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The Magic of Light Painting
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The Magic of Light Painting

by Tim Cooper
April 2014
Intermediate to advanced
65 pages
1h 40m
English
Peachpit Press
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Flashlights

Just about any type of flashlight will provide enough illumination to see in the dark, but when it comes to choosing a precision tool for light painting, you’ll want to consider several features.

1. Durability/quality

2. Beam quality

3. Intensity

4. Color

Durability is an important consideration for this often-used tool. I far prefer to spend a little more on something that will last. Higher quality flashlights are often what they call weatherproof. While not quite waterproof, these will be more than adequate in inclement weather. They will also withstand the impact of the inevitable fall.

Beam quality refers to the shape and integrity of the beam of light. Cheaper flashlights will often exhibit uneven illumination from the center ...

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