In this episode Mark Wallace shows you how to use layers in Photoshop.
Gear used in this video
Parking Lot Studio
In this episode Mark Wallace shows you how to build a high key lighting setup in a parking lot. Mark uses foam core panels and light stands to create shade and control the light. A white background is illuminated by the sun to create a Richard Avedon style photograph. This can be done with or without an on-camera flash.
Gear used in this video
- Matthews 5 lb. Cordura Sandbag with Sand, Black
- Savage Nucor, Plain Uncoated Foam Mount Board, 40×60″, Pack of 12 Boards
- Matthews Full Apple Box – 12x8x20″
- Permacell Gaffer Tape 25 Yards x 2″- Black
- Westcott Pro 8′ Free Sliding Lightstand with 5/8 Mounting Stud, 4 Sections with 3 Risers, Black Anodized
- Savage Seamless Background Paper, 107″ wide x 50 yards, Super White, #1
- Bogen Black Free Standing Background Support System, with Crossbar & Stands
- Canon EOS-5D Mark II Digital SLR Camera Body
- Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L USM AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens with Case & Hood
- Canon Speedlite 580EX II
Getting it Right in Camera
In this episode Mark takes us through his creative process to see if it’s possible to get it right in camera. Join Mark in the studio for a hands-on demonstration that shows how he uses photography fundamentals to achieve his final images. Does he get what he wants? Is it possible to get it right in camera? Watch and find out.
Gear used in this video
- X-Rite Digital ColorChecker Passport, Exposure & White Balance System
- Sekonic Exposure Profile Target II
- PhotoVision 14″ Pocket One-Shot Digital Calibration Target
- Nikon D3S Body Only
- Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8G AF-S VR II Zoom-Nikkor ED-IF Lens
- PocketWizard Plus III Transceiver #801-130
- Manfrotto 055XPROB Black Tripod Legs
- Manfrotto Midi Ball Head 498 with RC2 Rapid Connect Plate
Constant Light Versus Flash
In this episode Mark walks through the differences between using constant light and light from a flash. Join Mark in the studio for a hands-on demonstration that shows how constant light produces different results than light coming from a flash.
Gear used in this video
- Nikon D3S Body Only
- Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8G AF-S VR II Zoom-Nikkor ED-IF Lens
- PocketWizard Plus III Transceiver #801-130
- Manfrotto 055XPROB Black Tripod Legs
- Manfrotto Midi Ball Head 498 with RC2 Rapid Connect Plate
- Matthews Baby Junior Triple Riser Stand with Wheels,
- Profoto Acute2R 1200 Pro Value Pack
- Photoflex Litedome Platinum, Large 36″ x 48″ Softbox
- Arri 650/3 Compact Fresnel Kit with 3 650 Watt Plus Fresnel Tungsten Lights, Bulbs, Accessories, & Wheeled Case – 1,950 Watts, 120 Volts.
- Quantum Turbo SC Slim Compact Battery Power Pack
- Quantum Cable CK-E2 for Turbo Battery
Find the Light
In this episode Mark demonstrates some techniques for shooting portraits (and a few other things) in natural light. Mark uses nothing but his camera, no reflectors or fill flash, to get terrific results. Mark also talks about open shade and how you can use it to get different lighting results.
Gear used in this video
- Fujifilm X-PRO1 Digital Camera Body, 16.3 Megapixel, APS-C X-Trans CMOS Sensor, 3.0″ LCD Monitor, Hi-Speed USB 2.0
- Fujifilm XF 60mm (90mm) F/2.4 Lens
- Sekonic L-358 Flash Master, Weatherproof Digital Incident & Reflected Flash and Ambient Light Meter
- Lowepro Pro Runner 200 AW Photo Backpack holds DSLR and 3 to 4 Lenses, Black
How Color Influences B&W Photography
In this week’s episode, Mark shows you how color can affect your black and white photography. Watch as Mark demonstrates specific techniques that can be applied in Lightroom or similar editing software to get the best results when working with black and white photography.
Gear used in this video
- Nikon D3S Body Only
- Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S Nikkor Lens – Nikon U.S.A. Warranty
- Apple MacBook Pro 15.4 inch LED Notebook
- Tether tableTether Tools Tether Table Premier, 18″ x 16″ – Black
- Adobe Photoshop Lightroom V4 Software
- Savage Seamless Background Paper, 107″ wide x 50 yards, Slate Gray, #26
- Nikon SB-910 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight
- Westcott 32″ White Satin Umbrella with Removable Black Cover
- PocketWizard Plus III Transceiver #801-130
- X-Rite Digital ColorChecker Passport, Exposure & White Balance System
Built-in Light Meter (Part 2 of Light Stick and Speedlights)
In this week’s episode, the second part of Episode 230, Mark shows you how to activate the built-in light meter in your speedlight for use on a lightstick. Watch as Mark shows you how this technique allows you to use any brand flash with any brand camera!
