Replicate Natural Light with Artificial Light: "Soft Sunlight"

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In this video, I attempt to replicate a specific form of natural light with artificial light for food photography. Trying to recreate natural light with flash is one of the most challenging things to do in studio photography, but is also one of the best ways to improve your lighting skills. I hope this video helps or is at least insightful!
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@figandlight 4 жыл бұрын

Sidenote about describing the light as "soft". I'm aware that the terms "soft" and "hard" lighting are used to describe the HIGHLIGHT to SHADOW transition from a light source. However, when I describe the quality of light in the pictures in the video, I use "soft" in "soft sunlight" more loosely to describe the level of contrast (which varied depending on whether I added the second light source or not) even though the result still showed a sharp shadow edge. Anyway, I hope you find this video helpful. Thanks for watching and have a great rest of your week!

@Farid_USA 2 жыл бұрын

hey your videos is amazing! where I can get your lessons?

@stevenhkim 3 жыл бұрын

Honestly blown away by the level of clarity and quality of these lighting lessons. You break down a complex subject into simple steps. Thank you very much!

@willy0297 4 жыл бұрын

This is what I've been looking for these past months. I was wondering, "How do I create hard shadow pattern on a wall while maintaining an overall soft inside a room?" Can't believe it's as simple as, "just put the hard light in front of another big source." Thank you for always trying out new things and sharing it with the rest of us.

@figandlight 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Willy! I'm glad this video came just in time then haha 🙌

@TS-rv4hf 4 ай бұрын

Im a trained teacher and you have 'it' the natural ability to expound ideas clearly to people without being condescending or taking up too much time. Honestly such an underrated skill. Thanks for this :)

@jan3253 3 жыл бұрын

Been binging all your lighting vids since I discovered your channel. The way you teach and show your thought process is seriously top notch! Really appreciate uploading these. Looking forward to future content!

@melii0melissa 3 жыл бұрын

Pleaaase please please keep creating videos!! I am fascinated by your account, and I'm blown away by how easy this actually is to understand. You explain it so well, your voice calming, you show the before and afters.. your content has everything one can wish for :) Thank you for your amazing work and for teaching us so many things!!

@GoodFoodShared Жыл бұрын

I've learnt more from your videos on artificial lighting in relation to food photography than all the other hundreds I've watch....combined. Your step by step approach and the addition of camera and Speedlight settings is superb. So glad I found your channel. TY

@johanngwimm7702 Күн бұрын

I hit like as soon as you started narrations with the BG music.

@smultron 3 жыл бұрын

I've practiced photography using OCF for quite some time now and have consumed countless hours of videos on the subject. And, seriously, the videos you make are among the best. Clearly communicated with clean examples. If you keep this up your channel is going to be massive, no doubt.

@christiancastillomusic2319 3 жыл бұрын

This is your first video that I’ve watched. Very impressed with your content! Thank you for your insightful work!

@elvinjacob2388 3 жыл бұрын

Till I discovered your channel, I used to think soft light trumps hard light in 80% cases. But man, you've made me fall in love with hard light! Also, patent that GOBO already!!!

@user-po5rw2im2j 10 ай бұрын

This hands down one of the best photography channels

@chadmanwong 3 жыл бұрын

Your videos are by far the most informative and helpful compared to any other channel. Thank you so much!

@Kim-uc7hr 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah this was super helpful! I love soft natural light and don’t want white light in my videos. I could just try and film in the day time but all zoom stand up mics are at night. I love warm light, it just feels more welcoming to me. Normally only painters understand this relationship with light. Thanks for explaining it easily! :)

@mk38451 3 жыл бұрын

These are exactly the kind of videos I need right now. Thank you for explaining everything so clearly!

@satyaswarupkanungo1512 3 жыл бұрын

Really amazing ❤️, and that voiceover of the sea part😂

@BenHadat 3 жыл бұрын

Seriously, one of the best channel about lighting in photography + the photos created are pretty good and that doesn't happen a lot on YT ;)

@figandlight 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@Andmau2552 9 ай бұрын

I would've never thought of using two sources from the same direction, this blew my mind, looks awesome and makes so much sense

@BonusFry 3 жыл бұрын

So happy to have found you! I love how natural your final product looks! Off to binge more of your videos! 😊

@HarshvardhanSaboo 3 жыл бұрын

This is just amazing work. So much to learn. I know now ... how many times would have I have to watch your videos to learn just the basics of food photography.

