ULTIMATE one light BUDGET flash set up for Beginners

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Take professional headshots with a single light and cheap modifier. In this video, I’ll walk you through the easiest, simplest, beginner friendly, one light set up to get beautiful portraits.
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0:00 The Problem with Natural Light
0:59 Making Flash Easy
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5:00 How to use the Gear
6:08 Model and Light Placement
7:00 Camera Settings
7:45 How to Get Different Background Looks
9:50 Portrait Session
10:10 Cost Breakdown
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@pretor706 Жыл бұрын

Nice quality video. I didn't need the information. I stayed because it was visually interesting. Colors, lighting. Well done. (Also funny, Squarespace haha)

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Thanks Aron, appreciate it!

@luisarmandotorres6367 Жыл бұрын

Lol. Same here. Even subscribed

@carlosIC 2 ай бұрын

Same lol

@lindalawson4296 6 ай бұрын

I wish I had seen this video a decade ago. It would have saved me a lot of time. Good job.

@TaylorWillard 6 ай бұрын

Thanks, appreciate it!

@RickLincoln Жыл бұрын

I can't think of another off camera flash video that I've watched that delivers the basics better than this.

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Thanks Rick P! Appreciate it!

@seymourecarnage 5 ай бұрын

This is the exact same combo I recommend to people regularly. Kudos for not trying to upsell people on more than they need. I encourage the few extra bucks for the black cover like you gave a nod to, and an umbrella diffuser, because then you have shoot-through, shoot-in, and softbox in one affordable package.

@TaylorWillard 4 ай бұрын

Ya it's a killer combo! Totally agree that the black cover and umbrella diffuser are a great next step. Thanks Seymoure!

@brandonatchley3519 3 ай бұрын

@@TaylorWillard Can we get a recommended package for this setup if we're ready to move past the umbrella?

@maudmcclean6882 3 ай бұрын

@TaylorWillard thks, i love this simple explanation! can u also share a link to see what that suggested next step set up might look like pls (and how might it give an all-in-1 "softbox") Novice here.

@matheusdezan474 Ай бұрын

Video quality is insane. Thank you for it

@movelarde7551 Жыл бұрын

We need more budget friendly videos like this. Awesome.

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Thanks Mo! Glad you enjoyed it!

@Jailbird830 Жыл бұрын

What an awesome video! I can't believe someone as helpful and creative as you is only starting out. You're 100% gonna kill it on this platform, can't wait to learn more from you!

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much David! Glad you enjoyed and that it was helpful!

@StephaanBOSS56 Жыл бұрын

Finally someone with a nice voice, great and simpel explanation. This old geezer likes it

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it Stephaan! Thanks!

@changez77654 Жыл бұрын

Great video - i love your style, I am recommending this video to anyone who wants to get started in flash photography. You break things down really well and you have a really positive way of doing it. The results are so great!

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Awesome, thanks Ali! Really appreciate it!

@TechsmartGr Жыл бұрын

Wow if that's your 1st video can't wait for upcoming ones! Amazing work!

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Thanks Techsmart, appreciate it! More to come!

@sihlendlovu2099 Жыл бұрын

After scouring the internet for reviews and beginner flash photography information, this video was easy to follow and understand. I feel so relieved and less anxious about shooting this weekend with this extra bit of knowledge to enhance my photos. Thank you Taylor 🙏 Much love from South Africa.

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Awesome, so glad it was helpful Sihle! Go have a great shoot this weekend!

@tysonbrown6392 Жыл бұрын

FANTASTIC VIDEO! I learned a lot from watching your video compared to dozens on the internet❤

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Great to hear Tyson! Happy you got value out of it!

@vuyomtonjeni3408 3 ай бұрын

The most practical video that I have actually followed without getting lost. I recently bought a pair of the Godox TT600 and I shy to use them. After watching this, I am more than confident I'll take awesome pictures. Thank you. All the from South Africa

@TaylorWillard 3 ай бұрын

So glad it was helpful!

@paigeofstylez 6 ай бұрын

First video impressions is EVERYTHING..... with saying that, i had to SUBSCRIBE

@TaylorWillard 6 ай бұрын

Thanks, appreciate it and happy to have you subbed!

