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04/06/2004 12:45:18 AM · #1 |
Has anyone ever actually created a 'good' flash photograph. i haven't. I just have the flash on the camera mind you... but still, using that i would think it could be 'sorta' nice at least.. but they are ALL horrible.. strong horrible shadows.. and poor direct boring lighting...
i would like some tips, or to see some nice flash photography.
I have only ever used natural lights, or spots..
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04/06/2004 01:14:19 AM · #2 |
Direct lighting is always harsh. You should always look for ways to diffuse your flash - bounce off a ceiling, bounce off a white card, use a diffuser like the StoFen Omnibounce, etc.
:)atwl
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04/06/2004 01:19:16 AM · #3 |
| Speaking of difusing the light from the flash, you could try taping something over the flash, like tissue, different colours for different affects even. I've read of this, haven't actually tried it myself. |
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04/06/2004 01:51:12 AM · #4 |
Placing tissue directly in front of the flash may be a bad idea, the sudden quick heat build-up may damage the flash's front cover. It's always best to have some space in between the flash and the diffuser.
Some of my past methods of diffusion:
Small plastic jug from my refridgerator:
 
Bounce card:
Soft box:
At the moment I use a StoFen Omnibounce on my 550EX flash - indoors, at 45-degree angle, the omnibounce rocks!!!
:)atwl
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04/06/2004 01:59:28 AM · #5 |
| Hey Leaf, I was in the same boat. I hated taking flash shots and just swore that i wouldn't anymore, but I have come to know that the flash is almost a necesity for a good photograph. I have since bought a 550EX, yea I know it's a tad steep but well worth every penny. It has renewed my faith in flash photography. Don't get me wrong there are other good, less expensive flashes...but the 550 just freak'n rocks. |
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04/06/2004 10:45:08 AM · #6 |
Adrian,
Wonderful post. Thanks for taking the time to share with text descriptions and pics. Hope that many benifit.
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04/06/2004 12:46:43 PM · #7 |
Originally posted by cpanaioti:
Speaking of difusing the light from the flash, you could try taping something over the flash, like tissue, different colours for different affects even. I've read of this, haven't actually tried it myself. |
your home made soft box is fantastic :) very clever! |
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04/06/2004 12:48:11 PM · #8 |
| Are negative images allowed in comps |
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