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DAY 211 | PHOTOGRAPHY 101 |
Using Artificial Light
WHEN YOU’RE STUCK WITH LOUSY LIGHT, MAKE YOUR OWN
There are two main kinds of artificial light: studio strobes and continuous lights. Strobes emit short bursts of light when triggered, and continuous lights stay on all of the time. (These are also referred to as hot lights because they generally emit a large amount of heat.)
Artificial light is most often used in photography studios. Setting up studio lights and adjusting their settings is a complete science in itself and will require practice to obtain consistent results.
Studio strobe with softbox.
Artificial lights are rarely used as-is. ...
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