One of the best on TH-cam, no BS, no axe grinding, no endless gear talk, just great advice and tips. Your videos are made to serve the veiwer and not polish your ego. Great work and thank you.
hey Joe I don't have fancy setup like you BUT I have ingenuity lol..I would like to have the same background as your using and like the one that is advertised in description but not sure how I would suspend that in my condo? I have a green screen setup already but not sure if this is too heavy for that rig, any suggestions would be most appreciated...
Joe, Your videos are so invaluable! Amazing info! Quick question... Is med gray/18% gray the best background color to use when shooting models/subjects and adding a texture to the gray in post using Photoshop? Probably way cheaper than buying muslin and canvas backgrounds. Thanks!
Thanks John Vito and THANKS for subscribing - great to have you along for the ride! When I plan to add textures in post - I do usually use the medium gray for the shot.
Smashing video and I could not agree more. I shot my entire #Futurnatrix project using just one 11m x 1.35m cloud grey seamless paper background. I think it perfectly illustrates your point about how versatile a grey background can be. If you are interested in checking the photographs out you can do so here: www.grahamshortphotography.co.uk/personal-projects/futurnatrix/
Cool stuff +Graham Kenneth Short ! You know I am all about the "learning". . . Do you have any behind the scenes shots that show your lighting set-up that you would be willing to share a link to so that the rest of the community can learn?
***** instagram.com/p/BD22v_GTfZT/ instagram.com/p/BC3zj7CzfQW/ instagram.com/p/_UB247zff8/ instagram.com/p/_TkzcGTfbt/ There's a few #bts shots from my Instagram feed. The key light is usually boomed up high out of the way of the shot but I try not to let the nose shadow touch the lips. A light on the floor shoots through a white umbrella. Sometimes I have silver umbrellas wrap light around from behind. Sometimes I put one or two lights on the background. Graduating different colours into one another on the background is fun! Using colour theory to select gels for lights and thinking about how much colour is going to be visible in the frame and whereabouts in the frame it will occur is important. Exposing for gels can be tricky however... I did all mine by eye and shot the whole project at my local community centre where I hired a room and set up my kit.
I follow many photography channels, some are very good indeed, but none of them teach you 'magic' tricks like this or other that I saw in this channel. Thanks!
Any grey will work Vladislav Igielski - as i mentioned in the video - I prefer the middle greys - thats the only reason the Storm Grey wasn't checked off.
Joe Edelman Thanks for clarification. I was just asking because Storm and Thunder grey were ones I could easily get at our local store. Finally I took advice from your chart and bought Thunder grey and so far I’m very happy. Works great, exactly as you showed us in your tutorial video. Thanks Joe, you’re doing great job with all your videos!!! I find them so inspiring! 👍
fantastic how easy it is when you do it turn gray to any color with gels. I've tried that with my nikon sb700 and nothing happens. something is wrong, maby the gels are to soft the one that comes with it or the flash is doing something wrong ..... what settings are you using on your camera and flashes? I've tried 1/125s to 1/8000s still nothing and flash ttl -2 stop and -3 stop but still no color. hope you can help me and others that have the same issues with this. //Jose
Without seeing your actually set-up José Campos, it is difficult to tell you exactly why it isn't working for you. I assure you this is a tried and proven technique, The most logical explanation is that your foreground lights are also lighting the background and that is what washes out the background color. You need to have some separation of the subject and the background so that your main lights don't light the background.
Thanks Joe! , always the best way to learn, direct and concise. Can some help me to decide between Thunder Gray or Charcoal seamless paper?, (Im focus in get colored background than get a white background. THANKS )
@@theJoeEdelman ... will also buy grey ... alias: I already bought ... now it's only putting on the wall ... this is really fun! ... and different color lights will make the rest ... and this becomes so natural ... much better than green screen a.s.o. ... 😉👍🏼
refreshing to hear from someone who actually knows what they are taking about - and has prepared before filming! Enjoying browsing your back catalogue!
Thank you! I was on my way to grab some paint for my TH-cam channel background while. This was exactly what I needed in order to buy the right paint! Subscribed and liked! Thank you 😊
Hi Joe. Love your video specially for me whose planning to buy a backdrop for my photoshoot. How about a gray backdrop having a grunge texture. Is it ok rather than having a plain gray backdrop? What is your advise. It will be highly appreciated.
