THE LIGHT DECIDES

12 trending light schemes

by BEDFORD STUDIO

SCHEME 1

reflected light

A unique light scheme that's perfect for both commercial and creative shoots. Shoot lookbooks, catalogs, or do a minimalistic and stylish shoot with an emphasis on modeling and styling.

Profoto D1 500 - 3 pcs
Zoom Reflector - 2 pcs
Flags - 3-4 pcs

How to do it?

Place two sources on the sides of the model after the flags and point them toward the ceiling. Point a third light source at the V-flat or flag to illuminate the model.

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SCHEME 2

simulation of natural light

Upgrade your skill and do a sunlight simulation. Be independent of weather conditions and time of day.

Profoto D1 500 - 2 pcs
Zoom Reflector - 2 pcs
Aputure LS 300X + Spotlight + Gobo - 1 pc
Flags - 3 pcs

How to do it?

Position flags or white panels on the sides and behind the model, placing two pulsed light sources behind them, pointing into the ceiling to fill in. Point the Aputure constant light source with the Spotlight attachment and the desired Gobo "window frame" mask at the model and create frames with simulated sunlight.

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SCHEME 3

backlight

Another unique lighting scheme, that's perfect for creating an effective accent on the model.
Use it for creative and commercial shoots when you want to emphasize the shape and silhouette of the model.

Profoto D1 500 - 3 pcs
Stripbox - 2 pcs
Zoom Reflector - 1 pc
Flags - 4 pcs

How to do it?

Set up two sources of counter light with stripboxes on the sides of the background. Cut off unnecessary light streams from the background with two black flags. Place a reflector source on the fill to serve as a soft fill with reflected light through a V-flat or flag.

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SCHEME 4

shooting with a mirrors

In this scheme, we'll show you how to work with permanent light sources, flexible mirrors , and make a cool creative shot.

Arri 1000 Studio - 3 pcs
Aputure LS 300X + Spotlight - 1 pc
Mirror flexible sheets - 2 pcs
Color filters, flag - 1 pc

How to do it?

Point two ARRI sources with color filters at the flexible mirrors and catch the best effect with glare. Use an ARRI source with a green filter to illuminate the model and the floor of the cyclorama for a more fashionable image. Illuminate the model from the front with the Aputure source and the Spotlight attachment, while using the flag to adjust the light output so that it doesn't hit the background and interfere with the glare.

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SCHEME 5

Gobo masks

Gobo masks are a versatile and cool studio accessory to help you shoot in style.

Discover the full potential of Gobo masks that allow you to play with shapes, shadows and textures, adding uniqueness and atmosphere to every shot.

Aputure LS 300X + Spotlight + Gobo - 2 pcs
Flags - 2 pcs

HOW TO DO IT?

Set up two light sources so that one is aimed at the background and the other at the model. Use Gobo masks to choose the right effects to suit your idea and create cool shots.

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SCHEME 6

mixed light

Shooting with mixed light at slow shutter speeds is a returning trend. Create unique dynamics and depth in your photos with pulsed and permanent light sources. Reflect your personality and recreate an aesthetic that's back in fashion.

Profoto D1 500 - 2 pcs
Aputure LS 300X + reflector - 1 pc
Umbrella + Diffusor - 1 pc
Octa 4 + Grid - 1 pc
Color filters, flags - 2 pcs
Crane - 1 pc

HOW TO DO IT?

Place one Profoto source with octobox and honeycomb on top of the model, and a second Profoto source with umbrella and diffuser in front on the fill. Illuminate the model and the background with an Aputure permanent light source with a color filter. Adjust the light streams with two black flags.
Shoot by freezing the picture and create cool shots with a blur effect.

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SCHEME 7

art

In this pattern, we'll teach you how to work with the Spotlight and create "stripes" by cutting off light with flags.
Immerse yourself in a creative journey where light will be your source of inspiration.

ARRI 1000 Studio - 3 pcs
Aputure LS 300X + Spotlight - 2 pcs
Color filters, flags - 4 pcs

HOW TO DO IT?

Use flags to cut off unnecessary light streams, creating so-called "stripes", and with the help of Aputure sources and Spotlight nozzles any light figures.

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SCHEME 8

trendy "circle"

Surprise your team and your customer with an easy-to-follow but very cool lighting scheme.

Profoto D1 500 - 1 pc
Aputure 200X + Spotlight - 1 pc
Crane Stand - Crane
Color filters

HOW TO DO IT?

With the Profoto D1 fill the picture in any shade with the color filters. Place the Aputure permanent light source with Spotlight attachment on the Crane and point it at the model from above at 45-60%.

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SCHEME 9

trendy "streak"

In the previous scheme, we taught you how to expose a trending light pattern. Let's pump up and reinforce that story.

Profoto D1 500 - 1 pc
Aputure LS 300X + Spotlight - 1 pc
Color filters

HOW TO DO IT?

Using the previously used scheme, fill the picture with a Profoto source with a color filter. Set up the Aputure source with Spotlight attachment and adjust the light beam so that the light stripe hits the model's face.

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SCHEME 10

laser shooting

We'll reveal all the secrets of shooting with a laser and show you that it's not as hard as you thought.

Laser and smoke machine - 1 pc
Yongnuo YN360III source - 1 pc
Reflector
Crane Stand

HOW TO DO IT?

Place the laser over the model on the crane and choose the appropriate effect for your shot. Lightly illuminate the model with a constant light source, in our case the Yongnuo YN360III. Launch the smoke and take cool shots.

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SCHEME 11

pool shoot

This year's trend is shooting with a pool and water. We will dispel the myths and fears of such a complex, at first glance, story.

Profoto D1 500 - 3 pcs
Zoom Reflector - 1 pc
Umbrella + Diffusor - 2 pcs
Color Filters, Frost Frame - 1 pc
Pool

HOW TO DO IT?

Fill the picture with very soft light using an umbrella with a diffuser and a frost frame. Illuminate the model with a reflector and a color filter. Illuminate the background with an umbrella with a diffuser and a color filter.

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SCHEME 12

projector footage

One more cool creative story that you can easily tweak to your idea with different pictures or video from the projector.

ARRI 1000 Studio - 2 pcs
Aputure 200x + softbox - 1 pc
Color filters, flags - 2 pcs.
Pool, projector

HOW TO DO IT?

Set up two ARRI sources and backlight the model. Cut off unnecessary light streams from the background with flags. Use an Aputure 200x source and a softbox to illuminate the model from the front. Position the projector so that the projection from it does not reach the model and shines only on the background.

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Thanks for watching!
Be creative!

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