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Rite Lite LPL1040BX Wireless 40 LED Umbrella Light
$15.00 This umbrella light features forty super bright LEDs. Multiple light settings give you control. Choose white LEDs for regular use or amber LEDs, which reduce the attraction of insects. You can also select the direction of the light output - uplight or downlight. It's battery-operated so there are no wires and no installation is required. Plus, there's no need to be near an outlet!... |
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Streamlight 65018 Stylus 6-1/4-Inch Penlight with Pocket Clip and White LED, Black
$10.89 Compact and lightweight, the Streamlight Stylus is a portable penlight with a high-intensity LED that lasts up to 100,000 hours. It is designed for comfort and durability with a waterproof, machined aluminum case and a pocket clip for easy portability. Featuring momentary-blink and constant-on switches, the Stylus Penlight has different-colored LEDs available (each sold separately), so you can use... |
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Satco S3475 120V 1/Card 250-Watt T10 Medium Base Light Bulb, Clear
$15.95 Requires the Photoflex Adapter E-27 (FV-SKT)... |
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Photography Backdrop Chromakey 6'x9' background
$16.00 This is a professional true green ChromaKey muslin backdrop. Non-glare material. This material is easy to achieve even lighting because it does not reflect light. This is what the pros use when they want professional results. A true green ChromaKey color, factory woven for an even finish. Used in television, video production and digital photography, this is what the pro's in Hollywood use. Up unti... |
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Opteka Pocket-Sized Reference Color & White Balance Grey Card Set With Quick-Release Neck Strap for Digital Photography
$9.95 The color values of Opteka Digital Grey Card set have been tested under varying light conditions and show a high degree of spectral neutrality. Using the industry-standard X-Rite spectrophotometer, LAB values of L* 63.8, a* -1.6, b* -0.4 are measured from the surface of the grey card under D50 standard illuminant. For optimum color correction, the black card achieves truly deep blacks (RGB 16,16,1... |
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PBL Saddlebag Sandbags 4 NEW Sand Bags Heavyduty Saddle BAG Holds 20lbs Weight Bags for Photo Video Studio Stand By Pbl
$16.45 These PBL heavy duty sandbags are professional high quality made bags. Each bag features a unique saddlebag design with dual 9.75" x 8" interior compartments. These bags have two carrying straps, one on each side of the bag, for easy handling. Each compartment comes with double zippers which are oriented opposite to one another. This makes material coming out of the compartment very unlikely. They... |
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Schumacher PP-2200 Portable Outdoor Power Unit
$69.00 The Schumacher PP-2200 Portable Outdoor Power Unit is a portable electrical power supply designed to provide 12-volt DC power, as well as AC power whenever and wherever you need it. The unit contains one built-in DC power socket and two three-pronged AC power outlets fed by an onboard 400-watt power inverter. Additional features include: a 22Ah maintenance-free AGM lead-acid internal battery, bu... |
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Light: Science and Magic: An Introduction to Photographic Lighting
$15.58 An amazing (and some would say magical) resource on photographic lighting that has been talked about in the community and recommended for years. This highly respected guide has been thoroughly updated and revised for content and design - it is now produced in full color! It introduces a logical theory of photographic lighting so if you are starting out in photography you will learn how to predict ... |
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The Photoshop Darkroom 2: Creative Digital Transformations
$16.31 Award-winning photography/design team Harold and Phyllis Davis are back with a brand-new volume in their new Photoshop Darkroom series. Picking up where their best-selling first book left off, The Photoshop Darkroom 2: Advanced Digital Post-Processing will show you everything you need to know to take your digital imaging skills to the next level. Great photographers know that the best images b... |
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Nikon D7000 Digital SLR CheatSheet
$10.95 Handy, laminated, waterproof, short version instruction manuals for on the go. Size 8-1/2 x 11", printed double-sided, folded in thirds. This is a one-of-a-kind CheatSheet for the Nikon D7000 Digital SLR camera. If you own this camera, you know what an amazing device it is. But who can remember all of those functions?? This CheatSheet is like having the manual on a card - but better! It's a conc... |