@garimag4193 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for uploading these videos ! These are super helpful ! Please don’t ever stop making such videos ! Recreating natural light videos are the best ones !!!

@figandlight 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Garima! I appreciate it! And definitely more to come 👍

@seemph7066 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I just bought a 3 pc Godox 200w set and I was really overwhelmed with the strobe power within my small space and with almost no natural light. I came across your channel last week but I have learned so much about light fundamentals and shaping them to my preference in more than I have learned from photography over the years. I really thank you for the effort in creating these videos.

@figandlight 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you so much! I'm glad the videos are helping and I appreciate the kind words 🙏

@blackcloud2110 3 жыл бұрын

Just found your channel and it was an instant subscribe from me. LOVE how you break down the technique with such clear explanation. Exactly what I was looking for. Thank you so much for these videos

@maryturner5235 Жыл бұрын

So glad I found your channel. You have a great vibe and drop so much insight and knowledge. Thanks!

@katvolkova 3 жыл бұрын

You are amazing and explaining the techniques, thank you so much for sharing! Such a pleasure to watch your videos 💛

@mitchelltomasetti8578 3 ай бұрын

VERY helpful near the end when you put key light, fill light, added together all side by side!! Thank you!!

@jengo6928 4 жыл бұрын

You're a lighting genious! I've never seen anyone set up ambient / fill light the way you do. So different and creative.

@figandlight 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@madsnylarsen 2 жыл бұрын

you sir, you lift the quality of youTube by miles :D, very inspiring, solid teaching in a direct and playful way, great edits with a splash og humor love it :). please do keep them coming, even if it's "just" behind the photo videos they are fantastic insights :D.

@ashleyyyy25 4 жыл бұрын

Can’t wait for the course!!!! You’re such an inspiration for me. Thank you!

@figandlight 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Ashley! That's such an honor and I'm glad my videos have been helpful 🙏

@gibsterg 2 жыл бұрын

wow, this was super informative and eye opening. i'm just starting out experimenting in the studio after 7 years of "I only shoot in natural light". great stuff, thank you so much. excited to check out your other videos.

@robsonoliveira8867 3 жыл бұрын

You make me think about a lot of ideas for modifiers to filter a lot of possibilities of my next lights for food! Thanks for sharing!

@farhanafauzan 3 жыл бұрын

KZfaq done it right. Been looking for great food photography channel, and look what I've found. Thankyou so much!

@georgelau6859 Жыл бұрын

even before I go into the core content....I had been attracted by your voice...and it's rare to find it in man..."tenderness" and the script itself...what I"m trying to say is that you're a good presenter/narrator...as much as a photographer. Good job bro!

@davidcallow 4 ай бұрын

Hey champ, loved the video. I’m on a mission myself to gently improve the ambient light of a room with the least amount of equipment. I’d love to learn more on how to do something like that. Keep up the excellent content !

@ankitasrivathsa9929 2 жыл бұрын

You are amazing! Love the way you explain the whole idea of lighting. I just stumbled upon this video and now I am your fan :)

@presstheshot9226 2 жыл бұрын

I liked and subbed just for that moment of the “calming/dramatic” water scene with voice overlay. Oh yeah and I learned some things about lighting too. Great video!

3 жыл бұрын

Your audio is so crisp and your voice is so calming!

@SaraPista 3 жыл бұрын

I haven't seen such a profesional video about lighting in a long time. Thank you so much, I really appreciate it since I have a little job coming up and this is exactly what I needed it!

@figandlight 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Sara! I appreciate that

@angelojayproductions 3 жыл бұрын

Like, subbed, and commented. So paid in full. I've been looking for this tutorial for the longest time. Nobody really explains it... I've this lighting setup, I've seen where they place the lights... just never understood it, until today! Thank you @figandlight

@matayoproduction1927 3 жыл бұрын

I discovered your chanel yesterday. Thank you so much for your explanation mixing easy description and humour. And the results are stunning. Really inspiring! Merci beaucoup!!

@pulkitwadhwa2207 3 жыл бұрын

Found your channel few days ago and really so much information in your videos. Amazing. Also convinced me to buy a flash to improve my photography and encouraged me to play with different lighting setups.

@figandlight 3 жыл бұрын

That's awesome Pulkit! Hope to run across your work some day

@hermessingson5806 3 ай бұрын

thank you so much for this video! love it! great reminder for me doing mix lighting! kudos to you and your channel!

