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Welcome back to another installment of “Buff Basics!” We welcome Buff Ambassador Ryan Sims back into the studio today to shoot maternity portraits, keeping emphasis on simplicity. In this episode, Ryan uses only a Celestial and a 86” Soft Silver PLM Umbrella to create the images below. This lighting setup is optimal for anyone more familiarContinue reading Maternity Photos Using One Light | BUFF BASICS
Welcome to an episode of Buff Basics, where we answer our most frequently asked questions, demonstrate lighting basics, and teach you how to best use your lights! On today’s episode, we’ll be comparing the Einstein, Link, and Celestial flash units. Watch the full video above, or visit our YouTube Channel – and don’t forget toContinue reading What Light Is Right For You? (Comparing Einstein, Link, and Celestial Flash Units)
We’re happy to share the walkthrough for our newest flash unit! To purchase a Celestial Flash Unit, please visit our website or our storefront in Nashville! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to our customer service team at 1-800-443-5542, M-F 9am – 4:30pm Central. Thanks for reading!
“After using the Celestial it’s clear that Paul C Buff has married the best of both worlds – a high-power fast recycle light with the lightweight and portability of a battery powered unit all in one. We didn’t have to plug in a single light during this shoot.” Buff Ambassador Steven Koch joins us inContinue reading HOW I GOT THE SHOT: Steven Koch’s First Impression of the Celestial
Buff Ambassador Dokk Savage joins us in the studio to test out the new Celestial flash unit for the first time! Check out the full video above for an in depth look at the setups and final thoughts. To start, Dokk used a 47″ Octabox and a V-flat to light his model. Dokk then movedContinue reading HOW I GOT THE SHOT: Dokk Savage’s First Impression of the Celestial
In this episode of BUFF Basics, Kyle (@throwing_fitz) uses Link Units and magnetic Color Gel Domes to created three setups utilizing the new Eclipse Optical Snoot. The optical snoot is versatile for a variety of headshots – whether it be polka dots and fronds or a simple sliver of light, our snoot has a place in every photographer’s lineup!Continue reading Intro to Optical Snoots
Welcome to another iteration of Buff Basics! For this video, we wanted to demonstrate the different kinds of shadows our most popular modifiers make. We kept the subject and single Link Unit (modeling lamp turned to full) in the same spot for a fair comparison. Here’s a reference picture for the modifiers used in thisContinue reading Different Modifiers and Their Shadows
In this episode of How I Got The Shot, Kyle (@throwing__fitz) and child model Journie (@journiemusellc) show us a colorful and clean lighting setup for commercial photography! Kyle wanted to keep a consistent lighting setup with minimal modifications throughout the shoot to make the images feel cohesive and uniform. As children move around a lot,Continue reading Children’s Commercial Photography
In this episode of Buff Basics, we walk you through three setups for evenly lit headshots! Covering simple backgrounds as well as adding reflectors and bounce into your workflow, this video is sure to help you walk away with shadow free headshots! For this shoot, Kyle (@throwing_fitz) used Link Units to photograph local musician @HannahMHowell.Continue reading Corporate Headshots
Follow along with senior and commercial photographer, Jamie Boler of Red Elephant Studio, as he takes you through his process of creating unique images for his senior portrait clients! Continue reading BUFF BASICS: SENIOR PORTRAITS
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