Thanks man can i ask a question? do u familiar with godox lighting? i have AD600 bu i dont know wich brand of soft box has a good quality , should i use godox softboxes or u recomend others?
lol Byte Aesx - I do wish there was Google and TH-cam back then in the dark ages, but I was very lucky - I had a few excellent mentors and that is a big part of what I do what I do today. Thanks for the kind words!
You can use almost anything Karwanna Dyson. From lightweight cellophane to expensive cine gels - the most important factor is how deep is the color. The cellophane is usually very transparent and will only give you a tint of color. If you can afford them - the ones made specifically for photography generally are deeper in color. Here are some examples: amzn.to/2bxIT2H Glad to have you as a subscriber!
You 1st Affiliate Link (Icon) Is the Oyster Wisp Photography Backdrop you have listed. Is that a Middle Grey Color you were talking about? Also do you have any comments regarding this color and item?
Thanks, Joe. Great videos. I'm already taking notes. Great transformation, health-wise from your older videos. Good job! I'm already plotting out turning my basement into a studio based on your suggestions. I grew up in Philly, the (formerly known as) Great Northeast.
Yeah gigfydotcom - the Great Northeast isn't what it used to be. Have fin with the basement studio - let me know how it turns out. My next few videos will also feature some cool little gear pieces that will come in handy so Stay Tuned!
Very educative and cool video, literally fifty shades of grey :D I'm planning on buying the fujifilm xt1 with a 35 and 60mm lens, paired with either speedlites or maybe add 1 Mono + softbox as main light. I dont have a big budget so i have to paint the wall gray and use all kinds of filter and reflector panels, thanks a lot for your awsome tips !
An outstanding presenter. Very effective and efficient. I watched this episode multiple times and I do have a couple of grey backdrops (hanging and pop up types). But I watch it just to learn how your studio uses it and how you present it. Thank you.
Question: I have Ott Lights. I did not see a link where to buy the color Sheets that go around the lights. Also what lights do you suggest to buy that you can slip those different colors sheets in them?
Joe, you mentioned the 18% gray as preferable, and in the video you highlighted both #84 Dove Gray and #53 Charcoal. So, which one is 18% gray? Savage doesn't seem to list 18% gray specifically. Thanks for the tips.
I probably should have been a bit more clear Don Evans - I mention the 18% gray as a reference - but i personally don't worry about it being exact. Both of the colors you mentioned have worked very well for me and I have even used the slightly darker Thunder gray with excellent results. Sorry for the confusion
I agree with the principle, but personally I prefer a white over grey. It can also be black or grey, but not having to blast so much light at it to make it appear white definitely helps me with spill control. :)
White is absolutely my favorite s well +John Aldred ! I wanted to show the "budget challenged" that gray is an option that can save them a ton of money because of its versatility.
any tips on lighting setup on a seamless gray background (or any color) in a very small room. (maybe 12x12 ?) I've been using just a one off camera setup with a 60 in umbrella with subject about 4 ft.from backdrop and light about 2-3 ft. from subject. but keep getting uneven lighting and shadows. I'm assuming because it's too close ? If it was just portrait I could get away with it but they are full body so it shows the uneven fall off of the lighting. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks!
You haven't really given me enough information to be able to give you accurate answer Denise Foster. Lens, height or light and umbrella in relationship to the subject - all have a big impact on how successful you will be. I would encourage you to join my Facebook Group - facebook.com/groups/ispphotographers/ and I will be able to help you a little easier from there. In the meanwhile - please be sure to subscribe so that you don't miss any videos.
subscribed! .. would you get a richer colour from using different materials? I'm planning on buying a grey muslin background. will the same principle apply? thank you.
Awesome cgolding2587! Thanks for subscribing. Different materials will definitely yield variations in the results. Myself, I am not a big fan of muslin because of wrinkles and weight for a larger backdrop.
Hey Joe! Question about the grey backdrop fabric from Joann. What size is preferred? Comes in 58" width. Should I sew two widths together? Thanks a lot!!!
