Omega Reflector Archives — Westcott University https://westcottu.com/topic/omega-reflector Lighting Education for Photographers and Filmmakers Thu, 13 Nov 2025 21:52:03 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://westcottu.com/wp-content/uploads/icon-university.png Omega Reflector Archives — Westcott University https://westcottu.com/topic/omega-reflector 32 32 Creating Glamorous High-Key Portraits with Jerry Ghionis https://westcottu.com/creating-glamorous-high-key-portraits-with-jerry-ghionis Thu, 14 Jun 2018 18:53:54 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=151019 Jerry Ghionis is widely regarded as one of the top wedding and portrait photographers in the world. Based in both Melbourne and Beverly Hills, Jerry has developed a successful career based on his unique ability to capture the magic of individuals. In this tutorial, Jerry explains how he creates glamorous high-key portraits with just a […]

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]]> 151019 How to Perfect Natural Light for Stunning Wedding Portraits https://westcottu.com/perfect-natural-light-for-wedding-portraits Mon, 21 May 2018 15:29:59 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=150941 In this video tutorial, Nikon Ambassador Jerry Ghionis utilizes a collapsible reflector to perfect natural light for stunning wedding portraits outdoors. Jerry is widely regarded as one of the top wedding photographers in the world. Based in both Melbourne and Beverly Hills, Jerry has developed a successful career based on his unique ability to capture […]

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]]> 150941 How to Capture Pro Boudoir Photography with Natural Light https://westcottu.com/boudoir-photography-with-natural-light Fri, 21 Jul 2017 20:41:45 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=150287 Boudoir photography is often captured in a studio or home with artificial lighting. But when windows are available and the sun is shining, boudoir photographers can take advantage of natural light. While daylight is a beautiful (and free!) light source, a reflector is an essential ingredient for perfecting natural light. In this case, photographer Jen Rozenbaum finds a simple clean […]

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]]> 150287 Essential Loop Lighting Technique for Speedlite Shooters https://westcottu.com/loop-lighting-tips https://westcottu.com/loop-lighting-tips#comments Mon, 15 May 2017 13:13:45 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=150132 Loop lighting is an essential lighting technique for portrait photographers. It is easy to create with just a single light source and is flattering on most subjects. This lighting pattern will create a shadow that loops down and around the side of the nose, and on the neck and under the chin. These shadows subtly help […]

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]]> https://westcottu.com/loop-lighting-tips/feed 3 150132 CLOSED: Omega 360 Reflector Giveaway https://westcottu.com/contests/omega-360-reflector-giveaway https://westcottu.com/contests/omega-360-reflector-giveaway#respond Mon, 20 Feb 2017 21:04:13 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?post_type=contests&p=149876 The is the world’s first 15-in-1 lighting tool. Designed by renowned photographer Jerry Ghionis, the Omega 360 combines the effects of a traditional reflector with the luxury of a ring flash effect. This is an innovative tool for portraits photographers shooting with natural light, off-camera flash, or constant lighting. Unlike traditional reflectors, the Omega Reflector 360 features […]

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]]> https://westcottu.com/contests/omega-360-reflector-giveaway/feed 0 149876 Reflecting Natural Light for Senior Portraits with the Omega Reflector https://westcottu.com/reflecting-natural-light-with-the-omega-reflector Mon, 03 Oct 2016 20:42:31 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=150447 Capturing professional senior portraits doesn’t require expensive lighting equipment, especially when your client wants to shoot on location. In this video, Kentucky-based photographer Matt Hernandez demonstrates how to best use a portable reflector to perfect natural light. All collapsible reflectors are ideal tools for getting professional-quality lighting in location photography. They’re compact, easy to travel […]

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]]> 150447 Controlling the Sun with the Omega Reflector https://westcottu.com/controlling-the-sun-omega-reflector Mon, 31 Aug 2015 15:38:40 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=147853 I was recently in the south of France teaching a workshop to a group of professional photographers. I prepared a class about shooting in natural light and controlling the Sun. This is the best way to understand and manipulate light. This was also a perfect opportunity to use 10-in-1 created by fellow Westcott Top Pro […]

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]]> 147853 Softening Sunlight with Collapsible Diffusers https://westcottu.com/using-the-omega-reflector-as-a-diffuser Fri, 24 Apr 2015 17:52:08 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=146992 In this article, world-renowned photographer Jerry Ghionis demonstrates cool ways to use the inner diffuser panel of the recently redesigned . This panel is an essential tool when shooting outdoors to diffuse harsh sunlight and can also be used indoors to soften harsh or bright window lighting. A suction cup hook is included with the Omega Reflector […]

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]]> 146992 Using the Omega Reflector as a Shoot-Through https://westcottu.com/using-omega-reflector-shoot https://westcottu.com/using-omega-reflector-shoot#comments Mon, 10 Nov 2014 06:55:54 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=142581 The Omega Reflector is the world’s first 10-in-1 shoot-through reflector. The 38″ x 45″ Omega Reflector combines the effect of a traditional reflector with the luxury of a beauty dish and a ring flash. This innovative reflector instantly produces a main light and backlight with a single light source, while also keeping the reflector out of […]

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