Gear used in this video
- Induro AM14 Alloy 8M AM-Series 4-Section Monopod, Extends to 57.6″, Supports 17.6 lbs.
- Benro A48F Classic Monopod – Aluminum Flip Lock Leg
- Lastolite 24″ x 24″ Ezybox Hot Shoe Softbox Kit with Mark II Bracket
- PocketWizard FlexTT5 Transceiver Radio Slave for Nikon i-TTL
- PocketWizard FlexTT5 Transceiver for Canon DSLR
- Pocket-Wizard Plus II Auto Sensing Smart Transceiver
- PocketWizard MiniTT1 Transmitter for Canon DSLR
- PocketWizard MiniTT1 Radio Slave Transmitter for Nikon i-TTL
- PocketWizard Locking PC to Miniphone
- Adorama Stud Adapter Set ” Female & Male 1/4X & 3/8″ Stud
- Interfit Photographic Umbrella Holder with Hotshoe Adapter
- Quantum Turbo SC Slim Compact Battery Power Pack
- Quantum Cable CK-E2 for Turbo Battery
- Quantum Cable CZ2 Canon Cable for Turbo Battery
- Canon Speedlite 580EX II
- Nikon SB-910 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight
- Nikon SB-900 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number 132 – Gray Market
- Nikon D3S Body Only
- Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8G AF-S VR II Zoom-Nikkor ED-IF Lens
- Nikon D7000 Digital SLR Camera Kit with 18-105mm DX VR Lens
- Canon EOS-5D Mark II Digital SLR Camera Body
- Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L USM AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens with Case & Hood
- Canon EOS Rebel T3i Digital SLR Camera, 18 Megapixels, Full HD Movie Mode, Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II Lens
Light Stick and Speedlights: Pt. 1
In this week’s episode Mark shows you how to make a light stick and trigger off-camera speedlights. Watch as Mark builds a light stick on set and then takes you to the park for a demonstration.
Gear used in this video
- Induro AM14 Alloy 8M AM-Series 4-Section Monopod, Extends to 57.6″, Supports 17.6 lbs.
- Benro A48F Classic Monopod – Aluminum Flip Lock Leg
- Lastolite 24″ x 24″ Ezybox Hot Shoe Softbox Kit with Mark II Bracket
- PocketWizard FlexTT5 Transceiver Radio Slave for Nikon i-TTL
- PocketWizard FlexTT5 Transceiver for Canon DSLR
- Pocket-Wizard Plus II Auto Sensing Smart Transceiver
- PocketWizard MiniTT1 Transmitter for Canon DSLR
- PocketWizard MiniTT1 Radio Slave Transmitter for Nikon i-TTL
- PocketWizard Locking PC to Miniphone
- Adorama Stud Adapter Set ” Female & Male 1/4X & 3/8″ Stud
- Interfit Photographic Umbrella Holder with Hotshoe Adapter
- Quantum Turbo SC Slim Compact Battery Power Pack
- Quantum Cable CK-E2 for Turbo Battery
- Quantum Cable CZ2 Canon Cable for Turbo Battery
- Canon Speedlite 580EX II
- Nikon SB-910 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight
- Nikon SB-900 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number 132 – Gray Market
- Nikon D3S Body Only
- Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8G AF-S VR II Zoom-Nikkor ED-IF Lens
- Nikon D7000 Digital SLR Camera Kit with 18-105mm DX VR Lens
- Canon EOS-5D Mark II Digital SLR Camera Body
- Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L USM AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens with Case & Hood
- Canon EOS Rebel T3i Digital SLR Camera, 18 Megapixels, Full HD Movie Mode, Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II Lens
Moiré Patterns
In this week’s episode Mark Wallace discusses Moiré patterns. Learn what a Moiré pattern is, how to prevent them in your photos and how to fix them in Photoshop if you do get an unexpected Moiré pattern in your photo.
Gear used in this video
The Position of Light
In this week’s episode Mark discusses the position of light and how it affects the mood of the photograph. Watch as Mark takes you through an in-studio exercise to illustrate how moving the position of your light source can affect the contrast and highlights.
Gear used in this video
- Nikon D3S Body Only
- Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8G AF-S VR II Zoom-Nikkor ED-IF Lens
- Matthews Baby Junior Triple Riser Stand with Wheels,
- Profoto Acute2R 1200 Pro Value Pack
- Photoflex Litedome Platinum, Large 36″ x 48″ Softbox
- Photoflex Litedome Platinum, Small 16″ x 22″ Softbox.
- Westcott Photo Basics 40″ 5-in-1 Collapsible Reflector Kit with Case, Reflector Holder Arm & Stand
- Savage Seamless Background Paper, 107″ wide x 50 yards, Slate Gray, #26