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ColorVision Spyder2PRO Win/Mac
$249.00 Amazon.com ColorVision spyder2pro is a comprehensive system for professionally calibrating all types of monitors—including front projector displays—and for creating custom printer profiles for any PrintFIX Plus-supported printer. The Spyder2PRO system includes both the hardware and the software to make sure you workflow begins with accurate, on-screen color. The award-winning Spyder2 color... |
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Streamlight Stylus 3-AAAA LED Pen Light
$32.14 Streamlight Stylus: Sleek, ultra - bright lighting you can slip in your pocket... SAVE! Small size, big power! The Streamlight Stylus is so bright you'll swear you're carrying a full-size flashlight in your pocket! That's because the advanced reflector optics and single powerful LED deliver up to 400% more lighting range than traditional penlights. Easily attaches / detaches to just about anything... |
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Contour 3100 Universal Mount Adaptor
$14.99 Now your ContourHD Wearable Camcorder is ideal for your favorite camera mounts. Use the 1/4"-20 Universal Mount Adapter to attach your camera to any mounts or tripods that have their own male 1/4"-20 screw.... |
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Rite Lite LPL1040BX Wireless 40 LED Umbrella Light
$15.00 Ideal for summer parties that go late into the night, the Rite Lite LPL1040BX Wireless 40-LED Umbrella Light attaches to your outdoor umbrella to provide convenient illumination. Featuring 40 bright LEDs, dual-light output, one-touch operation, and battery power, the LPL1040BX lets the fun continue even after the sun goes down.LPL1040BX Wireless 40-LED Umbrella LightAt a Glance:Battery-powered lig... |
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Streamlight 65018 Stylus 6-1/4-Inch Penlight with Pocket Clip and White LED, Black
$10.89 Compact and lightweight, the Streamlight Stylus is a portable penlight with a high-intensity LED that lasts up to 100,000 hours. It is designed for comfort and durability with a waterproof, machined aluminum case and a pocket clip for easy portability. Featuring momentary-blink and constant-on switches, the Stylus Penlight has different-colored LEDs available (each sold separately), so you can use... |
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Photography Backdrop Chromakey 6'x9' background
$16.00 This is a professional true green ChromaKey muslin backdrop. Non-glare material. This material is easy to achieve even lighting because it does not reflect light. This is what the pros use when they want professional results. A true green ChromaKey color, factory woven for an even finish. Used in television, video production and digital photography, this is what the pro's in Hollywood use. Up unti... |
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Opteka Pocket-Sized Reference Color & White Balance Grey Card Set With Quick-Release Neck Strap for Digital Photography
$9.95 The color values of Opteka Digital Grey Card set have been tested under varying light conditions and show a high degree of spectral neutrality. Using the industry-standard X-Rite spectrophotometer, LAB values of L* 63.8, a* -1.6, b* -0.4 are measured from the surface of the grey card under D50 standard illuminant. For optimum color correction, the black card achieves truly deep blacks (RGB 16,16,1... |
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PBL Saddlebag Sandbags 4 NEW Sand Bags Heavyduty Saddle BAG Holds 20lbs Weight Bags for Photo Video Studio Stand By Pbl
$16.45 These PBL heavy duty sandbags are professional high quality made bags. Each bag features a unique saddlebag design with dual 9.75" x 8" interior compartments. These bags have two carrying straps, one on each side of the bag, for easy handling. Each compartment comes with double zippers which are oriented opposite to one another. This makes material coming out of the compartment very unlikely. They... |
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Satco S3475 120V 1/Card 250-Watt T10 Medium Base Light Bulb, Clear
$15.95 Requires the Photoflex Adapter E-27 (FV-SKT)... |
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Light: Science and Magic: An Introduction to Photographic Lighting
$15.58 Amazon Exclusive: A Letter from Fil Hunter, Paul Fuqua, and Steven Biver, authors of Light--Science & Magic, on Lighting Fil Hunter Paul Fuqua Steven Biver We photographers now live in a gadget-based world. If you don’t believe me, just look at the Web or any photography magazine. What do you see but item after item extolling the virtue of this or... |
