3 Techniques to Control Natural Light for Better Portraits
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Күн бұрынElevate your portrait photography with our latest tutorial! Join @heyashleyboring Westcott as she demonstrates three powerful techniques to master natural light: diffusing harsh sunlight, bouncing light with reflectors, and darkening backgrounds using nets. Whether you're shooting in bright midday sun or looking for that soft, flattering light, these tips will help you control the sunlight to capture stunning, dynamic portraits. Dive in to learn how to enhance the mood and quality of your photos with simple, effective light manipulation.
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4x4 Scrim Jim Cine Frame: www.fjwestcott.com/products/s...
Scrim Jim Cine Double Net Fabric (4' x 4'): www.fjwestcott.com/products/s...
5-in-1 Reflector: www.fjwestcott.com/products/c...
7' Diffusion Umbrella: www.fjwestcott.com/products/7...
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00:00 - Intro
00:41 - #1: Diffusing Sunlight
01:48 - #2: Bouncing Light
03:46 - #3: Nets
@ranjankmsphotography 10 күн бұрын
That black net idea is fabulous 😍
@artetaphotography 2 ай бұрын
The 2 stop net is something I want to try
@darrenbivings4227 Ай бұрын
Just so that you know, It wasn't that long ago, photo students had to pay $$$$ Thousands $$$$ per year in Art & Photo Schools to learn these types of photo lighting techniques. Keep up the great work. And Thank You.
@GiannisVeronis 2 ай бұрын
I will definetely try the last one with the background grid, thanks Ashley for all the video tutorials! I would love to have an interview conversation with you about your artistic and creative photographic flow :D
@steveglass7009 2 ай бұрын
Ashley! I love your videos! They are so concise, thought-out, and really well done. I've been doing this for 17 years, and I wish I would have had these resources when I started - LOL! Great job!
@WestcottLighting 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!!
@heyashleyboring 2 ай бұрын
Thank you! Glad I can be a helpful resource. 😄
@fancypotato2188 2 ай бұрын
Absolutely beautiful, the model as well.
@WestcottLighting 2 ай бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
@saucelove 2 ай бұрын
Luv the 2 stop net. ❤ just beyond beautiful. TY. Your videos are always wonderful & educational 😊
@heyashleyboring 2 ай бұрын
Thank you! 😄
@TheBrandonLeeCook 2 ай бұрын
THIS IS ONE OF THE BEST PHOTOGRAPHY VIDEOS I HAVE SEEN IN A LONG TIME! THANK YOU!
@WestcottLighting 2 ай бұрын
We really appreciate that, so glad we could help!
@carlosmozephoto 2 ай бұрын
Well done!👌
@WestcottLighting 2 ай бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
@thats_mr_b_ 2 ай бұрын
Team Ashley!
@heyashleyboring 2 ай бұрын
😄Thank you!
@user-cb1xf1zi1q 2 ай бұрын
The 2stop net is one I would appreciate in trying!
@elram2649 2 ай бұрын
Nicely executed and perfectly presented! 😀
@WestcottLighting 2 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@g.nagendran7400 2 ай бұрын
I am never forget this idea super
@JohnChubbSr 2 ай бұрын
Excellent!!! Thanks!
@WestcottLighting 2 ай бұрын
You bet!
@Alaminjos 2 ай бұрын
The shading technique is so new to me and would definitely give it a try. Thanks for making it easy to comprehend.
@WestcottLighting 2 ай бұрын
Glad we could help!
@stevemadrid6522 2 ай бұрын
Nice work, as usual! I do use a couple of these techniques, when I have the extra hands available.
@WestcottLighting 2 ай бұрын
Right on! Which one do you find yourself using more of?
@stevemadrid6522 2 ай бұрын
I diffuse or bounce, if I don't have a strobe. Haven't tried the net.
@stevemadrid6522 2 ай бұрын
@@WestcottLighting I diffuse or bounce, if I don't have a strobe. Haven't tried the net.
@veselinvasilev9362 2 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@TEMTECKPHOTOGRAPHY 2 ай бұрын
Great video
@WestcottLighting 2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it 😄
@Chips-Lab 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video. Would love to see some interviews setup with jim scrim of new fusion product
@WestcottLighting 2 ай бұрын
You're welcome, and noted!
@andrewsze4528 2 ай бұрын
👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
@OceanFIlmsLLC 2 ай бұрын
is that a morph dissolve at 3:33?
@liauchungren848 2 ай бұрын
I think you should change your brand name to something not too Boring lol
@WestcottLighting 2 ай бұрын
😂😂😂
@andreak4280 2 ай бұрын
Always good information & teaching vids from team Ashley😃🙏🏼🫵🏼
@heyashleyboring 2 ай бұрын
Thank you! 😄
@g.nagendran7400 2 ай бұрын
I love that Idea super mam . Very very super that Idea
@WestcottLighting 2 ай бұрын
Glad this was helpful!
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