I have been buying and saving things from dollar tree to make a cheapo lighting setup. But because im adhd and have no imagination they have sat in my garage. After watching this i know exactly what to do with my supplies ive bought. Thank you so much these tips are perfect! An entire lighting tutorial and diy video all in one, brilliant!
Great range of ideas, from inexpensive to virtually free, and the video is very well-done. I mainly do landscape and event photography, so I didn't want to invest much in equipment I don't use that often. This is exactly what I was looking for to set up lighting for Ebay photographs quickly and cheaply--many thanks!
this was both SUPER helpful re: how to save money on all these equipment but also really informative for the beginner photographer (like myself) on how these things even work, and the techniques for using them. thank you so much! really appreciate the help! :) ❤
Dear Gemini Connect. Just when I thought I had used up all my lighting ideas, you came along with such brilliant suggestions, I cannot thank you enough. You are bookmarked, and subscribed. I struggle with jewelry photography, I would love to see a video on that. I will be back.
This has been a fantastically useful video, I've been stuck for how to solve some photography problems for a good month now, with no extra money to spend on special accessories. This answered any question I could have had, thank you SO much
Oh wow, this tutorial is really great! I want to try my hand at product photography, and my natural impulse is to go online and buy a bunch of lighting equipment that I'm not even sure how to work with. That would cost me a lot, and who knows if I'd end up using half of it. Now I've learned how to DIY the basics, so in the very least I'll learn more about my preferences, and if later I decide to buy, it will be an informed purchase. I also LOVED your very visual explanation about how to use everything. THANK YOU!!!! (My ex-husband was a very technical, pro photographer, with tons of expensive equipment and sharp knowledge. But I learnt very little with him, as it all sounded very daunting. Your manner of teaching, on the other hand, is very approachable to beginners.)
I'm starting to downsize & eBay things. I want to take great pictures to attract buyers. This tutorial is SO helpful for keeping my costs low & avoiding buying more "stuff". Thank you!! 🤗
Thousands of likes for your video. I was planning to buy a light box for product photography because I dont know how to set up the light correctly, but after this, can DIY everything. Appreciate it. Big thanks.
Thank you so much for demonstrating and explaining the different lighting setups that we all can easily replicate at home. I found your short video so interesting and useful many thanks
So awesome! I had the right clips, Harbor Freight and inexpensive, and made everything you talked about in 15 minutes. It all works and I just got 'upgraded' in my "studio". Thank You. I see what you mean about the reflection on a wine bottle, difficult.
I loved this video. So much info… I’m a newbie and love to take pics my kids.. in addition to that, I’m in a mission to take beautiful photos of my macarons because their just so gorgeous! I’ve always love photography just don’t have time to practice a lot between work and kids. Thank you for the info!
Have you ever thought about sticking the Speedlight inside of the LED Softbox with the LED as a modeling light? I have been wracking my brain looking for an LED modeling light solution for my speedlights in Softboxes and I think you may have single handedly came up with the solution. I've been so focused on put the the LED somehow in inside my octagon softbox mounted to a Godox S Adapter that it never occurred to me to try sticking the Speedlight inside a square LED Softbox with the LED Light as the Modeling light. You flipped the script. Thank You!
Learned a lot. I'm inspired. Glad to find out I don't need 1000+$$ just to reflect light. Haha. I appreciate the way you come off as a "real person". Not some horribly scripted actor like many other vids I found.
I'm looking for ways to light still life setups for painting, and I love these ideas! It will make a huge difference, and not break the bank. Thanks so much!
Graphic Design student here and this video is so helpful!! I really enjoyed how you explained different terms as well as describing a variety of backgrounds. I have a couple projects coming up, but the tone of you voice literally relieves anxiety!!! Will sub and come back for more✌🏼😌
I'm an onlineshop owner. It's kinda tricky to take good photos for my products and this tutorial for easy and super cheap DIY was very advantageous. Thank you
Thank you for this informative video. For someone looking to enhance product photography, I didn’t want to spend a lot for a soft box light. I’m going to to try your diy tips.
Hi! I didn’t see the LED light panel in the product link, just the soft box. Could you share where you got that or some affordable options for LED light panels with the dimmer/warm/cool controls? Thank you so much for sharing these! :)
I like the idea of using LED light as source of fill light,since I''ve tried using strobe only,honestly I never seen the diffuser which is attached to the LED light,the square one.I thinks it's gorgeous.And I can see the differ effect to the result.Once again thanks for this useful tutorial,such as short&vividly clear.Thanks
this was so great, thank you. i was looking for more tips about beauty lighting stuff, for youtube and instagram... but I watched the whole thing because you were just so concise and informational and made everything so simple. Now I know how to make a snoot! And I've never heard of a snoot!