@kristenbasco 4 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad I stumbled upon your channel. I love your videos and how you break down lighting in food photography.

@figandlight 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Kristen! I really appreciate that 🙏

@mohsenbaqer 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing, today im going to try it.. i’ll keep u posted with the results 👍🏻👍🏻

@emilysha418 6 ай бұрын

I found this because I am looking to make my apartment feel brighter and cozier esp in dark cold winters. This has given me ao many ideas like getting a fairly harsh point light (lamp) and tucking it into a corner behind some plants to complement the diffuse overcast light. Thanks!

@nunluck Жыл бұрын

I have just started taking photos. Your photography tutorial is very useful. For me, lighting is quite important in taking photos. Your video answers my questions.

@ariefjenggo 3 жыл бұрын

This is what this channel absolutely about. Which is i very love it. Thanks mate 👌🏼

@figandlight 3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate that Muhammad! Thank you

@zaahirhamid8843 4 жыл бұрын

Love the thought process behind your setups. I get so caught up in just trying to get a well lit image I forget to think about how I can use the light to create a dynamic image. Great work keep it up!

@figandlight 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Zaahir! Yes, it's definitely a challenge of balance, but once you get the light where you want it, it's like...awesome! haha Thanks for watching!

@themikereda 4 жыл бұрын

Best photography KZfaq channel in the game. Keep up the good work!

@figandlight 4 жыл бұрын

I don't know about best...😬 but thanks Mike! haha

@olha_kult 4 жыл бұрын

I like your channel so much !! I’m so glad to support your work on the start of your KZfaq-career 😍😍😍

@figandlight 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Olga! I appreciate that

@CaptainJack63 3 жыл бұрын

This is a great lesson, Brandon! I really didn't think of light in this way before. I'm going to apply these ideas to my next job. I'm looking forward to your other ideas.

@figandlight 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jack! Hopefully it turns out well!

@ViktorCepeda Ай бұрын

I have never seen this technique. I'm so glad I found your video, love your style too! subscribed.

@Emlovina Жыл бұрын

This video BLEW. MY. MIND. I cannot believe this is free. Oh my god. Wow.

@abdullahraslan6301 3 жыл бұрын

I don't usually like videos on youtube.. but when I do... it's for this guys videos

@bobh1782 3 жыл бұрын

This is just what i need, new to food photography got to try it for a client gig it's so helpful, subed!!!

@omotolaniolusoga4253 2 жыл бұрын

This was sooooo insightful. Thanks for sharing

@markvincentdomingo3192 3 жыл бұрын

Please continue to share your ideas and inspire us! Rock n Roll!

@yarkrooyarkhomchannel9139 2 жыл бұрын

Love the way you telling & sharing the story! Your video is awesome & you’re so cool.

@rinky_dinky 3 жыл бұрын

first up great video its so good to see you using really affordable gear and churning out great photos out with it, we dont all need broncolor or profotos

@RaviKajari 2 жыл бұрын

This is really a nice demo, Brandon , thank you so much.

@beth-elleschussler8777 3 жыл бұрын

This was very helpful and definitely gives me some direction with my photography!

@nord_seher Ай бұрын

This special light template is incredibly helpful.

@nathanvenzara 3 жыл бұрын

Every video I am increasingly impressed. Thank you for sharing this!

@figandlight 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nathan!

@gkandilakis 2 жыл бұрын

mind blown mate!

@prewishjay5581 Жыл бұрын

this helps so much! finally a good explanation! thank you :D

@ElectricRunway 2 жыл бұрын

The way you explained it is so helpful

@luciastrokes 4 жыл бұрын

AMAZING!!! Can not wait for your course!!! I will definitely pay for it

@figandlight 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Lucy! I appreciate that! looking forward to having you on-board 🙌

@priyamugali20 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing, keep the good work coming!

@jimjimgl3 3 жыл бұрын

Nice setup. For me I would try to eliminate the double shadow. The strength of the double shadow can be reduced somewhat by finding the center area on the large soft box and situating the smaller light there and making sure both lights are on the same angle/path. Also, sending the larger soft box into the wall for a very large source can help too. Using a v-flat (if you have that resource and space) and shooting a strobe into the v-flat with a second light at the same angle pointing towards set looks good too. You can even drape light diffusion (two- 1/4 scrim jim) with an opening between them. This gives a stronger center light.

