Dear Luke, I just wanted to say that I really like and appreciate your videos. They make something inaccessible truly accessible. I just started 2 years ago with photography and am exploring different startles. Your videos have been tremendously helpful thank you for that
I've learned so much from watching your videos. I love your simplistic teaching style. Can you please do a video on flat lay photography and how to make sure your product photos are true to the product color? Also how to photograph a white product on a white background using the flat lay style. Thanks!
Luke, can you do a video on the different sizes and shapes of light boxes? Most importantly, when is the appropriate time to use them? It seems like the more I get into lighting, the more confused I get. Thanks a lot my friend. Cheers from Seattle, WA USA. Hope all is well down under!!!!
What do You think about this boxes for product photography? Do camera settings from your previous video apply when one uses a photobox for product photography?
Your DIY setups are so easy and insightful. Amazing work. I would’ve never thought to make modifiers out of parchment paper and picture frames. I haven’t delved into product photography yet, but this tutorial also helps with portraits as well. Thank you again for the help. ❤️
question . if you only have one speedlight , can you use a reflector on the opposite site to bounce back the light coming from the flash ? wouldn't this light up the area that would otherwise get light from the second flash ?
Hey Luke, quick question. I like how the PVC makes it very seamless but I bought seamless paper (which is basically white fabric) and I'm hoping it gives the same look as your images do. Is there anything I can do with it to make it look seamless? Also secondly, is it ok if my light sources are table lamps like the ones you had in your initial videos and I can add parchment paper in front of them as diffusers? Thanks in advance!
Yes you can use lamps with diffusion like in the other video, however the benefit of flashes is just because they are much brighter is all. Paper is fine. Fabric is OK. The point is that the stronger the material is then I won't risk getting dented or having marks or minute ripples in it which will all show it in the photo. The idea is smoother is better
@@LukeAyers Thanks for your response! I've been trying with lamps but for some reason my lighting looks very harsh and unprofessional. Any reason why? My products are really big which might be a problem as the lighting inst sufficient.
Hi, thanks for the video. Would the plexiglass be sold in Bunnings? I’m not sure where I could buy it in Australia and what it would be called here. Hope you can help. 😀
Great videos man. I tried your setup from the video you made with a million plus views showing the basic setup to shoot the shoe and i struggled getting a good result. I suppose i need to have not only florescent, or bright white light, behind the filters, but also above the product im shooting (I currently have a incandescent overhead now which is messing up the white light)? Additionally, i tried using a piece of paper to reflect the light on the other side but it didnt seem to reflect much light at all. Should I just try using a different material to reflect the light? For camera settings, what do you recommend specifically for the ISO, F, and shutter level? I tried the settings you suggested but couldn't generate enough light with a 60w LED daylight color lightbulb behind a filter (one piece parchment paper)? Any tips greatly appreciated. Keep up the good work. You are an excellent communicator -Sam.
Watched one of your videos 20 minutes earlier (made ~4yrs ago), and I was like cool / great info. Let's check out another one. Second video now, and I wanna say it's because I'm watching this at 2am that I can't really concentrate, but honestly, your smile is so distracting. I'll thumbs up now and watch this tomorrow. Thanks!
Luke i really appreciate your content, just top of the line and straight forward ... thank u for sharing your valuable experiences in photography with the world!
I remember finding you when I was looking at some product photography tips. It was super impressive. And now you’ve made this, it’s just amazing priceless information. Keep going!
about to have my first product shoot. I will use this knowledge. Hopefully, my friend doesn't think Im strange using home made equipment. Love your videos btw what flash did you use in your last video? You were shooting a watch and wine.
It’s funny how people in the comments are just now hearing about Luke Ayers. I’ve been doing product photography for a while now and I remember hearing about Luke years ago here in Seattle, WA USA at a camera shop. They had videos of his they’d show customers about his photography. Dude is a genius. What I wouldn’t give for a hour of his time
@@LukeAyers Hey Luke! It’s truly a pleasure talking to you. Yeah, about 5 years ago someone had a video of your work. Everyone was in awe. I want to think there was a photo of a mountain you took. It was honestly, one of the best shots of a mountain I’ve ever seen, and I’m from Seattle, WA USA where we have LOTS of mountains. Just curious, have you taken any shots of the active volcano in NZ?
Niiice. I'm not sure what shot that was but yes I've photographed some mountains. MY folks are from NZ but I've never shot the mountains there before. Good idea though @@ErichWeiler-y3z
I love how the ads at the start of your videos are for a photography course! Ah the beauty of digital cameras. I used to use polaroids and modeling lights to see what was going on, it was about the only way to not waste a heap of film and meet deadlines.
Hi Luke, great Job! I do not have a Pro camera yet, still using a phoje but I can manipulate the manual setting. However, in regards light, I only have 2 small LED lights. Do you think i can get similar results as you do?
You've focused almost entirely on small products. What about large products such as electronics things like TVs, speakers, games consoles etc. In theory, it would be the same, but large products seem to need more light, and you may need focus stacking. Would love to see a video on larger products
Your videos are great. I really need to know how to stop reflections in the pictures when photographing items like chrome coffee pots or toasters. The chrome surface acts like a mirror. I have taken pictures at an angle like you suggested by my big problem is still there. To avoid being in the reflection of the chrome, I use the flash. I do not like the results. Can you make a video dealing with high reflective surfaces like chrome?
I getcha. Yes that's a good point. I can make a tutorial and may do, but the shortest answer would be to remove the reflections in something like Photoshop
Love your lessons !! Just one question : Does the original light in the room play any role ? I remember you mentioned before that we should only have the light we are flashing and nothing else , so would you recommend that we turn off the room light ? Thanks
Just take one light at a time and see from what angle it makes the object look best, then add another, etc. That's the best way to figure it out for yourself
Man, iv just spent almost an hour just watching your stuff coz im trying to learn abt flash photography/product photography and i learned a lot from you. Subbed and can't wait to digest your other stuff! Really informative!! Thanks! 🙏🙏🙏
I am curious as to how the candle would look on a pure white background since it is white. Also, the label is washed out in parts (especially the left side), so a technique to correct that would be useful.
If you're shooting white object on white background then you have to light the object in a way which makes it visible against the background, maybe with shadows or darker edges or something like this.
Loved your first Videos! The editing of your more recent (Last 10 months) videos doesn't bring out the best though, you can be so much more engaging, kind, humorous, interesting and likeable. I do wish you the best and will continue to check back for more lighting tips
