Welcome back to another installment of “How I Got The Shot!” In this episode, we venture into the hot Tennessee sun to shoot with color gels outside! Our Color Gel Domes are compatible with our Celestial and Link Flash units. For the first set up, Kyle positioned the model in front of a tree, the keyContinue reading Using Color Gels Outdoors | HOW I GOT THE SHOT
Shooting on Location | HOW I GOT THE SHOT
Welcome back to another installment of “How I Got The Shot!” In this episode we stepped out of the studio to shoot on location! Watch the video above to learn about how to make the most out of a few lights in a small space. In this shot, Kyle used a Link Flash Unit, 24″Continue reading Shooting on Location | HOW I GOT THE SHOT
Maternity Photos Using One Light | BUFF BASICS
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
Fine Art Photography with Lydia Schnitzer | BUFF ON SET
Welcome to Buff on Set – the series where we follow a featured photographer as they work on set. On today’s episode, we welcome Lydia Schnitzer, a fine art photographer based in west Kentucky. In January of 2023, we held a giveaway for a Celestial flash unit at Imaging USA. Lydia won with her fantastic entry,Continue reading Fine Art Photography with Lydia Schnitzer | BUFF ON SET
What Light Is Right For You? (Comparing Einstein, Link, and Celestial Flash Units)
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)
Creating Versatile 5-Light Setups
Welcome back to another installment of “How I Got The Shot!” For this video, Kyle implements using a five light setup that he will make slight modifications to, achieving a range of different final images. With exception to the key light, the lights are simply turned on and off or gelled. Kyle had two LinkContinue reading Creating Versatile 5-Light Setups
Celestial Walkthrough!
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!
Using AI as a Pre-Visualization Tool for Photography
Welcome back to another installment of “How I Got The Shot!” In this episode, Ryan Sims shows us how he utilizes AI (Midjourney) for pre-visualization in his photography with model Allee Sutton. Ryan used three Celestials and two Links in total. For the rim lights with the Links, he used 2 14″ x 60″ FoldableContinue reading Using AI as a Pre-Visualization Tool for Photography
Stopping Motion with Action Mode on Celestials
Welcome back to another installment of “How I Got The Shot!” In this episode, Ryan Sims shows us how the Celestials perform in action mode to stop motion by throwing color powder on model Madelynne Myers! Ryan used three Celestials in total. For the rim lights, he used 2 14″ x 60″ Foldable Stripboxes andContinue reading Stopping Motion with Action Mode on Celestials
HOW I GOT THE SHOT: Steven Koch’s First Impression of the Celestial
“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