Beginning Studio Lighting
Written by Cindy Bracken   
Jul 18, 2008 at 02:23 PM

Are you afraid to get started with photographic studio lights? Are you not sure what to buy, how to set them, where to place them and how to use them? Then this article is for you!

First of all, you must decide what types of lights to purchase. There are two basic types: Tungsten or Strobes. Tungsten lights are continuous photofloods, which tend to generate a lot of heat. Strobes are flash units. I personally use strobes and really like them. More specifically, I use the Alien Bees B800's. I love these lights and find them really easy to use. Your strobes will come with something called a "modeling light." This modeling light is there to allow you to see where your light will be. It goes off when you fire the strobe, and comes on again a second later, letting you know that the strobes are ready to be fired again. The modeling light gives off very little heat compared to the tungsten lights.

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Aperture vs. Shutter Speed
Written by Larry Huckabee   
Jul 18, 2008 at 02:16 PM
Photography's root comes from the Greek roots "photo" which means light, and "graph" which means to write or scribe. Photography is all about light and how to interact with it. Two basic functions of an SLR camera accomplish this through the aperture and shutter speed.
Camera Tripod Variations & Uses
Written by Angel Estrella   
Jul 15, 2008 at 10:25 AM
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Written by Sara Wells   
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After spending money on a quality digital camera, it is important to take the time to maintain it properly. Your camera will last much longer if you take preventative measures to keep it in the best condition.
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Written by Roy Barker   
Jun 26, 2008 at 09:45 AM
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Written by Forest Schellenberg   
Jun 20, 2008 at 02:44 PM
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