I usually purchase either 3 yrds or 4 yards Ryan Odneal. You really only need 3 yards for portraits, but as I show in this video: th-cam.com/video/9VsP4T9AFp4/w-d-xo.html I do from time-to-time use it for a full length shot and then the 4 yards is easier to work with. I don't sew two pieces together - you could - but you would then need to make sure that you always have the background out of focus (using depth of field) otherwise you will see the seam,
Hello Joe, this video was very usefull for me. Thanks. What do you think to use a green chroma key as backdrop then using any editing software you can isolate the model and add any backdrop you want.? Thanks for your time.
Don't use green Pablo Costa. It is very difficult to light a green screen and not pick up a green cast on your subject. You can use any color. I use a medium gray for most of my composites. www.joeedelman.com/composites
Great tutorial, this is the first I have seen where a black flag is not used to stop gel coloring face, would this be because the subject is set away from backdrop? would you need to use flags if you moved subject and light closer to the background, or is there a trick to avoid needing flags? :)
Ken Cox, yes and yes. The trick is understanding the inverse square law. You can watch my video on it here: th-cam.com/video/F41CRMpFNYk/w-d-xo.html Thanks for the comment!
Hi, thanks for the video, i see the studio has wooden floor that is kind of shiny, has this been a problem with the lights or strobes reflecting on the subjet or all around the room? I have the same type of floor at my home studio trailer and the roof is only 8 feet hight and is painted light beige, horrible. What would you recomend to put on the floor to not make it reflect light,,, any idea? Thanks in advance.
First of all locoderematet, the light beige ceiling will cause you more problems than the shiny floor. The wooden floor causes no issues with reflection or color cast. If you are having problems, try placing a seemless background under your subject.
Great video, your quality and consistency of top material is incredible. Your videos are amazing to look at, easy to watch, you are enthusiastic, smart, and engaging. I ordered a charcoal background from B & H. Wish I could purchase through your link. Keep up the great work, you are an inspiration.
Thanks for doing this Joe! I was just trying to figure this out. Question. How much power do I need coming out of a light to get the background white and have decent spread? Would a 300 watt light be sufficient?
You're welcome Chad Valifianakis! That question can't be answered. While a 300 watt light seems bright - I have no idea how bright your main lights are and the distance they are set from the subject or the distance your 300 watt light is from the background... and my list goes on. I also don't know the width of your background which will ultimately determine if you can light it evenly with one light. It is a challenge to do so and the bigger the background the lest practical that becomes. I would encourage you to watch my lighting videos as a starting point to figuring out your equipment needs. th-cam.com/video/RpbiUvXDB5U/w-d-xo.html
That is One great video. very helpful. And also Can you please explain how to shoot full length shots, rather than just portrait or head shots by adding gel to the background
Thank you! ismail mohammed Glad you enjoyed it!. Shooting full length is really no different than shooting headshots. Place your lights - with the gel at a distance that the flash will cover the background.
Good evening Joe, I just can't thank you enough for what you do. I know this is an old video, but I have several of your videos save and refer back to them to center my focus.
Hey Joe - doubt you'll respond so long from now, but would you recommend a middle grey if one was turning a basement room into a studio? Or keep it at white (or some other neutral pleasant colour) and use a middle grey paper roll?
It depends on what and how you like to shoot Alan Bailward This video explains my set-up: th-cam.com/video/cggfTPIQcHs/w-d-xo.html In the past I have done a studio half all white (floor, ceiling and walls) and half all gray - that also worked very well. Just think through your preferred workflow based on your style.
White size of seamless paper background do you have? Its the exact one I want to get! And the color you have as well. Ive been looking all over and had no idea which one to get but when I saw yours thats the size I wanted...
As a teacher of a different subject and not knowing any of this info, I show many how-to videos. This video is the best, most informed video I have ever seen.
Nice video... I wish I would have saw it first and maybe I would have just bought a grey background...long story... The good new is that I have a black background and I can get fall to black, black, grey, and white backgrounds. After watching your video, I do now see the benefit of gels...lol.... Maybe that will be my next purchase. Thanks again for sharing your experience.
Gunjan giri there is no way for me to give you a good answer to that question. I don't know what you are shooting - how much space you have - what lighting you have, etc. The best background color is the color you want for your video or green screen.