This is a great video Thank you so much for this video I love do use DIY solutions. . Any tips for Hummingbirds video photography? I have to soften the sunlight I thought of using a semitransparent shading from above, and maybe led light with softbox
Nice and informative tutorial, I would like to know which dslr camera would you recommend for beginner stroke student to the game. who is looking to mostly use a camera for product photography stroke still life (with the end images needing to be blown up reasonably large)?? thanks in advance.
I LOVE LOVE LOOOOOOOOVE THIS VIDEO... it's not just how to make lights, but HOW TO USE THE LIGHTING FOR A VARIETY OF LIGHTING METHODS!! THANK YOU #GEMINI!!! #LIKED #Subscribed #bellclicked #commented and #FOLLOWING
Thank you so much for this amazing video. So much great info and trick. Thank you! A beautiful woman always a plus 😊 I was glued to every word. Thanks for the info it helped me big time! I can get some diy stuff going and clients in.
Great video! I loved your explanations and examples. I would love to learn more about working with silver or jewelry in general. Do you happen to have any good tips? Thanks!
Thank you! Jewelry can be tough because it is shiny, can have reflections, and often needs a prop to stand it up (think a necklace or ring). Consider getting jewelry props/holders, and making sure the light is ultra soft and diffused to avoid reflections.
I have been buying and saving things from dollar tree to make a cheapo lighting setup. But because im adhd and have no imagination they have sat in my garage. After watching this i know exactly what to do with my supplies ive bought. Thank you so much these tips are perfect! An entire lighting tutorial and diy video all in one, brilliant!
That is so great to hear! I'm glad you found the video helpful.
From someone who is considering a foray into product photography, I now have information with respect to DIY softboxes and reflectors; thank you.
This tutorial is so well done with a lot of information shared in a short time. Thank you for taking the time for this, it is very helpful.
So glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching 😊
Excellent tutorial, great to have both the DIY and professional equipment results so clearly demonstrated, many thx!
Wao. This video was so brightening! Thanks for all the information!
Glad you enjoyed it Wendy ❤️
Possibly the best tutorial video on any subject I have seen on TH-cam. and I look at a lot of TH-cam! thank you so much
I'm so glad to hear that. Thank you for watching 🙏
Great range of ideas, from inexpensive to virtually free, and the video is very well-done. I mainly do landscape and event photography, so I didn't want to invest much in equipment I don't use that often. This is exactly what I was looking for to set up lighting for Ebay photographs quickly and cheaply--many thanks!
this was both SUPER helpful re: how to save money on all these equipment but also really informative for the beginner photographer (like myself) on how these things even work, and the techniques for using them. thank you so much! really appreciate the help! :) ❤
So glad you enjoyed the video! 😊
Helping people will never go out of style, thank you 🙏 including your soothing voice ❤️
Thank you for watching 🙏
You speak so very clearly and intelligently. SUBBED!!!!!
Dear Gemini Connect. Just when I thought I had used up all my lighting ideas, you came along with such brilliant suggestions, I cannot thank you enough. You are bookmarked, and subscribed. I struggle with jewelry photography, I would love to see a video on that. I will be back.
I really appreciate this video. It's nice to see diy versions of professional gear but to compare them is super valuable! Thank you!
This has been a fantastically useful video, I've been stuck for how to solve some photography problems for a good month now, with no extra money to spend on special accessories. This answered any question I could have had, thank you SO much
Oh wow, this tutorial is really great! I want to try my hand at product photography, and my natural impulse is to go online and buy a bunch of lighting equipment that I'm not even sure how to work with. That would cost me a lot, and who knows if I'd end up using half of it. Now I've learned how to DIY the basics, so in the very least I'll learn more about my preferences, and if later I decide to buy, it will be an informed purchase. I also LOVED your very visual explanation about how to use everything. THANK YOU!!!!
(My ex-husband was a very technical, pro photographer, with tons of expensive equipment and sharp knowledge. But I learnt very little with him, as it all sounded very daunting. Your manner of teaching, on the other hand, is very approachable to beginners.)
This is so great to hear! I’m glad you found the video helpful 🙏
Amazing video! Love the variety of examples. NO EXCUSES.