@sushimivillage6643 3 жыл бұрын

Wow this video was insightful. I'm definitely subscribing!!

@nathantomkins2329 3 жыл бұрын

This was the class 🙌

@myrnagarza4952 5 ай бұрын

Que excelente tutorial y que bonito explica y enseña su voz muy modulada y clara. Muchas gracias por el tiempo que utilizo para enseñarnos.

@lyricamare6073 Жыл бұрын

I'm sorry but your voice is so soothing. I heard it and I had to subscribe and thanks for the video it was specific and it gave me the information I was hoping to find🙂

@HijabsandAprons 4 жыл бұрын

Hey teach, can't wait for your course to come out! 🤗

@figandlight 4 жыл бұрын

me too! 😅

@user-lj3rn7rn8h 3 ай бұрын

Брэндон, продолжайте нас радовать вашими обучающими роликами. Это всегда легко, понятно, приятный голос и очень интересно смотреть. Благодарю вас за вашу работу.

@DesianaCourtez 4 жыл бұрын

I am weak at understanding the techniques mostly-given orally like the other channels, but your practice really helped me improve my food photography skills and every details always left me like, "Oh wow!". Thanks a lot, Brandon!

@figandlight 4 жыл бұрын

That's awesome Desiana! I'm flattered to hear my videos have been helpful for you and I mean that. Thank you!

@Motshwane.Letsoalo 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for this, I've been struggling to recreate your initial gobo shot due to my light source either being to big or too small, now I can mix both of them & get the results I want.

@figandlight 4 жыл бұрын

Great to hear from you Mo! And thank you. A second light source can definitely help balance your lighting. Hope all is well!

@annal7997 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you sharing your valuable rich knowledge about lightening

@asaphkj4722 2 жыл бұрын

Very simple to understand! Thank you so much 🥰

@chhavysi 4 жыл бұрын

This video was so helpful. I'm learning so much from your videos. I'll try this set up this weekend. Thank you!

@figandlight 4 жыл бұрын

That's awesome, Chhavy! and thank you!

@FreddyduFred 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing, I love the way you explain everytring. Nice work!!!

@marycuenca 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! Always the best with lights! Thanks so much for sharing ✨

@figandlight 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Mary!

@zihweh92 3 жыл бұрын

love all your videos! short but very informative 👍🏻can you create more tutorials about recreating natural sunlight with Godox flash ? 😍 can’t wait for your new videos !

@alfredorichardohaurissa801 3 жыл бұрын

the voice over the sea intro makes me subbed! LoL Great vid and super informative in smplest way possible thanks a lot

@diegoescudero91 2 ай бұрын

Wow epic and clear explanation, thank you!

@tinabellyy 4 жыл бұрын

Your videos have been teaching me so much about lighting! I've been searching for so long and I appreciate how thorough but clear your videos are. Keep up the good work!! Oh and I also wanted to ask where you buy those table tops for your photography?

@figandlight 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tina! I'm glad the videos are helpful for you. I get them from a number of places. The one I used in this video is from a company called Erickson surfaces. I also get custom made surfaces from friends of mine.

@mrs.homebody9527 3 жыл бұрын

Loved this tip! Thanks!

@MattMarcio 3 жыл бұрын

Great work!!, and thank you for this tutorial, hope to see more like this!!

@figandlight 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Matt!

@shriyanshjain1993 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing and simple!

@wanneske1969 3 жыл бұрын

Two flashes in a row is very interesting ! Never heard of it !

@presleytrinidad5056 4 жыл бұрын

Love your work! I've learned so much from you in just 2mos. Thank you so much!

@figandlight 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Presley! Appreciate it!

@markokovacevic3225 4 жыл бұрын

Wow! Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge! I only now discovered your channel and already learned a lot! I'm one of the people that are learning lighting techniques. Thank you very much again!

@figandlight 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Marko! Welcome, and I'm glad the video helped!

@yummyforadam7485 4 жыл бұрын

Another great one, can't wait to put it to use!

@figandlight 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Adam! Hope to see the result sometime

@enricaromagnoli 2 жыл бұрын

Very helpful and inspiring, thanks!

@mrz1342 4 жыл бұрын

Perfect! Please keep posting this kind of tutorials... thank you

@figandlight 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@designlotus 3 жыл бұрын

Great videos, love the use of simple materials and affordable equipment. To get this lovely summery look would you recommend two flash heads instead of continuous lighting + flash head?