@MikeIzenady 4 ай бұрын

I’ve been shooting for 10+ years and this video is wholesome and refreshing… Great Job sir! You’re AWESOME!

@TaylorWillard 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much, glad you enjoyed it!

@haidinh6615 6 ай бұрын

Definitely the best flash video I've seen. Thanks.

@TaylorWillard 6 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! Glad it was helpful

@vapidoO Жыл бұрын

Oh yes sir! Looking forward to your upcoming videos! This got randomly washed in my feed, as i was looking for flash setups before. Must admit this was the best information paired with humor and enternaining film making. Keep it up Taylor! Fan from Germany

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Thanks vapidoO! Appreciate it and glad it came across your feed!

@Nikhildeepsinghmahi 9 ай бұрын

I really liked your video. It gave me an overall overview for the lighting at it's basic.

@TaylorWillard 9 ай бұрын

Appreciate it! Glad it was helpful!

@mkhaliphilanga6784 Жыл бұрын

Simple, practical with value.👌

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Glad it was valuable for you!

@JustinatorxX 7 ай бұрын

No not the Nati Light!!! 😂😂 freedom of speech is a wonderful thing. Great content and thanks for keeping the gear budget friendly

@TaylorWillard 7 ай бұрын

😂 thanks Justin, glad you enjoyed it!

@lightskineric1806 9 күн бұрын

Awesome video, thank you so much!

@DrewTHEMIGHTY Жыл бұрын

Love the transitions!

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Thanks DrewTHEMIGHTY!

@camillewright5417 4 ай бұрын

Very helpful, just the help i needed to get me started.

@TaylorWillard 3 ай бұрын

Awesome, so glad it helped!

@manny_thesoulofabiker 8 ай бұрын

What an amazing video. You broke it down so brilliantly and was a breeze to understand!!! Cheers♥️🤝👏

@TaylorWillard 8 ай бұрын

So glad it was helpful!

@IsraellSD 4 ай бұрын

the quality of this video 👌🏼 the way you talk, the way it is edited, the way they recorded it is spectacular and it is a pleasure to watch! And very good information ✨: )

@TaylorWillard 3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!!

@YOUSSEF942 Жыл бұрын

Love it! So inspiring brother!

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Thanks Youssef, glad you liked it!

@wrstrout Жыл бұрын

Great video!! Great mix of humor to keep it light and entertaining!!! You provided a lot of information in a simple and easily understandable way! I would love to see a video on event photography.

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Thanks Richard! Appreciate the comment!

@danielotte876 Жыл бұрын

Love this!! Can’t wait for the next video! 😄

@CrackingBiscuits Жыл бұрын

🫂🫂

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

More to come for sure!

@djben928 6 ай бұрын

This is a huge help for photographers. Thank you for sharing.

@TaylorWillard 6 ай бұрын

Absolutely! Glad it was helpful

@SamadhiGhosh 5 ай бұрын

What a great informative video! I have been on the hunt of such a video through which I can inform myself right about everything you mentioned about ocf photography. A huge thanks and love :)

@TaylorWillard 5 ай бұрын

Awesome, glad it was helpful!

@VictorEdemSetordjie 5 ай бұрын

Great. I picked up something new. Adjusting the flash zoom to fit the umbrella. I usually don’t touch it. Thanks 👏🏽

@TaylorWillard 5 ай бұрын

Awesome Victor, glad it was helpful!

@anjaneya3654 9 ай бұрын

Excellent tutorial! Subscribed!

@TaylorWillard 8 ай бұрын

Awesome, glad you enjoyed it!

@UniqueLaws 5 ай бұрын

such an angelic teacher!!!!! you cannot talk to me about confidence after this. thanks man!

@TaylorWillard 4 ай бұрын

Thanks Randy, appreciate it!

@vato47 7 ай бұрын

Great video bro. It was exactly what i was looking for. I love budget friendly videos!

@TaylorWillard 7 ай бұрын

Awesome, glad you got value from it!

