The Academy with John Gress

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Each light on set plays a specific role and each of those roles has a name. Today’s video covers portrait lighting for beginners/ I’m going to break down common vocabulary that I'm sure you've heard like main light, kicker, fill, rim, hair light, background light and edge lights. Plus I am going to give an overview of grip gear including flags, C-stands, booms, grip heads and grip arms.That way when you hear people use these terms you wont be in the dark and you can also get an idea how you might use lighting during your next studio photography session. And even if you feel like you have got this stuff down, I’m sure you'll find several really good portrait photography tips in this video!

Portrait Lighting Terms Beginners Need to Know in the Studio!

04/23/2024

In this months first member exclusive video I work through a two light set-up with Xander. In case you're wondering, I used generative fill to replace the apple box with a suit case.

Member Exclusive: Xander Look 1

04/18/2024

5 Must-Try Octabox Setups using the Elinchrom 190cm Indirect Litemotiv Softbox

Five Must-Try Octabox Setups using the Elinchrom 190cm Indirect Litemotiv Softbox

04/08/2024

Stopping movement while photographing dancers Zach & Mya

Member Exclusive: Zach & Mya

03/29/2024

Unlock the Power of Optical Snoots and Take Your Lighting to the Next Level

Unlock the Power of Optical Snoots and Take Your Lighting to the Next Level

03/23/2024

Member Exclusive Anelya Look 2

03/08/2024

How to Create Great Portraits with Beauty Dishes!

02/24/2024

Member Exclusive Anelya Look 1

02/22/2024

Pro photography secrets: All the small things that most Pros will never share

Pro secrets: All the small things that most Pros will never share

02/03/2024