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One of the best on TH-cam, no BS, no axe grinding, no endless gear talk, just great advice and tips. Your videos are made to serve the veiwer and not polish your ego. Great work and thank you.
Thank you for the kind words Edwin McCracken ! Be sure to subscribe so that you don't miss any videos!
16 thumbs down? You guys have a better solution? I thought this video was spot on! Thank you for your tips!
Note: if you mix red and green light you won't get brown light you'll get white light.
hey Joe I don't have fancy setup like you BUT I have ingenuity lol..I would like to have the same background as your using and like the one that is advertised in description but not sure how I would suspend that in my condo? I have a green screen setup already but not sure if this is too heavy for that rig, any suggestions would be most appreciated...
This was excellent. Well done, simple and short. Perfect!
Awesome!! It's really helpful for choosing the color! Thank you very much!!
You're very welcome 자영업의 모든것! I am glad you enjoyed it!
You are far the best teacher. I grabbed easily and smoothly your tips , Thank you
Thanks Big E Holdings and THANKS for subscribing - great to have you along for the ride!
Joe,
Your videos are so invaluable! Amazing info! Quick question... Is med gray/18% gray the best background color to use when shooting models/subjects and adding a texture to the gray in post using Photoshop? Probably way cheaper than buying muslin and canvas backgrounds.
Thanks!
Thanks John Vito and THANKS for subscribing - great to have you along for the ride! When I plan to add textures in post - I do usually use the medium gray for the shot.
Smashing video and I could not agree more. I shot my entire #Futurnatrix project using just one 11m x 1.35m cloud grey seamless paper background. I think it perfectly illustrates your point about how versatile a grey background can be. If you are interested in checking the photographs out you can do so here: www.grahamshortphotography.co.uk/personal-projects/futurnatrix/
Cool stuff +Graham Kenneth Short ! You know I am all about the "learning". . . Do you have any behind the scenes shots that show your lighting set-up that you would be willing to share a link to so that the rest of the community can learn?
***** instagram.com/p/BD22v_GTfZT/
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instagram.com/p/_UB247zff8/
instagram.com/p/_TkzcGTfbt/
There's a few #bts shots from my Instagram feed. The key light is usually boomed up high out of the way of the shot but I try not to let the nose shadow touch the lips. A light on the floor shoots through a white umbrella. Sometimes I have silver umbrellas wrap light around from behind. Sometimes I put one or two lights on the background. Graduating different colours into one another on the background is fun! Using colour theory to select gels for lights and thinking about how much colour is going to be visible in the frame and whereabouts in the frame it will occur is important. Exposing for gels can be tricky however... I did all mine by eye and shot the whole project at my local community centre where I hired a room and set up my kit.
Awesome Graham Kenneth Short ! Thanks for sharing!
I follow many photography channels, some are very good indeed, but none of them teach you 'magic' tricks like this or other that I saw in this channel. Thanks!
I appreciate your kind words and comments Francisco Javier Periñán! Glad to have you along for the ride.
Very nice, well "any grey will work..." What about 70 Storm Grey? Any reason why there's no check mark on it? Thanks. ;-) Amazing tips btw.
Any grey will work Vladislav Igielski - as i mentioned in the video - I prefer the middle greys - thats the only reason the Storm Grey wasn't checked off.
Joe Edelman Thanks for clarification. I was just asking because Storm and Thunder grey were ones I could easily get at our local store. Finally I took advice from your chart and bought Thunder grey and so far I’m very happy. Works great, exactly as you showed us in your tutorial video. Thanks Joe, you’re doing great job with all your videos!!! I find them so inspiring! 👍
fantastic how easy it is when you do it turn gray to any color with gels. I've tried that with my nikon sb700 and nothing happens. something is wrong, maby the gels are to soft the one that comes with it or the flash is doing something wrong .....
what settings are you using on your camera and flashes? I've tried 1/125s to 1/8000s still nothing and flash ttl -2 stop and -3 stop but still no color.
hope you can help me and others that have the same issues with this.
