Flex Archives — Westcott University https://westcottu.com/topic/flex Lighting Education for Photographers and Filmmakers Mon, 25 Nov 2024 05:29:27 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://westcottu.com/wp-content/uploads/icon-university.png Flex Archives — Westcott University https://westcottu.com/topic/flex 32 32 Behind the Scenes of a Run-and-Gun Fashion Film https://westcottu.com/behind-the-scenes-fashion-film Wed, 04 Sep 2019 13:50:25 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=152145 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 peril to the limits of lugging around bulky stands and grip. A key concept was to have the models lit so they stood out from […]

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]]> 152145 How to Get the Best Facial Expressions for Your Portraits https://westcottu.com/best-facial-expressions-for-portraits Fri, 14 Jun 2019 13:23:37 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=151933 Peter Hurley is a master of posing and capturing authentic, flattering facial expressions. He is one of the world’s top headshot photographers and founder of the renowned Headshot Crew. He shares his signature photography techniques through his online community and in live events around the globe. Recently, we invited Peter to the Westcott Soundstage to […]

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]]> 151933 Tabletop and Overhead B-Roll Lighting Tips https://westcottu.com/tabletop-and-overhead-b-roll-lighting-tips Tue, 11 Jun 2019 20:39:16 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=151915 This video was inspired by seeing how some of our favorite content creators have been using in their production workflows. Whether doing an unboxing or creating a cooking channel, compact Flex light are awesome for creating a professional set even in the tightest of spaces. For this setup, we used a few Flex LED lights […]

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]]> 151915 3 Tips for Shooting Awesome B-Roll https://westcottu.com/3-essential-tips-for-shooting-b-roll Fri, 26 Apr 2019 13:59:48 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=151815 Caleb Wojcik is a pro at capturing cinematic b-roll in essentially any environment. The San Diego-based filmmaker and educator has a ton of experience shooting different styles of content. Caleb has shot weddings and commercials, created videos for the NHL and MLB, and develops educational tutorials for his YouTube channel DIY Video Guy. Here are his […]

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]]> 151815 Professional Lighting for Awesome Headshots https://westcottu.com/professional-lighting-for-awesome-headshots Tue, 27 Nov 2018 21:43:05 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=151483 Educator, motivator, and headshot master Peter Hurley is known for creating flattering portraits with pristine lighting. To get the most out of each of his client’s headshot sessions, Peter developed a  headshot lighting kit and background system that allow him to quickly create his signature portraits in any space available. The Peter Hurley Kit is […]

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]]> 151483 Versatile Lighting for Horror Films https://westcottu.com/versatile-lighting-for-horror-films Mon, 12 Nov 2018 21:44:26 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=151419 Working with a small crew or on a tight budget (or both!) can really limit the amount of equipment that you can utilize on set. Finding quick and versatile gear is a big priority to keep the shoot running smoothly while also capturing quality content. For this short video, our crew of only 3 people […]

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]]> 151419 Behind the Scenes with the Flex China Cube https://westcottu.com/behind-the-scenes-flex-china-cube Tue, 17 Oct 2017 17:37:16 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=150466 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 overhead lighting with Flex 1’ x 1’ and 2’ x 2’ LED mats. This unique softbox is a 1 ¼-stop collapsible diffusion […]

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]]> 150466 Creating a Sports Hype Video https://westcottu.com/how-to-sports-hype-video Thu, 24 Aug 2017 14:55:54 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=150388 Renowned sports photographer Matt Hernandez has always had an interest in shooting video. When the coach of local McCracken County High School football team mentioned a need for a hype video, Matt seized the opportunity to direct his first video. He jumped on the chance to use his intense visual skills to create something dramatic […]

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]]> 150388 Using Flex LEDs as Practicals for Cinematic Shots https://westcottu.com/using-leds-as-practicals-for-cinematic-shots Tue, 23 May 2017 20:20:12 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=150156 Kyle Johnston, KJ Creative director and filmmaker, recently embarked on a project to capture the history and essence of craft distilleries. While preparing for the shoot, Kyle recognised the need to have lighting solutions that were both portable and versatile. He needed to properly illuminate the dark distillery and mix his lights with available sunlight. He […]

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]]> 150156 Light Painting for Product Photography https://westcottu.com/product-photography-with-dave-cross Wed, 30 Nov 2016 16:11:55 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=149299 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. In this video tutorial, Photoshop guru Dave Cross demonstrates how to capture professional-quality product photography with LED lighting. To begin his lighting setup, Dave uses a that has […]

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