Very helpful I didn't realize the scope of product photography as I work on my online store, you gave me hope . " keep hope alive " 😀
Thank you for the to-the-point video!! I learned a TON just watching on mute - will watch again with the sound! This is a photo game changer!!!! TYY!!
been into a hard decision to buy a suitable soft box,,thank god i found your video that help me save a lot 😊
Thank you for these tips. I'm getting into product photography and I'm working with a very tight budget. Tbis will help me a lot!
I'm starting to downsize & eBay things. I want to take great pictures to attract buyers. This tutorial is SO helpful for keeping my costs low & avoiding buying more "stuff". Thank you!! 🤗
So glad you found the video helpful. Thanks for watching Kimberly 😊
This video has given me the confidence to venture into home lighting. Interesting and very informative. Many thanks.
Thousands of likes for your video. I was planning to buy a light box for product photography because I dont know how to set up the light correctly, but after this, can DIY everything. Appreciate it. Big thanks.
Pre-made lightboxes vary so much in quality. Much easier and cheaper to DIY IMO. Thank you for watching! 😊
You are good photographer and teacher.Thanks for sharing lot of tricks.
Best video I've watched about this. Thank you SO much for sharing, you're a jem
Thank you so much for demonstrating and explaining the different lighting setups that we all can easily replicate at home. I found your short video so interesting and useful many thanks
This is a photography masterclass!
So awesome! I had the right clips, Harbor Freight and inexpensive, and made everything you talked about in 15 minutes. It all works and I just got 'upgraded' in my "studio". Thank You. I see what you mean about the reflection on a wine bottle, difficult.
YES - Horror Fright is the place to buy the clamps inexpensively.
Here in Brazil the products are much expensive, so this diy is awesome for us, and for the final client.
thanks a lot!!
I loved this video. So much info… I’m a newbie and love to take pics my kids.. in addition to that, I’m in a mission to take beautiful photos of my macarons because their just so gorgeous! I’ve always love photography just don’t have time to practice a lot between work and kids. Thank you for the info!
That sounds lovely! These would be great techniques for food photography 👌
Great basic lighting tutorial for someone like me with limited knowledge and even better DIY hacks.
Best product photography video I’ve ever seen.
Have you ever thought about sticking the Speedlight inside of the LED Softbox with the LED as a modeling light? I have been wracking my brain looking for an LED modeling light solution for my speedlights in Softboxes and I think you may have single handedly came up with the solution. I've been so focused on put the the LED somehow in inside my octagon softbox mounted to a Godox S Adapter that it never occurred to me to try sticking the Speedlight inside a square LED Softbox with the LED Light as the Modeling light. You flipped the script. Thank You!
Learned a lot. I'm inspired. Glad to find out I don't need 1000+$$ just to reflect light. Haha. I appreciate the way you come off as a "real person". Not some horribly scripted actor like many other vids I found.
Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed the video and the style 🙏😊
I'm looking for ways to light still life setups for painting, and I love these ideas! It will make a huge difference, and not break the bank. Thanks so much!
Super professional and super concise. Good job
Graphic Design student here and this video is so helpful!! I really enjoyed how you explained different terms as well as describing a variety of backgrounds. I have a couple projects coming up, but the tone of you voice literally relieves anxiety!!! Will sub and come back for more✌🏼😌
That is so great to hear. Thank you so much for watching Abby 😊🙏
Thank you for your video. Lots of info shared in an easily understood way by a personable and informed presenter.
Thank you so much ❤
Good idea with the towel paper for the effects. I will try today , thank you
I'm an onlineshop owner. It's kinda tricky to take good photos for my products and this tutorial for easy and super cheap DIY was very advantageous. Thank you
Thank you for this informative video. For someone looking to enhance product photography, I didn’t want to spend a lot for a soft box light. I’m going to to try your diy tips.
Tutorial is so well done! Lots of information and are easy to understand! Thank you for sharing this!
Hi! I didn’t see the LED light panel in the product link, just the soft box. Could you share where you got that or some affordable options for LED light panels with the dimmer/warm/cool controls? Thank you so much for sharing these! :)
Wow! Thank you, this is so well explained in detail, I have been searching online for information, but this beats what I found by far. Thank you
THANK YOU SO MUCH. APPRECIATE YOUR TUTORIAL.
excellent tutorial. thank you
Thanks for your tutorial,I appreciate all the informations.
I like the idea of using LED light as source of fill light,since I''ve tried using strobe only,honestly I never seen the diffuser which is attached to the LED light,the square one.I thinks it's gorgeous.And I can see the differ effect to the result.Once again thanks for this useful tutorial,such as short&vividly clear.Thanks
THANKS FOR ALL THE TIPS!