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The Photoshop Darkroom 2: Creative Digital Transformations
$16.31 Award-winning photography/design team Harold and Phyllis Davis are back with a brand-new volume in their new Photoshop Darkroom series. Picking up where their best-selling first book left off, The Photoshop Darkroom 2: Advanced Digital Post-Processing will show you everything you need to know to take your digital imaging skills to the next level. Great photographers know that the best images b... |
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Beaumont Postmount by Troy Lighting
$296 The Troy Lighting Beaumont Postmount effectively replicates the classic streetlight with its light hanging to the side. The strong, industrial-looking base is made out of solid aluminum and finished in a deep Industrial Bronze. It is balanced by the pale tone and ribbed texture of the Clear Frosted glass shade. Post not included. Troy Lighting, headquartered in California, designs and manufactures indoor and outdoor lighting fixtures, utilizing hand-forged iron and hand-applied finishes to create quality products with high-style appeal. The Troy Lighting Beaumont Postmount is available with the following: Details:Clear Frosted glass shadeSolid aluminum constructionIndustrial Bronze finishIncludes 3" post fitterUL Listed for wet locationsLighting: One 60 Watt 120 Volt Medium Base Incandescent lamp (not included). Shipping: This item usually ships within 1-2 weeks. Dimensions: Fixture: Height 13.75 In., Depth 12.5 In., Width 8.25 In. |
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Nico Wall Sconce by Hinkley Lighting
$85 Clean, crisp lines and muted colors put the Hinkley Lighting Nico Wall Sconce on the softer side of Art Deco design. Features a single tapered rectangular etched opal shade and metal construction with brushed nickel finish. Provides flattering light and style in the bathroom or along a hallway. For a multi-light option, see the Nico Bath Bar. Cleveland-based Hinkley Lighting is driven by a passion to combine design and function to create exceptional lighting solutions. Family-owned Hinkley began as a traditional lantern company in 1922, and, still today, they produce top quality outdoor lighting. Hinkley Lighting has also expanded to include a full range of interior lighting solutions, including chandeliers, sconces, pendants and vanity lights. The Hinkley Lighting Nico Wall Sconce is available with the following: Details:Etched Opal tapered glass shadeMetal accentsBrushed Nickel finishRectangular wall plateLighting: One 60 Watt 120 Volt Type G9 Halogen lamp (included). Shipping: This item usually ships within 7 days. Dimensions: Wall Plate: Height 7 In., Width 4.5 In. Fixture: Height 7.5 In., Width 5.25 In., Extension 5.25 In. |
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Revel Linear Suspension by Tech Lighting
$1200 The Tech Lighting Revel Linear Suspension is a dramatic linear suspension that captures light in motion. The sleek metal shade is laser-cut with horizontal slots which allow light to shine through from an inner white diffuser. Optional wood end caps complement the design with a touch of warmth. A bottom glass diffuser provides a glare free wash of light. Tech Lighting, headquartered in Skokie, IL, is known for their innovative lighting systems and exquisite lighting designs. Their passion for art, sophistication and imagination is balanced by rigorous testing and quality control in the creation of their line-voltage and low-voltage lighting, including the Tech Lighting FreeJack and monorail systems and track heads. The Tech Lighting Revel Linear Suspension is available with the following: Details:Metal shadeInner white acrylic diffuserBottom glass diffuserSquare ceiling canopy with cable support96" suspension cablesIncludes extra center power feed canopy and side post for applications with a centered junction boxETL ListedOptions:Finish: Antique Bronze, Black, Satin Nickel, or White Finish.Trim: Maple, No Trim, or Walnut.Lighting: Two 54 Watt 120 Volt Type T5 Fluorescent lamps (included). Shipping: This item usually ships within 3-5 business days. Dimensions: Fixture: Width 50.5 In., Overall Hanging Length Adjustable to 101.5 In., Height 5.5 In. |
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Cordillera Wall Sconce by Hinkley Lighting
