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Re: [Paul_Y] Strobist for bouldering, what do I need?:
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krillen
Nov 3, 2008, 8:02 PM
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With multiple off camera light sources you are able to light different aspects of your compositions at different rates. i.e. - Hair lights, soft face lighting while a large flash spread flash backgrounds etc. Yes it's another tool in the tool box an shouldn't be depended on exclusively however it does give you more control when/if you do decide to use it.
Even using the basics, and fast lenses, you are often shooting spots where the mismatch in ambient and direct lighting is HUGE. Forested areas, or shadowed areas (as in Wes' example) often leave you underexposing features or blowing out the skies, but with the proper use of flash you can combat this. AS is stressed above, don't become a one-trick-pony, use the flashes when needed, or when you want a specific effect, but don't depend exclusively.
I'm sure there are ways to get your desired setup, but ultimately you'll probably be more content if you do ti right the first time. Get some nice Canon flashes ( 430EX's should do the trick, but you are looking at ~$300 a piece after tax)and do some research to see which remote triggers work best with the equipment you have.
(This post was edited by krillen on Nov 3, 2008, 8:06 PM)
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