Understanding Light & Light Modifiers
Mark Wallace
Lessons
Class Overview
05:08 2Getting a Grasp
03:55 3Pop Quiz!
03:57 4Quality of Light
20:41 5The Effective Size of Light
35:07 6Creating Contrast with the Position of Light
24:51 7Controlling Shadows (1+1=2)
06:29 8The Inverse Square Law
22:04Angle of Incidence and Reflection
13:24 10Specular Highlights
26:26 11Parabolic Shapes
18:22 12Dynamic Range
08:54 13Creatively Correct Exposure
12:03 14Metering Is Not An Exact Science
32:21 15Flags and Reflectors
32:05 16Let’s take another look at modifiers
11:12 17Reshoot Challenge
46:44 18Mark’s Favorite Modifiers
40:32 19Pop Quiz Review
14:23 20Class Wrap-up
03:34Class Description
AFTER THIS CLASS YOU’LL BE ABLE TO:
- Describe light using common lighting vocabulary.
- Create your own lighting styles.
- Build lighting setups with confidence.
- Replicate lighting from images that inspire you.
- Build your light modifier toolbox.
ABOUT MARK'S CLASS:
What’s the difference between a large silver umbrella and a small softbox? Why use a grid? How do you control light spill? What does it mean to shape light? Mark answers all these questions as he breaks downlight in easy-to-understand terms. Mark steps through the principles of light step by step. After explaining each principle of light, he applies it to specific modifiers.
The direction of light, contrast, form, shape, The Inverse Square Law, The Angle of Incidence and Reflection, soft light, hard light, Effective Size, color temperature, Dynamic Range, and more. Once you understand these principles you’ll understand the size, shape, and surfaces of each light modifier and how to use them most effectively. This class is jam-packed and perfect for every level of a studio photographer.
WHO THIS CLASS IS FOR:
- Beginner to Intermediate portrait photographers
- Portrait Photographers who work in the studio
- Anyone looking to add more lighting gear to their toolbox
- Photographers looking to expand their lighting options
SOFTWARE USED:
Adobe Photoshop CC 2021
Adobe Lightroom Classic 2021
ABOUT YOUR INSTRUCTOR:
Mark Wallace is a photographer based in the United States. Best known for his web-based video series Digital Photography One on One and Exploring Photography sponsored by Adorama.
Millions of people have watched Mark's videos on YouTube, and the numbers continue to grow. Mark has a solid social media following on Facebook and Twitter, where he spends time ng with viewers and workshop attendees.
In 2014, Mark left the United States to embark on a 2-year worldwide adventure. He visited 28 countries and captured thousands of unique photographs across the globe.
In 2016 Mark decided to give up planes, trains, and automobiles and is now exploring the world on his motorcycle.
Class Materials
Bonus Materials with Purchase
Ratings and Reviews
user-a07413
Wow, Impressive with lots of information on light modifiers. Lots of variations of use and the bonus material. Mark is very good as a teacher. Glad I purchased the subscription plan so I can see the other Mark Wallace classes. Now to go to work and use the information.
Paul
I've heard much of this before, but this class really does a good job explaining and demonstrating the principles and techniques it covers. Mark is certainly quite knowledgeable, and he makes the material accessible and easy to grasp. It does cover quite a lot of ground, and while others may go into more detail, I think this class is great for building a good foundation.
Mario Furtado
Mark and his crew did an excellent job in this class. Now I am eager to see Go-To Lighting Setups and Studio Lighting Essentials. Congratulations.
Student Work
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