@mendelsphotography Жыл бұрын

Great Video. Thanks

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Thanks mendels photography! Glad you enjoyed it!

@jackiemmm Жыл бұрын

Amazing! You’ve helped me to get the answers for ALL of my questions! God bless you and your channel 🙏

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Awesome, thanks Jackie! So glad it was helpful!

@SergioVall Ай бұрын

Great tutorial

@sly4x692 6 ай бұрын

Thanks i am actually starting out on ocf and i find this video very useful

@TaylorWillard 6 ай бұрын

Awesome, glad it was helpful!

@paristokyo2185 4 ай бұрын

best video for flash photography beginners. I've watched tons, and this break down was perfect, the walk-through, test shoots, just everything was very informative to help guide newbies. I feel more optimistic to get started. Great teacher

@TaylorWillard 3 ай бұрын

Thanks, glad it was helpful!

@tolok377 5 ай бұрын

I love the ads disclamer! Its like a cofe in the middle of the morning. And this is truly a througuth on-the-topic video too. Thansk a bunch - helped a lot

@TaylorWillard 4 ай бұрын

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it and it was helpful!

@Jerry-kg9pr 5 ай бұрын

This is a AWESOME video . Most helpful for learning .

@TaylorWillard 4 ай бұрын

So glad it was helpful!

@louisegabriellediaz1491 4 ай бұрын

Awesome and simple breakdown! ❤

@TaylorWillard 3 ай бұрын

Glad it helped!

@studentvatieprince2102 Жыл бұрын

I’m a beginner with a cannon t7 , this video was awesome

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Thanks Vatie! Glad you liked it!

@AyanZubaneyev Жыл бұрын

Awesome explanation. Thanks for your great work.

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Thanks Ayan, glad you got value from it!

@rayanmattar8821 Жыл бұрын

Informative And funny too . Thank you

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Thanks Rayan! Glad it was valuable and enjoyable!

@goingfurther8092 5 ай бұрын

Dude you’re amazing!!!

@TaylorWillard 4 ай бұрын

Thanks, glad you enjoyed!!!

@chairunnisaanindita 3 ай бұрын

Thank you!! Great video

@TaylorWillard 3 ай бұрын

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed!

@jdubyah30 4 ай бұрын

This is awesome. Thank you.

@TaylorWillard 3 ай бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@farmboy_jayh 4 күн бұрын

So impressed

@tiemenboonstra4784 Жыл бұрын

Rally want to start portret photography and this really helpt me out

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Awesome Tiemen, glad it was helpful!

@david48737 Жыл бұрын

Great video! Simplest explanation of beginner off-camera flash I've seen. Also seconding your gear recs, great choices for a "starter" kit.

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Thanks David!

@kerrykcbellebelgrave564 Жыл бұрын

Love the video bro! Especially the natural light reference 😂 Great vid!

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Thanks Kerry! Appreciate it, and figured the Natural Light need a shout out ha!

@HammadxHassan Жыл бұрын

Love the video man! Both the information given and the visual production value are great. Keen to see more

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Awesome Hammad! So glad you enjoyed it!

@gladsonclay8712 Жыл бұрын

Great vídeo! Thanks! I am from Brazil!

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Thanks Gladson, glad you liked it!

@JkRaw6996 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for making this video and keeping it simple for us newbies! Looking forward to more of your content.

@TaylorWillard 4 ай бұрын

Appreciate it, and glad you enjoyed it!

@yomomaisweird 7 ай бұрын

Phenomenal video

@TaylorWillard 7 ай бұрын

Thanks Austin, glad you enjoyed it!

@JOS3ALFR3DO49 8 ай бұрын

Subscribed, love the energy

@TaylorWillard 8 ай бұрын

Thanks! Glad to have you as a subscriber!

@1TPhotos Жыл бұрын

Great content! You’re on your way to the top.

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@CarlosTamares Жыл бұрын

Amazing, thanks!

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Thanks CarTam Creativo!

@BarryMountford Жыл бұрын

Great video man! Good luck on your KZfaq journey you’re gonna do well dude.

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Thanks Barry! Appreciate the kind words man!