$259 The Hinkley Lighting Cordillera Wall Sconce offers timeless, relaxed appeal, ideal for transitional or mixed decors. Features squared linear supports with a rustic iron finish and a light scavo cylindrical glass shade. A nice addition to bathrooms, foyers and bedrooms--or on each side of a fireplace or sidebar. A great complement to the rest of the Cordillera collection as well. Cleveland-based Hinkley Lighting is driven by a passion to combine design and function to create exceptional lighting solutions. Family-owned Hinkley began as a traditional lantern company in 1922, and, still today, they produce top quality outdoor lighting. Hinkley Lighting has also expanded to include a full range of interior lighting solutions, including chandeliers, sconces, pendants and vanity lights. The Hinkley Lighting Cordillera Wall Sconce is available with the following: Details:Light Scavo glass shadeRustic Iron finishWall plateUL ListedLighting: One 60 Watt 120 Volt Candelabra Base Incandescent lamp (not included). Shipping: This item usually ships within 7 days. Dimensions: Wall Plate: Width 5.5 In., Height 10 In. Fixture: Width 7.5 In., Height 22 In., Depth 6.5 In. |
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Axo Linear Suspension by Forecast Lighting
$486 In modern kitchens and dining rooms, the Forecast Lighting Axo Linear Suspension displays supreme efficiency of lines and light. On either side of the lengthy fluorescent lamp, two rectangular panels diffuse its energy efficient light. These panels are available in a variety of textural wood, aluminum, cork or acrylic options, all finished by a White acrylic bottom diffuser. Dedicated to seeking customer feedback, Forecast Lighting has generated distinctive lighting designs that clearly stand out in a crowded marketplace. Founded in Southern California in the early 1970s as Forecast Lightolier, this unique lighting company has an in-house design team that travels the world to identify materials and trends that will ultimately result in extraordinary lighting for the home and office. The Forecast Lighting Axo Linear Suspension is available with the following: Details:Rectangular panel setWhite acrylic bottom diffuserMetal frameSatin Nickel finishRectangular ceiling canopy72" field-cuttable aircraft cablesEnergy efficientUL ListedOptions:Panels: Aluminum Grid, Bamboo Grid, Cork, Maple Grid, or Matte White Acrylic.Lighting: One 21 Watt 120 Volt Type T5 Fluorescent lamp (not included). Shipping: This item usually ships within 1-2 weeks. Dimensions: Shade: Width 35.25 In., Height 2.5 In., Depth 3.38 In. Fixture: Overall Hanging Length Adjustable to 74.5 In. Ceiling Canopy: Depth 4.38 In., Width 21.25 In. Cable: Length 72 In. |
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Kett Wall Sconce by LBL Lighting
$108 Add some texture to a contemporary lighting scheme with the LBL Lighting Kett Wall Sconce. It features a textured band spanning the otherwise smooth metal base. The band motif is carried through the Opal glass shade with a single vertical stripe on each side. The base is available in three possible finishes. ADA compliant. For more than 40 years, Illinois-based LBL Lighting has created innovative lighting fixtures based on the principles of beauty, originality and quality. Such values remain evident in their current line of fixtures, which feature distinctive elements like organic art glass, solid construction and the latest low voltage and LED lighting technology. The LBL Lighting Kett Wall Sconce is available with the following: Details:Rectangular Opal glass shadeMetal shade holder and baseSquare wall plateMounts up onlyADA CompliantETL ListedOptions:Finish: Bronze, Polished Chrome, or Satin Nickel.Lighting: One 60 Watt 120 Volt G9 Base Halogen lamp (included). Shipping: This item usually ships within 3 to 5 business days. Dimensions: Fixture: Depth 3.9 In., Width 4.5 In., Height 6.8 In. |
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Cortez Ceiling Fan by Kichler Lighting
$394.2 The Kichler Cortez Ceiling Fan perks up your room with its elegant Mediterranean cues and its lively design exposes you to delightful wafts of air. The Cortez Ceiling Fan features a Tannery Bronze finish. Since 1938, Cleveland-based Kichler Lighting has created exceptional lighting in a variety of styles, finishes, colors and designs. With a diverse collection of indoor and outdoor lighting in classic and contemporary styles, Kichler Lighting always focuses on making home lighting that is both beautiful and functional. The Kichler Cortez Ceiling Fan is available with the following: Included Features:Five reversible blades with Cherry on one side and Walnut on the other.Tannery Bronze finish.3-speed pull chain.One ceiling canopy.One 6 in. and one 12 in. downrod.52 in. blade diameter.14 degree blade pitch.One 78 in. lead wire.Limited lifetime motor warranty.UL Listed.Shipping: This item usually ships in 3-5 days. Dimensions: Blade Pitch: 14 Degree Blade: Diameter 52 In. Downrod: Length 6 In., Length 12 In. Overall Fixture Height: 9.35 In. With 6 in. Downrod: Overall Length 15.35 In. With 12 in. Downrod: Overall Length 21.35 In. |
In baby photography one of the biggest challenges is lighting.
