lighting
SmallRig Shows Off Its New Compact, Versatile 100W RGB COB Light
Apr 23, 2025
Alex Baker
It seems like we can’t move for compact 100w RGB LED lights at NAB 2025! SmallRig showed DIYP the RC 100C, a new compact COB…
Lighting Setup: Top Light for Low Ceiling Studios
Mar 20, 2025
Jake Hicks
Working in a big, fully-kitted studio is easy mode! If you can’t get a decent shot in a fully light-controlled space, surrounded by all the…
Amaran Unveils Budget-Friendly Softbox Family with Pro-Level Features
Feb 19, 2025
Dunja Đuđić Kalinin
Amaran, Aputure’s more budget-friendly brand, has unveiled a new softbox family designed to provide high-quality lighting solutions at a fraction of the traditional cost. These…
Nanlite Projection Attachment: The Ultimate Hard Light
Feb 19, 2025
Jake Hicks
Many of us are taught that there are two types of light: soft light and hard light, but I feel it’s an understatement to say…
How to shoot an Annie Leibovitz-Style Portrait with One Light
Feb 7, 2025
Alex Baker
If you’ve ever admired the dramatic, intimate, and timeless portraits of Annie Leibovitz, you’re not alone. Her ability to capture raw emotion and striking contrasts…
Nanlite FC-500C RGB LED Light Review – The Goldilocks Light
Jan 31, 2025
Jake Hicks
My guess is that lighting engineers get their nomenclature from the same store as astronomers, and although the FC500C and SAO 113271 both produce an…
The Best Set up for ‘Easy-money’ Video Interviews
Jan 22, 2025
Alex Baker
Photographing headshots is easy money, but it’s also low-hanging fruit. By this, I mean that everyone can do them pretty well. In order to stand…
The ultimate guide to choosing between flash and video light
Jan 14, 2025
Alex Baker
Wedding and event photographers often struggle to decide whether they should be using a flash or a video light during the day. Both have their…
Are you making these five major portrait lighting mistakes?
Jan 9, 2025
Dunja Đuđić Kalinin
So, you’re expanding your knowledge and moving from natural light to studio portraits. Congrats! While this opens the door for countless creative opportunities, it can…
Godox MA5R: Portable RGB Lighting Meets Wireless Charging
Jan 8, 2025
John Aldred
Godox has introduced the MA5R ($49), a pocket-sized LED light designed to make life easier for creators on the go. While it doesn’t break entirely…