//Jose
Without seeing your actually set-up José Campos, it is difficult to tell you exactly why it isn't working for you. I assure you this is a tried and proven technique, The most logical explanation is that your foreground lights are also lighting the background and that is what washes out the background color. You need to have some separation of the subject and the background so that your main lights don't light the background.
Thanks Joe! , always the best way to learn, direct and concise.
Can some help me to decide between Thunder Gray or Charcoal seamless paper?,
(Im focus in get colored background than get a white background. THANKS )
Really good! Thank you
You're welcome Matthias Lenardt I appreciate the comment!
@@theJoeEdelman ... will also buy grey ... alias: I already bought ... now it's only putting on the wall ... this is really fun! ... and different color lights will make the rest ... and this becomes so natural ... much better than green screen a.s.o. ... 😉👍🏼
refreshing to hear from someone who actually knows what they are taking about - and has prepared before filming! Enjoying browsing your back catalogue!
Awesome tutorial. Thanks for sharing. Where did you get the mannequin you used in this video. Thanks again.
Thanks for the kind words Beau Dazzle! I found my mannequin on eBay! ;-)
Thanks for taking the time to respond. Keep up the good work. Will subscribe and look forward to more great stuff.
That's an excellent explanation and demonstration. Thanks for posting this.
That velcro tip was amazing!! Better than using tape. Thanks for the idea!!
Glad you enjoyed it The Post Color Blog (Dave's Tuts)! I appreciate the comment!
Thank you! I was on my way to grab some paint for my TH-cam channel background while. This was exactly what I needed in order to buy the right paint! Subscribed and liked! Thank you 😊
Hi Joe. Love your video specially for me whose planning to buy a backdrop for my photoshoot. How about a gray backdrop having a grunge texture. Is it ok rather than having a plain gray backdrop? What is your advise. It will be highly appreciated.
Thanks man
can i ask a question? do u familiar with godox lighting? i have AD600 bu i dont know wich brand of soft box has a good quality , should i use godox softboxes or u recomend others?
Don't you wish you had someone like yourself when you started to save you time and money?
Many thanks for everything Mr Edelman.
lol Byte Aesx - I do wish there was Google and TH-cam back then in the dark ages, but I was very lucky - I had a few excellent mentors and that is a big part of what I do what I do today. Thanks for the kind words!
Grey is my way to go 95% of the time! :)
Great presentation! Clear, concise, and informative.
Thank you! P2MediaLA Glad you enjoyed it!
joe i love your channel great videos....
I appreciate your kind words and comments Lito Velez!
What kind of color gels are you using to make the background color so colorful? Is there a particular thickness or material gel?
You can use almost anything Karwanna Dyson. From lightweight cellophane to expensive cine gels - the most important factor is how deep is the color. The cellophane is usually very transparent and will only give you a tint of color. If you can afford them - the ones made specifically for photography generally are deeper in color. Here are some examples: amzn.to/2bxIT2H Glad to have you as a subscriber!
What cost effective lights do you prefer for lighting backgrounds? Thanks
Love the enthusiasm of your videos.
Thank you +Nicholas Fox and thanks for subscribing - it's great to have you along for the ride!
You 1st Affiliate Link (Icon) Is the Oyster Wisp Photography Backdrop you have listed. Is that a Middle Grey Color you were talking about? Also do you have any comments regarding this color and item?
Wow. Your Philly (Allentown) accident is thick. Nice! Great video, btw. Watching it via Chromecast.
LOL - Thanks gigfydotcom - I grew up in a suburb of Philly. THANKS for subscribing - great to have you along for the ride!
Thanks, Joe. Great videos. I'm already taking notes. Great transformation, health-wise from your older videos. Good job! I'm already plotting out turning my basement into a studio based on your suggestions.
I grew up in Philly, the (formerly known as) Great Northeast.
Yeah gigfydotcom - the Great Northeast isn't what it used to be. Have fin with the basement studio - let me know how it turns out. My next few videos will also feature some cool little gear pieces that will come in handy so Stay Tuned!
The first video was enough to subscribe. I'm grateful Joe that you share a wealth of information and wisdom with us.
Thanks unity2012 and THANKS for subscribing - great to have you along for the ride!
i was looking for a backdrops for my music/cooking channel ..this was v helpful ...thank you 😀
You're very welcome jennyluvsfood! I am glad you enjoyed it!