Lighting babies and children is something that comes with experience. As with lighting any other subject, the most important thing is that you become familiar with a few basic setups, and then adjust the setup to suit the particular situation and subject.
When it comes to diffusing the light you have a choice of brollies or softboxes. My preference, in the studio is the softbox. When I traveled out customers home I used translucent shoot-through brollies. One of the main advantages with the softbox is that it directs all of the light forward. With the shoot-through brolly some of the light escapes from the edges and bounces back towards the camera. With this you need to be careful of flare so always shoot some test shots first and remember to use a lens hood.
Translucent brollies also give a nice effect if you shoot the flashgun back into them and reflect it back out toward the subject. To keep the lighting soft you do need to get in very close if you use this method. The reason for this is that you increase the distance of the light from flash to subject, and as you know a distant light causes a harsher shadow.
Reflective brollies are less useful than the translucent shoot-through style; they are too harsh for most types of portrait work. That said if you are looking for a harder light they are fine, but I can’t imagine a parent being happy with a harshly lit shot of their baby! Reflective brollies are however good for lighting backgrounds.
The main reason for keeping lighting simple for baby photography is their volatility! For example you could be ready to take the shot and the baby crawls out of ‘position’…if your lights are ‘clinically positioned’ and very directional the baby will quickly move out of the shooting zone.
If you keep your lighting basic, for example two large soft boxes, then it gives you more latitude for movement.
A relatively flat, even light generally gives the most pleasing results for baby photography. As a starting point I like to place a main light, either reflected from an umbrella or diffused through a softbox, between 35 and 45 degrees to one side of the subject, then use a similarly diffused fill light at 1/3 to ½ less exposure beside the camera as a fill light. I then adjust the lights to suit the subject’s features in a flattering way.
An extremely fine-featured child often benefits by making the light “harder”.
To achieve this, move the main light closer to the 45 degree position. Conversely, a child with large, sharp features or skin blemishes, such as a rash, will benefit if you move the light closer to the 35 degree position (i.e back round nearer the camera) and lessen the power difference between the main and fill lights for a softer look.
When using a harder, more dramatic light on children, it is important not to over-do it. When seeking a more formal, dramatic effect, I usually shift the main light to between 45 and 55 degrees. The fill light should remain near the camera. You may want to lower the power of the fill light to deepen the shadow areas, but with baby photography I generally find that it’s best to keep the ratio within one stop.
Starter Studio photography materials?
I’m a begining portrait photography as a side hobby, and would really like to know some basic starter materials that I’ll need to begin. I’m lost when it comes to lighting needs and background needs..
You will want as a bare minimum:
350 watt/second flash and stand
white shoot thru umbrella
two pocket wizards
camera
85mm lens
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add one more flash, umbrella and pocket wizard for more versatility
… but none of the gear will be worth much until you have read “Light Science and magic” by focal press.
