

Cheers, BLR

Dec 21, 2008 at 04:38 PM

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p.13 #17 · new one light setup

cgardner wrote:
Call me a contrarian but I really don't see the point of this exercise or the notion that using one light is a purer or simpler form of lighting.

I agree Chuck. But it is still a great thread. Any excuse for folks to share work is fine, beginners or experts, good or bad, all part of the mix.

Use the right side of your brain too and enjoy!

Best,
Michael

Dec 21, 2008 at 05:54 PM

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p.13 #18 · new one light setup

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Dec 21, 2008 at 06:08 PM

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p.13 #19 · new one light setup

I enjoy the simplicity of one light
Sorry its a baby picture but its what I shot today. Maybe I'll have some kittens to post later.

AB something or other, Q39, 5D and 70-200 (early christmas present)

Dec 21, 2008 at 06:38 PM

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p.13 #20 · new one light setup

mmurph wrote:
cgardner wrote:
Call me a contrarian but I really don't see the point of this exercise or the notion that using one light is a purer or simpler form of lighting.

I agree Chuck. But it is still a great thread. Any excuse for folks to share work is fine, beginners or experts, good or bad, all part of the mix.

Use the right side of your brain too and enjoy!

Best,
Michael

So who is going to start a TWO light thread? Never hurts to have a different style showcased.

Dec 21, 2008 at 07:15 PM

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