Intro to Studio Lighting

Up your photography game in Intro to Studio Lighting! Learn how to manage lights and modifiers in this beginner course.

Understanding that lighting is essential indoors, you now know that it can ruin your shot if not lit properly or make a significant difference. Not only can you flatter who or what you are shooting, but you can alter the feel of your portrait by changing your lights. You have the choice of a light, cheery portrait or a serious and dramatic look just by your studio lighting. Understanding and knowing how to light indoors gives you control of what you want to achieve.

Once you develop a taste for indoor photography, it is only a matter of time before you want a studio lighting setup of your own. A studio setup can be anything from a few table lamps and a spare sheet for the background to an elaborate multi-flash system. This class helps students learn which light sources and materials are appropriate for the studio photography they anticipate.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

In this course, students learn fundamental lighting setups and familiarize themselves with the lights, light modifiers, and why we use studio lighting. In class, students perform several live lighting plans and explore the technical and aesthetic results of each. The instructor provides hands-on instruction, and students understand the importance and methodology of studio lighting to achieve image goals. Students leave with the necessary knowledge to explore lighting equipment for the studio and other learning objectives and will be ready to shoot indoors with studio lighting.

TOPICS COVERED

• 1, 2, and 3 light setups
• Essential student lighting equipment
• When and why to use lighting modifiers
• Thinking light and how to make creative and technical choices

MATERIALS NEEDED

• DSLR Camera and 1 or more zoom lenses
• Tripod (optional)

QUALIFICATIONS

• Beginner to Intermediate
• Have taken Digital Photography for Beginners or equivalent

INSTRUCTOR

David LaNeve, CPP