Strobe Or Continuous Lighting For Newborn Photography

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Strobe or continuous lighting for newborn photography.

It s photographer jay p. The best studio light kits make a photographer s life easier whether they re just starting out or are seasoned pros. How i found the best lights for newborn photography. Here s a new 11 minute video in which i compare the pros and cons of strobes vs.

Our goal is to have beautiful soft lighting with soft form defining shadows. The answer to that question has changed over the last near eleven years of shooting portraits in the studio due to changes in technology and changes to my shooting style. Do i prefer continuous lighting or strobes. Ideally a kit should provide high quality pro studio lighting and backdrops be easy to set up and break down and a breeze to transport.

While this topic can get really complicated lisa breaks it down quickly and simply. You have to invest in what works for your budget and your ability. Continuous lighting is created by equipment with the intention of outputting a constant beam of light. Continuous light for baby photography.

Most portrait techniques either require multiple lights or are easier to accomplish with multiple lights. If continuous lights they can be incandescent lamps or leds. Strobe vs continuous lighting is one better than the other for newborn photography. What are the differences between the two forms of studio lighting anyway.

Continuous light or strobes is the first factor. Today i want to show you how to use your studio lighting correctly when shooting newborn babies. You don t want harsh lighting or harsh strong edged shadows but you also don t want completely flat light without any shadows. I shot for years on entry level alien bee 400s and they were great.

Keep in mind i have been a pro photographer for over 12 years and i finally got top of the line strobes. One of the more frequently asked questions i get when it comes to studio lighting is this. Continuous lighting is virtually identical to strobe lighting. Continuous light and conduct some indoor and outdoor lighting tests.

Photography with continuous lights is actually extremely simple and easier.