Stop putting the light in the wrong place. I see images all the time and I'm thinking, “Why don't they understand where to set the key light?” It's not a difficult thing if you understand it. We're going to talk about it today. When you put the light in the right place it looks fantastic. See how we used one speedlight to light these portraits. Take a look and let us know if you have any questions!

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Timestamps:
00:00 Lighting tutorial
00:29 Shoot into the shadow side
00:44 Nose is guide for lighting positions
00:58 Shooting into the broad side
01:08 Turn and shoot into shadow side
01:30 Use Westcott FJ80 II Speedlight
01:42 Use Westcott Quick-Mount S-Bracket for modifiers
01:55 Use Westcott 24” Beauty Dish
02:05 FJ80 II Touchscreen
02:18 Use Westcott Universal Flash Trigger
02:42 Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Lens
03:08 Sony a7R V
03:16 First principle in setting keylight
04:07 The closer the light to camera the more flat the light
04:17 Exception is the Butterfly or Paramount light
04:33 Rembrandt light
05:09 Shooting into the broad side
05:31 Turn into the light to shoot into shadow side
05:51 Shooting into broad side keeps highlights out of eyes
06:08 Add reflector to open up shadows
06:34 Size of reflector
06:58 Placing light up to the side creates Rembrandt light
07:48 Shoot into the shadow side
08:05 SKB Cases - Yasi
09:05 Don’t be afraid to move your light
09:19 Apply same principle to lighting hands
10:04 Light closer to the camera looks flat
10:26 Train your eyes to see the lighting difference
10:41 Try lighting from other side
11:16 Try raising the light higher
12:10 Apply same principle to lighting legs
12:53 Camera Settings
13:31 Shooting into broad side of light
15:03 Turn around to get better light
14:20 Conclusion - Learn to see the tasteful light

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The Slanted Lens is a photography and video YouTube channel where we feature photography and lighting tutorials, camera reviews, photo and video related product reviews and industry business tips. Our founder, Jay P. Morgan, has been working as a Commercial Photographer and Film Director/DP in the Los Angeles area for more than 30 years developing an impressive list of clients from Paramount to McDonald's. Jay P.'s experience with elaborate set design and extensive lighting are key to the success of his illustrative work. Jay P has also taught college level photography and video courses for many years. He is happy to share his knowledge with you. Join us by subscribing and asking questions that we are happy to answer!