Gear: Shoot Thru Umbrella

Basically, the output and diffusion level of a white umbrella and the silver one can be the same really if used skillfully. But the main difference is that you can actually stick the shoot-through nearer to the subject to get more of the wrapping effect of a huge light.

Here's the set-up of the photo above:


Had I used the silver version, the umbrella would have to be much farther from the subject.



The lovely light fall-off on my semi-clenched hand also shows the effect of the white umbrella being really near. The light source is now bigger which translates to a more softer light.

Learn to Light at Strobist.

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Photos by Ryan Macalandag
Gear: Nikon D80, SB-600, umbrella, lightstand
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Places: Doljo Point, Panglao, Bohol

In Bohol, there are still places unspoilt. One just has to go to the right places, know the right people. Take for example Doljo Point. I was here once a few years ago when it was clean and pristine. Now, it still is as beautiful as before.

Only about 20 minutes from the city, Doljo offers locals and visitors alike a slice of paradise.





Uhm, apologies if the "models" above kinduv spoiled the beauty of the beach. Pardon! =)

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Photos by Ryan Macalandag
Gear: Nikon D80, SB-600, umbrella, lightstand
Copyright ©2007 All rights reserved.

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Photobin: Aris

Aris or Aristotle loves to be photographed. One day, he came by our shop and brought some pull-outs fresh from a copy of GQ. He wanted the photos to look like the ads on the magazine.

"I can't do exact copies," I said. "We can play around and see what happens though. Come back Thursday."

So, come back he did, thus, these three photos below are some of the layouts from the shoot. :)


#1 Strobist info: One Vivitar 283 bounced silver umbrella camera left perched on a stand. Photoshop: Curves, Color Balance, Dodge/Burn

#2 Strobist info: One Vivitar 283 bounced silver umbrella camera right and slightly behid the subject perched on a stand. Photoshop: Curves, Channels, Color Balance, Softening Action

#3 Strobist info: One Vivitar 283 on camera left and high above subject perched on a stand. No diffussion. Photoshop: Curves, Channels, Color Balance, Dodge/Burn and some USM

Photography by: Ryan Macalandag
Location: Tagbilaran City, Bohol
Equipment: Canon EOS 350D, kit lens, Vivitar 283, light stand, umbrella
Subject: Aris

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NetFinds: Strobist Lighting 102

Starting on the 4th of June this year, throngs of amateur and professional photographer from around the will be flocking towards the Strobist website to participate in yet another exciting online-based photography lighting workshop.

Click here to read more about it.

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