Very educative and cool video, literally fifty shades of grey :D
I'm planning on buying the fujifilm xt1 with a 35 and 60mm lens, paired with either speedlites or maybe add 1 Mono + softbox as main light. I dont have a big budget so i have to paint the wall gray and use all kinds of filter and reflector panels, thanks a lot for your awsome tips !
I thought the thumbnail was Logan Paul lmaooo
Making a video studio and will paint walls grey. Can you suggest what lights I'll need to put on the back walls?
An outstanding presenter. Very effective and efficient. I watched this episode multiple times and I do have a couple of grey backdrops (hanging and pop up types). But I watch it just to learn how your studio uses it and how you present it. Thank you.
And if I could only find GRAY TINT - STORM GRAY - SLATE GRAY .... What would be the selection?
What is the brand of vinyl backdrops you use?
Thanks!
Thanks a lot for making this video.👍👍
You're very welcome Cherly Mae! I am glad you enjoyed it!
Can you please provide another link to vinyl background
Question: I have Ott Lights. I did not see a link where to buy the color Sheets that go around the lights. Also what lights do you suggest to buy that you can slip those different colors sheets in them?
Awesome video! Thanks!
You're very welcome Cee Tee! I am glad you enjoyed it!
i was gunna buy 6 colours in backdrops ..... WOW
Great information Joe, thank you, you are one of the very best.
Thank you so much mamiyapress and THANKS for subscribing - great to have you along for the ride!
Joe, you mentioned the 18% gray as preferable, and in the video you highlighted both #84 Dove Gray and #53 Charcoal. So, which one is 18% gray? Savage doesn't seem to list 18% gray specifically. Thanks for the tips.
I probably should have been a bit more clear Don Evans - I mention the 18% gray as a reference - but i personally don't worry about it being exact. Both of the colors you mentioned have worked very well for me and I have even used the slightly darker Thunder gray with excellent results. Sorry for the confusion
Great tips for saving money ! Can you show us some tips on how to shoot long exposure both at night and bright sunny day?
Which gray from savage are you using in this demo
Muchas gracias por este video. Saludos desde argentinas
What light do you use to blow out the background? is there a cheap option too i have a small budget and i’m just starting out
Hi Joe I love your video! What kind of camera lens do you use?
I agree with the principle, but personally I prefer a white over grey. It can also be black or grey, but not having to blast so much light at it to make it appear white definitely helps me with spill control. :)
White is absolutely my favorite s well +John Aldred ! I wanted to show the "budget challenged" that gray is an option that can save them a ton of money because of its versatility.
any tips on lighting setup on a seamless gray background (or any color) in a very small room. (maybe 12x12 ?) I've been using just a one off camera setup with a 60 in umbrella with subject about 4 ft.from backdrop and light about 2-3 ft. from subject. but keep getting uneven lighting and shadows. I'm assuming because it's too close ? If it was just portrait I could get away with it but they are full body so it shows the uneven fall off of the lighting. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks!
You haven't really given me enough information to be able to give you accurate answer Denise Foster. Lens, height or light and umbrella in relationship to the subject - all have a big impact on how successful you will be. I would encourage you to join my Facebook Group - facebook.com/groups/ispphotographers/ and I will be able to help you a little easier from there. In the meanwhile - please be sure to subscribe so that you don't miss any videos.
subscribed! .. would you get a richer colour from using different materials? I'm planning on buying a grey muslin background. will the same principle apply? thank you.
Awesome cgolding2587! Thanks for subscribing. Different materials will definitely yield variations in the results. Myself, I am not a big fan of muslin because of wrinkles and weight for a larger backdrop.
Hey Joe! Question about the grey backdrop fabric from Joann. What size is preferred? Comes in 58" width. Should I sew two widths together? Thanks a lot!!!
I usually purchase either 3 yrds or 4 yards Ryan Odneal. You really only need 3 yards for portraits, but as I show in this video: th-cam.com/video/9VsP4T9AFp4/w-d-xo.html I do from time-to-time use it for a full length shot and then the 4 yards is easier to work with. I don't sew two pieces together - you could - but you would then need to make sure that you always have the background out of focus (using depth of field) otherwise you will see the seam,
Hello Joe, this video was very usefull for me. Thanks.
