The

photography industry taught us two options. We either love or hate the light

during the photoshoot. In our case, a light should be always our best buddy and

we have the power to make it happen.

One

of the challenging situations for every wedding photographer is when the light

is against their odds. This is because the light comes from bountiful forms, it

can be natural or artificial. Imagine how difficult for photographers to find

the right lighting while running other errands such as changing the camera or

lens. So we list down things you should know about lighting and how to make it

your best friend from wedding preparation to reception.

Make sure to position the light precisely

The

lighting gives emphasis to the mood and tone of a picture. Your subject can

look fierce but the natural light won’t just let you have it. There goes why

necessary manipulation is needed on the day of the shoot.

The

source of the light has a huge effect on how it will fall in your subject.

Remember that there are three distinguished type of light position; front

light, side light, and backlight. If you position your LEDs behind the camera

and point it straight this will cause a flat lighting. Take note as well the importance

of contrast as it establishes the difference between the darkest and lightest

area of a photograph. In portrait photography, using the sidelight will make

significant contrast on your subject’s face than the front light and backlight.

It gives a dramatic impression on the photograph.

Shaping

the light shapes your photo

With

the help of different lighting modifications such as reflectors, softboxes, and

umbrellas you can shape and measure light the way you like it. This is being

done for a softer and well-diffused outcome. Shaping the light keeps the

balance of light’s impact on the subject.

The only manipulation you would light

We

have so much control over lighting more than we already know. Don’t be afraid

to use diffusers and reflectors to manipulate the fall of the light on your

subject. Like collapsible reflectors which can shape the sunlight or bounce the

light with a specific area, you would like to highlight. These modifiers can

give you the full control of the light direction and how broad the light would

span.

Light modifiers won’t hurt your budget

As a

beginner in light composition, you’ll be surprised how cheap the basic light

modifiers in the market today. You can even improvise! Just make sure before

buying that you already identified what kind of light you are trying to

replicate. If you are aiming to recreate soft light then the best light

modifier for you is an umbrella. There are three kinds of umbrella light

shapers: silver/gold, white reflective, and white shoot. Each has their own

specific focus.

We at David Dean Photography assures you that light is always on our side. We keep the romance and positive energy of your happiest moment locked in your wedding photos, forever preserved! That is why David Dean is one of the top wedding photographers in Essex!