@decipher5121 7 ай бұрын

I have that same setup except I use a 860iii and the XPRO trigger love the video

@TaylorWillard 7 ай бұрын

Thanks! Ya, it's definitely a solid setup and ecosystem

@Marshallchandra Жыл бұрын

TT600 is underrated!!! Instant like from me!!

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Awesome, thanks Marshall!

@wildafshots 8 ай бұрын

Such an easy to follow video loved

@TaylorWillard 7 ай бұрын

Thanks, so glad you loved it!

@pergite Жыл бұрын

Awesome kickoff video!

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Thanks Jonas! Appreciate it man!

@west4coast77 4 ай бұрын

Well done. Thanks!

@TaylorWillard 4 ай бұрын

Thanks Ken, appreciate it!

@coolman000099 2 ай бұрын

Literally the best video I’ve found

@TaylorWillard 2 ай бұрын

Wow, thanks so much! Glad it was helpful!!

@DND1225 Жыл бұрын

This is a great video! Thank you 😊

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Thanks DND, glad you enjoyed it!

@Tahirlalani Жыл бұрын

Dope stuff dudeee! Love your content and hope it continues to grow🤩

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Appreciate it! Definitely more to come!

@LForegel Жыл бұрын

Great video! Would love to learn about how to handle exposure with one too

@kubacernycz Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video! I am just about to choose my first light setup and I will follow your tips. :) Cheers!

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Awesome Jakub, glad it was helpful!

@DonBrowsing 21 күн бұрын

Thanks

@drakelujan 2 ай бұрын

thanks so much, helped a lot !!! Love the vid :D

@TaylorWillard 2 ай бұрын

Glad to hear it!

@karikaru 6 ай бұрын

Just got the v860iii and x2t and found your video looking at budget modifiers and setups. I've been a hobbyist for maybe 10 years or so but flash has always intimidated me. Ive realized that flash is just such a game changer though and adds so much dimension and sharpness. A video I'd like to see would be on getting side gigs as a photographer. I have a full time job, and don't think I'd like being a full time photographer, but would love if i could get myself a few portraits here amd there to put money back into the hobby. Subbed and liked - thanks!

@TaylorWillard 6 ай бұрын

Awesome! Congrats on the purchase and diving into the world of flash. It can definitely be intimidating at first but glad you chose to try it out and are loving the results. Thanks for the comment and suggestion on future content!

@dallorenz21 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic video! I was disappointed to see this was your first video, I need more!

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Thanks Dylan! Glad you enjoyed, more to come!

@PaulMDiaz 3 ай бұрын

Fantastic video!

@TaylorWillard 3 ай бұрын

Thanks Paul, appreciate it!

@TouchLifeStudio Жыл бұрын

Great and simple. Well polished video, I can tell you spent some time working on it. Keep up with great work…

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Thanks Touch Life Studio! Appreciate it!

@HappyNerdPhoto 4 ай бұрын

I truly enjoyed watching this! I have been scared to try flash photography but i'm making the jump in. I recently bought a softbox and a godox ad200 to play with so thank you for explaining how to get started :)

@TaylorWillard 4 ай бұрын

Awesome, glad it helped! And proud of you for getting past that fear of trying it!

@alecdelacroooz 4 ай бұрын

Wow thank you for this video, I literally just ordered the same off camera flash set up you got! Shooting with an A7iii tho

@TaylorWillard 3 ай бұрын

Nice! Excited for you to try it out!

@jaroone9485 Жыл бұрын

Looking forward to your other videos to come.

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Thanks @jaro one! Some great topics in the works, can't wait to share them!

@roypottenger-eu9rq Жыл бұрын

Expert class for the amateur photographer. Thanks for the equipment brand and cost. Can you produce more how to videos? I think you are a natural at this. 12:05

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Thanks Roy! Appreciate it!

@IvanT4 5 ай бұрын

The best sponsored segment ive ever seen. I personally use Godox too and they're great!

@TaylorWillard 4 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed!