What do you think to use a green chroma key as backdrop then using any editing software you can isolate the model and add any backdrop you want.?
Thanks for your time.
Don't use green Pablo Costa. It is very difficult to light a green screen and not pick up a green cast on your subject. You can use any color. I use a medium gray for most of my composites. www.joeedelman.com/composites
Excelente video, me encantan estos consejos, asi si aprendo al segundo y todo es posible!!!!!
How would these color Gel perform using continuous lighting? which obviously is not as powerful as strobes
I use them routinely with LED lighting Projet Credo - Here is a recent example: th-cam.com/video/bPBqDXmOGY0/w-d-xo.html
Great tutorial, this is the first I have seen where a black flag is not used to stop gel coloring face, would this be because the subject is set away from backdrop? would you need to use flags if you moved subject and light closer to the background, or is there a trick to avoid needing flags? :)
Ken Cox, yes and yes. The trick is understanding the inverse square law. You can watch my video on it here: th-cam.com/video/F41CRMpFNYk/w-d-xo.html Thanks for the comment!
Saludos. Tus tutoriales son extraordinarios y de gran ayuda, además de estar con subtítulos en español.
Agradezco mucho tu aportación.
Gracias por las amables palabras Raul flores!
Absolutely amazing tutorial!
I LOVE THIS VIDEO Thank you so much Joe for these AMAZING TIPS - You ROCK BABY BABY BABY
You're very welcome Mike Nebula Photography! Thank you so much for the kind words!
Hi, thanks for the video, i see the studio has wooden floor that is kind of shiny, has this been a problem with the lights or strobes reflecting on the subjet or all around the room? I have the same type of floor at my home studio trailer and the roof is only 8 feet hight and is painted light beige, horrible. What would you recomend to put on the floor to not make it reflect light,,, any idea? Thanks in advance.
First of all locoderematet, the light beige ceiling will cause you more problems than the shiny floor. The wooden floor causes no issues with reflection or color cast. If you are having problems, try placing a seemless background under your subject.
@@theJoeEdelman thanks for the reply. I will try this and will report back. Looking forward to your next video. Thanks
I tried it and it worked, no nasty reflection on my subject skin,,,,thanks, Maestro
Awesome@@locoderemate ! Thanks for the update!
Wow!! Im amazedd,,very well explained...sir... thanks for.inspiring usss......
You're very welcome jayson nambio! I am glad you enjoyed it!
Thank you. This was very helpful
Joe, any recommendations for a good/cheap strobe light?
Great video, your quality and consistency of top material is incredible. Your videos are amazing to look at, easy to watch, you are enthusiastic, smart, and engaging. I ordered a charcoal background from B & H. Wish I could purchase through your link. Keep up the great work, you are an inspiration.
Thanks for doing this Joe! I was just trying to figure this out. Question. How much power do I need coming out of a light to get the background white and have decent spread? Would a 300 watt light be sufficient?
You're welcome Chad Valifianakis! That question can't be answered. While a 300 watt light seems bright - I have no idea how bright your main lights are and the distance they are set from the subject or the distance your 300 watt light is from the background... and my list goes on. I also don't know the width of your background which will ultimately determine if you can light it evenly with one light. It is a challenge to do so and the bigger the background the lest practical that becomes. I would encourage you to watch my lighting videos as a starting point to figuring out your equipment needs. th-cam.com/video/RpbiUvXDB5U/w-d-xo.html
That is One great video. very helpful.
And also Can you please explain how to shoot full length shots, rather than just portrait or head shots by adding gel to the background
Thank you! ismail mohammed Glad you enjoyed it!. Shooting full length is really no different than shooting headshots. Place your lights - with the gel at a distance that the flash will cover the background.
Love your videos by the way there super helpful.
the best video you're the best wooowww really great
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Tks joe seeyou.
I'm building a multipurpose studio in nj.. I needed to hear this
I'm a beginner in photography. Thanks for your share these tutorials and it's very useful to me!!
You're very welcome Jux Liao! I am glad you find them helpful!
hey man you are the best and i love watching all your tutorial ...Thx so much Joe Edelman...
