Reflecting Light
Finding the light and becoming aware of the shadows is always an important part of my photographic process, but the next step often involves how I want to handle the contrast. If I want to reveal shadow detail, but the contrast is higher than the camera’s ability to capture, I consider using specific tools to compress this contrast without losing detail in the highlights. The best tool in my arsenal for this is often a reflector.
Using a reflector
Contrast and the presence of shadows is always a big consideration for my portraits. Depending on how I visualize the image, I can use the hard shadows to produce impact and a strong mood, or I can work for softer shadows for a softer look. One of the most effective ways of doing ...
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