… I mean honestly – how many of us even own a light meter, much less use one? (I won’t even ask you about color meters). And why should you use these tools? …
Lighting is learned by ignoring color!
… Want to learn – really learn – to light? Go find that old film camera. If you don’t own one, you can pick one up for cheap on eBay. Get some black and white film …
Digital photography allows you to try it out (still or motion) different setups without costing you a dime in film, processing, prints, polaroids. Experiment, play, mix light sources, learn about gels and filters (they have a lot to do with lighting) – you’d be surprised what a red filter does to a black and white image – or go shadow a more experienced photographer.
Continue reading: Lighting is Simple – but not Easy on Strictly Business, the American Society of Media Photographer‘s blog
If you’re interested in learning more about lighting or shadowing Pascal Depuhl on a photo or motion production, shoot me a tweet and let’s talk …