Very helpful video. Great job. (I'd never used a snoot before. What a great way to get a spot of light.)
Thanks! Really helpful for amateur photographers!!
I've learned so much. It helped tremendously
so much informations in one video, thank you
Can I use black cloth as substitute?
Thank you for your food efforts!
this was so great, thank you. i was looking for more tips about beauty lighting stuff, for youtube and instagram... but I watched the whole thing because you were just so concise and informational and made everything so simple. Now I know how to make a snoot! And I've never heard of a snoot!
I'm so glad you found the video helpful! Thank you for watching 🙏
Very juicy content. Thank you! You make it easy for me.
Can i use that D FUSE red color softbox on ring light and can u say full name of that softbox. Thanks fr good video 💯💯
Great video, just came across it right now, awesome content, thank you!
Wow.... thank you so much. For this tutorial. It's so well done. I'll try out some of the DIY and see. Thanks again
Very helpful! Thank you for sharing this 🙏❤️
You're welcome!
Please.. 12:13....what was the focal length of your lens and what distance between lens and the object ...thank you for that perfect video....
Very informative and well planned. Thanks for sharing👏🏾👏🏾
hi, thank you very much for your tips and share about studio lighting .. appreciate so much .. thank you :)
You're welcome! Thank you for watching.
This is a great video
Thank you so much for this video
I love do use DIY solutions.
. Any tips for Hummingbirds video photography?
I have to soften the sunlight I thought of using a semitransparent shading from above, and maybe led light with softbox
Your ideas sound solid. Use anything that won't scare the hummingbirds away of keep them from returning.
Thank you so so much this is extremely helpful
I found this video to be very interesting, informative, and well presented. Thank you, and all the best!
Thank you for watching!
This is a great tutorial and really helpful for me at this time. Thank you.
Really good quality video cheers
Nice and informative tutorial, I would like to know which dslr camera would you recommend for beginner stroke student to the game. who is looking to mostly use a camera for product photography stroke still life (with the end images needing to be blown up reasonably large)?? thanks in advance.
Anything Sony (ie the a6000 line, or A7 series if you can afford it). Sony has the biggest lens selection out of all the mirrorless cameras.
Awesome. Tnks for the video! What about umbrella?
Umbrellas are great lighting diffusers.
Very helpful video, thanks it was very well explain
Thank you so much for sharing
amazing !! head of the barong ket on the cupboard
Brilliant video!
Great idea thanks for sharing❤️
Excellent 👍 Thank you.
this was sooooo good! thank you!
Thank you so much for this. 🥰🥰🥰
You're welcome! Glad you enjoyed it.
Grate tutorial with ultra nice speaker, kudos :)
So glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching 🙂
Thank you so much it was quite useful for me. 🙏
Very very informative. Thank you!
Awesome job.
Which led did you show in the video?
Thank you very much, this vid will save me a ton :)
You explained very well . I really liked it thank you for information
You're welcome! Thank you for watching 🙏
I LOVE LOVE LOOOOOOOOVE THIS VIDEO... it's not just how to make lights, but HOW TO USE THE LIGHTING FOR A VARIETY OF LIGHTING METHODS!! THANK YOU #GEMINI!!! #LIKED #Subscribed #bellclicked #commented and #FOLLOWING
Hi! Great video! I just wanted to know the soft box you use (the rectangular one) how many lightbulbs does it have? How many watts?
Useful money saving tips for the beginners. Professional lighting system costs too much. Thanks.
Wow excellent 👍. Thank you 😊🙏
Loved this video
Very helpful. Thanks for this video
You're welcome! 🙏
Nicely done.
Well done ✔ 👍
I've done this already and its great 😍😍😍
Thanks Jose! Glad that it worked out well for you.
Thank you for sharing
Thank you! This is a great help. May i know if this is also possible for 2D Painting? thank you. :D
well done and good luck with your YT business!
Thanks for watching Peter 😊
Thank you so much for this amazing video. So much great info and trick. Thank you! A beautiful woman always a plus 😊 I was glued to every word. Thanks for the info it helped me big time! I can get some diy stuff going and clients in.
Thank you so much !
Thanks
A very nice and informative presentation.
Great video! I loved your explanations and examples. I would love to learn more about working with silver or jewelry in general. Do you happen to have any good tips? Thanks!
Thank you! Jewelry can be tough because it is shiny, can have reflections, and often needs a prop to stand it up (think a necklace or ring). Consider getting jewelry props/holders, and making sure the light is ultra soft and diffused to avoid reflections.