Last week, We did some experiment with studio lighting workshop hosted by MPC with assistance of Mr. Ken Robertson. For most of the new members, it is the very first time they are involved in a studio photo shoot. We started by explaining to the members the types of light equipments we have and what kind of light can we get using those equipments. To sum it up, we introduces soft boxes, umbrellas, and snoots. Then we experiment with the placement and power of those light to see what kind of effect we get with those combination. Mr. Ken’s experience sure does helps a lot! Now lets get to the photos!
Photo 1: What Cha Looking At!
Model: Nadya
f20 | 1/100 | ISO 200 | 80mm (80-200mm f2.8)
We put the model near to the large soft box set on the left side to give a diffused light to the side of the face and the small soft box placed further away to fill the other side. Processed it using the edgy vintage lightroom preset with some modifications.
Photo 2: Use a chair for a change!
Model: Nadya
f22 | 1/100 | ISO 200 | 105mm (80-200mm f2.8)
We had the model sit on a chair with her hands put on the edges of the chair to create this relaxed arched-shoulder pose. Put the face on intersections, with big diffused light coming from the left side, and bang! you got this awesome photo.
Photo 3: Give the hand some room!
Model: Nadya
f20 | 1/100 | ISO 200 | 35mm (18-135mm)
Still with the same light, we tried to pose the model slightly different. Using the 35mm lens, we can get a larger view of the body.
Photo 4: Contemplating
Model: Carysse
f7.1 | 1/100 | ISO 200 | 32mm (18-135mm)
To create this dramatic light, we use a strong snoot from the right side. Lucky Carysse quickly strike this awesome pose 
Photo 5: Here's looking at ya!
Model: Nadya
f6.3 | 1/100 | ISO 200 | 50mm (18-135mm)
The lighting is the same as Photo 4. Strong snoot from the right side. Increased the exposure in lightroom to burn it out a little bit.
Photo 6: Shadow
Model: Carysse
f7.1 | 1/100 | ISO 200 | 70mm (18-135mm)
We moved the snoot to the front of the model and increase the power to cast a strong shadow on the wall. If I zoomed you further, you will be able to see the circle light which the snoot is making.