You're very welcome Chijioke Ezeh!
Great tip in a great video. Keep practicing your Spanish, for the next test with something more complicated like. "Hasta la vista baby" ;- )
Awesome Alvaro del Rio! I'm glad you enjoyed it! Have you subscribed to the channel yet?
A grey background looks awesome in black and white. sounds funny when out of context hehe
LOL Yerko Rodriguez! 🤣
Very informative and well produced. The video quality is excellent. Kudos and thanks.
You're very welcome Ken Stewart! I am glad you enjoyed it!
Great vid and tips. So glad I went with a 50% grey backdrop. so versatile!
Thank you David Rumley Photography! Glad you like the grey!
Best video I found to answer my questions, THANK YOU SO MUCH! Super informative!
Glad I could help Sarah Carrell! Thanks for the kind words!
Good evening Joe, I just can't thank you enough for what you do. I know this is an old video, but I have several of your videos save and refer back to them to center my focus.
Glad you find them helpful TerryJ Photography! Thanks for the kind words!
Hey Joe - doubt you'll respond so long from now, but would you recommend a middle grey if one was turning a basement room into a studio? Or keep it at white (or some other neutral pleasant colour) and use a middle grey paper roll?
It depends on what and how you like to shoot Alan Bailward This video explains my set-up: th-cam.com/video/cggfTPIQcHs/w-d-xo.html In the past I have done a studio half all white (floor, ceiling and walls) and half all gray - that also worked very well. Just think through your preferred workflow based on your style.
White size of seamless paper background do you have? Its the exact one I want to get! And the color you have as well. Ive been looking all over and had no idea which one to get but when I saw yours thats the size I wanted...
I use the Dove Gray: amzn.to/2cBBNPg and the Thunder Gray: amzn.to/2bTEEDj Alexa Ramirez ! Be sure to subscribe so that you don't miss any videos!
Hello. Mind sharing the CMYK values of your grey?
My favorite is a Savage Thunder Gray Lines Photography Kenya. (60,57,47,21)
how about trying 18% grey fingernails.
nah Mark Lyell - then I would have to have lighting to change the color of the nails! 💅🏻
Joe Edelman haha... nice one. Super videos btw, thank you.
Thanks Mark Lyell!
the way you explain things and the tips you give are always the best. you give so much detail its great. thanks for all your help.
You're very welcome Moses Angel! Thank you so much for the kind words!
Joe, you've got a great channel here. Great tips, great DIY, concise personable presentation. Good on ya, brother.
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As a teacher of a different subject and not knowing any of this info, I show many how-to videos. This video is the best, most informed video I have ever seen.
Thank you Jim Nierman! I appreciate the kind words and support!
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i am beginning to dabble in photography, and this video was very helpful in figuring out what i need.
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Joe,
What kind of Studio strobes are hanging behind you?
In this video William Helpley they are Flashpoint 320M's (amzn.to/2vXsYpG) My strobe of choice: th-cam.com/video/oMBwmRz9_BQ/w-d-xo.html
Vinyl or paper?
Depends on your budget and how good your supports are. There is no one answer.
Thankyou so mush studio master 😇
Hi Mr. Edelman. I want to thank you, your videos are a great motivation for me.
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Nice video... I wish I would have saw it first and maybe I would have just bought a grey background...long story... The good new is that I have a black background and I can get fall to black, black, grey, and white backgrounds. After watching your video, I do now see the benefit of gels...lol.... Maybe that will be my next purchase. Thanks again for sharing your experience.
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This video is what I am looking for, for a long time. Thank you.
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Sir I am from India... I shoot my video ...so please tell me my best background color for the room..
Gunjan giri there is no way for me to give you a good answer to that question. I don't know what you are shooting - how much space you have - what lighting you have, etc. The best background color is the color you want for your video or green screen.
I just found you a few days ago. been binge watching since. thank you for sharing your knowledge!
You're very welcome bill taylor! Thank you so much for the kind words!
Thanks Joe... good to know... Thumbs up...
Great! i loved your tutorial
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Joe I appreciate video so much thank you, i dig your style
Thank you Joseph Lopez! I really appreciate the kind words!
Great video... Great channel! Thanks for all the advice
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