@AFGautonompunk 5 ай бұрын

i found your unique story telling and detailed and friendly explanation rather stunning. i hope you're on the journey of finding the audience your video quality resembles! i'd love to learn more from your pov of how you developed a variety of skills as a photographer, meaning both practical, as strategic problem solving, e.g. how you would set a roadmap for what you/one want/s to offer in your/their first portfolio and how to reach social standings & clients in the developing phase of networking.

@TaylorWillard 4 ай бұрын

Thanks and glad you enjoyed! Thanks for the ideas for future videos too!

@Samimages.videos 5 ай бұрын

Amazing Video!

@TaylorWillard 5 ай бұрын

Thanks so much, glad you enjoyed!

@shalese_johnson 4 ай бұрын

I loved this video!!!!!!

@TaylorWillard 3 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@corykphotography Жыл бұрын

Amazing tutorial! I am a big fan of godox/flashpoint light products. I currently use an AD200 pro strobe with a Godox TT350 speedlight to compliment. This tutorial is absolutely perfect and at a great speed for beginners. You are a good teacher.

@corykphotography Жыл бұрын

🍎 thats for you

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Thanks Cory, appreciate it! Ya the AD200's are killer and it's such a good system.

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

😂 thanks!

@Almendarezwilliam Жыл бұрын

Awesome 👌

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@KoolCreation 5 ай бұрын

Great explanation

@TaylorWillard 5 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@SanderEriksen92 6 ай бұрын

Omg! Thank you so Much Tylor! This video was very Much needed! 🙏🙏📸

@TaylorWillard 5 ай бұрын

Awesome Sander! So glad it was helpful!

@SanderEriksen92 5 ай бұрын

@@TaylorWillard i would really Much learn more from you on this Chanel and Instagram. Its very sad for me to see only few vids and from 9/10 months ago… keep it up brother!📸📸

@TaylorWillard 5 ай бұрын

Thanks Sander! I've been away for a bit but just posted a new one. More to come this year for sure!

@Kasun_s_photog 10 ай бұрын

u earned a subscriber , good video. creative and informative . keep it up .

@TaylorWillard 10 ай бұрын

Hey Kasun! Appreciate it, glad to have you as a sub!

@HagaishiSama 6 ай бұрын

Love to see apsc love. I use a Sony HVL F32m for my off camera and trigger is the Sony HVL F20m.

@TaylorWillard 6 ай бұрын

Ya, APSC is great! I haven't used the Sony flashes and triggers, how do you like them?

@ThePokiman Жыл бұрын

Just stumbled across your first video on KZfaq ... A great start with a very well done and humorous video ... keep it up! Looking forward to seeing how it continues.

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Thanks ThePokiman! Appreciate it!

@JerodBeeson 6 ай бұрын

Intro = 💯

@TaylorWillard 6 ай бұрын

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!

@sneakingelephant Жыл бұрын

Great video, your channel is going to blow up if you keep up this type of quality

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Thanks, appreciate it!

@jdubyah30 6 ай бұрын

Great video.

@TaylorWillard 6 ай бұрын

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it!

@chazzy1075 Жыл бұрын

Got this video suggested to me on KZfaq!!! Enjoy your style of video and I will keep witching!!!

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Thanks Chazzy! Appreciate it!

@daniellembonu Жыл бұрын

So glad I found your page just subscribed! This was so helpful 🎉 thank you

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Awesome Dan! So glad it was helpful, more to come!

@khilee59 Жыл бұрын

I just started photography and this was super helpful, you kept the video informative and funny. You should do a video on backdrops/backdrop stands!

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for the suggestion!

@Ragnovlod 7 ай бұрын

This is a very helpful video, and funny. I would have never thought to use a can of Natural Light in the intro.

@TaylorWillard 7 ай бұрын

Awesome, so glad you enjoyed it! I mean they named it perfectly 😂

@JyjusHomeVideos Жыл бұрын

Amazing Video Mate 😍👍 Right time for me as I was researching for a speed light for my sony A6400 setup. Thank you 👍👍 Greetings from Melbourne 😍👍

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

Perfect, glad it was helpful!

@jayvelasquez8036 Жыл бұрын

Bro that intro 😂

@TaylorWillard Жыл бұрын

😂 glad you liked it!