Speedlight & Strobe Mastery: TTL vs. Manual, Bouncing, Modifiers, and High-Speed Sync Fundamentals.
Sub Category
- Other Design
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Objectives
- Understand the core concepts of flash exposure, including the relationship between flash power and distance.
- Differentiate between TTL (Through-The-Lens) and Manual flash modes and know when to use each effectively.
- Master the art of bouncing flash to create soft, flattering, and natural-looking light sources.
- Utilize various flash modifiers (umbrellas, softboxes, grids) to shape and control the quality of light.
- Successfully implement High-Speed Sync (HSS) to overpower the sun and freeze fast motion.
- Set up and synchronize multiple off-camera flash units for complex studio or location lighting.
- Execute "dragging the shutter" techniques for creative blending of ambient light and artificial flash.
- Analyze a scene and determine the proper placement and power setting for key, fill, and rim lights.
- Troubleshoot common flash issues like harsh shadows, overexposure, and focus problems.
- Apply professional flash techniques in popular genres like portraits, events, and commercial photography.
- Control light ratios precisely using a flash meter (or trial and error) to add dimension and depth to your subjects.
- Correctly adjust white balance and color gels when mixing artificial light with tungsten or fluorescent sources.
Pre Requisites
- A basic working knowledge of camera exposure (Aperture, Shutter Speed, ISO) in Manual or Aperture Priority mode.
- A DSLR or Mirrorless camera with a functional hot shoe mount.
- An external speedlight (flash unit) is highly recommended for practical application.
- Optional but helpful: Wireless flash triggers for practicing off-camera techniques.
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