🔥 Stop Obsessing Over Light Power Settings! 🔥
If you’re constantly asking, “What power setting should I use for my lights?”—you’re asking the wrong question. In Part 1 of the Power Settings Series, I break down why focusing solely on light power is holding you back.
Instead, I’ll teach you how to think beyond numbers and focus on how distance, modifiers, and light behavior actually impact your results. This video will help you understand the fundamentals of lighting control so you can create stunning, professional images—every time.
🎯 What You’ll Learn:
• Why light power settings are often misleading
• How light modifiers and distance impact exposure
• The key factors that actually determine perfect lighting
👉 Start thinking like a pro and take control of your lighting!
📺 Watch the rest of the series:
• Part 2: Master Exposure Like a Pro https://youtu.be/XqZV1sF2i4g
• Part 3: Creative decisions and Camera Settings for Stunning Shots https://youtu.be/s0r9qU4Y-90
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Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
02:13 - Watt Seconds vs. Lumens
04:12 - Scale - 1/8th? 1/8th of what?
06:22 - Distance? - Inverse Square Law
06:43 - Modifiers Matter
07:21 - How large is your room?
08:18 - Skin Tone?
08:52 - In the real world?
11:51 - Conclusion
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