Constant Lighting Archives — Westcott University

Lighting Breakdown: How to Film a Corporate Video

Team Westcott

05/09/2025

Lighting Tips
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Matching Ambient Light with Tunable LEDs

Ian Spanier

10/31/2019

Lighting Tips
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Behind the Scenes of a Run-and-Gun Fashion Film

Team Westcott

09/04/2019

Lighting Tips
9998
Using a Mirror for Unique Boudoir Photography

Jen Rozenbaum

03/23/2018

Lighting Tips
14859
Behind the Scenes with Emily Soto and the Rapid Box XL

Team Westcott

03/18/2018

Lighting Tips
14773
Easy Lighting Setups for Boudoir Photography

Jen Rozenbaum

12/07/2017

Lighting Tips
23176

Lighting Breakdown: How to Film a Corporate Video

05/09/2025

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Westcott videographer Jacob Schoonover shows how he tackled a commercial shoot for a local business using constant lights, portable light modifiers, and a flexible mindset to capture great footage with a...

Matching Ambient Light with Tunable LEDs

Ian Spanier

10/31/2019

Lighting Tips

8383

Celebrity fashion photographer Ian Spanier began taking photographs at six years old when his parents gave him his first point and shoot camera.

Behind the Scenes of a Run-and-Gun Fashion Film

Team Westcott

09/04/2019

Lighting Tips

9998

New York City-based photographer/cinematographer Dave Geffin had a challenge – shoot a high-energy fast-moving fashion film in low light and at night, in two distinct locations in Manhattan, without falling...

Using a Mirror for Unique Boudoir Photography

Jen Rozenbaum

03/23/2018

Lighting Tips

14859

Professional boudoir photographer Jen Rozenbaum has plenty of experience flattering women in portraits. Jen utilizes a variety of interesting techniques to create sexy, appealing boudoir photography shots in...

Behind the Scenes with Emily Soto and the Rapid Box XL

Team Westcott

03/18/2018

Lighting Tips

14773

Emily Soto is an internationally renowned fashion photographer based in New York City, New York. Emily's style focuses on romanticism and high-fashion, with dreamy lighting that she creates with a simple Rapid...

2-Light Boudoir Photography Behind the Scenes

Easy Lighting Setups for Boudoir Photography

Jen Rozenbaum

12/07/2017

Lighting Tips

23176

When shooting boudoir photography, having a go-to lighting setup is key to flattering your subjects. A simple 2-light setup allows photographers to use shadows and highlights to accentuate bone structure,...

Behind the Scenes with Flex Drum Softbox

Behind the Scenes with the Flex Drum Softbox

Jem Schofield

10/17/2017

Lighting Tips

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In this behind the scenes look, filmmaker and producer Jem Schofield offers an overview of the Flex Drum Softbox. The Flex Drum is an awesome new solution for filmmakers and cinematographers looking to create...

Flex Collapsible China Cube - Behind the Scenes

Behind the Scenes with the Flex China Cube

Jem Schofield

10/17/2017

Lighting Tips

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In this behind the scenes look, filmmaker and producer Jem Schofield offers an overview of the Flex Cube modifier. The is an awesome new solution for filmmakers and cinematographers looking to create soft...

The Importance of Capturing Quality Detail Shots

Team Westcott

05/03/2017

Lighting Tips

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Images courtesy of Toledo-based photographer Brooks Clayton of Swatch Studios. Photographing a wedding is stressful. Photographers are pressured to capture every precious candid moment and still find the time...

How to Create Environmental Food Photography

Steve Hansen

01/06/2017

Lighting Tips

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Seattle-based photographer Steve Hansen has a knack for creating food images that pop. Standard food photography is often times flat and lifeless, with minimal props and color.

Light Painting for Product Photography

Team Westcott

11/30/2016

Lighting Tips

10670

Whether you are photographing products for a client or taking photos to sell your crafts or goods online, lighting is an essential tool for capturing quality images.

Pet Photography 101

Team Westcott

11/14/2016

Lighting Tips

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In this video, Team Westcott joins the Toledo Area Humane Society to teach photographers and shelters how to capture professional-quality pet photography.

Realistic Composite Editing in Photoshop

Dave Cross

10/28/2016

Lighting Tips

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In part 1 of this 2 part series, Adobe Creative expert and photographer Dave Cross demonstrates how to use studio lighting for a composite image.

Creative Lighting for Food Photography

Steve Hansen

09/23/2016

Lighting Tips

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Seattle-based food photographer Steve Hansen shows photographers how to use creative lighting for professional food photography in this video tutorial.

Food Photography Lighting in Tight Spaces

Steve Hansen

08/11/2016

Lighting Tips

7921

Seattle-based commercial photographer Steve Hansen shows us the essentials food photography lighting for tight or confined spaces in this tutorial.

Ice Light 2 Master Series with Jerry Ghionis

Jerry Ghionis

05/02/2016

Lighting Tips

23972

Join renowned photographer Jerry Ghionis on this 20-part behind-the-scene video series with the Ice Light 2. Nikon Ambassador Jerry Ghionis is widely regarded as one of the top wedding photographers in the...

Behind the Scenes with the Peter Hurley Kit

Peter Hurley

04/28/2016

Lighting Tips

10570

Award-winning photographer and headshot master Peter Hurley is known for creating flattering portraits with impeccable lighting.

5 Ways to Use the Scrim Jim DP Kit

Jem Schofield

03/28/2016

Gear Guides, Lighting Tips

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Featuring a unique and customizable design, provides the ultimate light control for on-the-go filmmakers, directors of photography, run-and-gun shooters, gaffers, and cinematographers.

Lighting On the Fly with Dixie Dixon

Team Westcott

02/16/2016

Lighting Tips

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This article is courtesy of renowned beauty and fashion photographer Dixie Dixon. As a Commercial Fashion and Beauty Photographer, I am always focused on bringing out the real raw beauty and personality of my...

SNL Video Production with Westcott Lighting

Using a Silver Bounce Umbrella on Major Productions

Team Westcott

01/28/2016

Lighting Tips

9615

As the Director of Photography for Saturday Night Live's Film Unit, Alex Buono has had the ability to "play" with lots of different lighting equipment, finding the best options for illuminating a massive...

Monica Royal Macro Photography Final Version 2

Mastering the Art of Macro Photography

Team Westcott

01/22/2016

Lighting Tips

10381

From broken glass to small twigs, professional macro photographer Monica Royal uses a lot of creativity to capture beautiful images of small subjects.

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