Rapid Box Archives — Westcott University https://westcottu.com/topic/rapid-box Lighting Education for Photographers and Filmmakers Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:12:28 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://westcottu.com/wp-content/uploads/icon-university.png Rapid Box Archives — Westcott University https://westcottu.com/topic/rapid-box 32 32 Lighting Breakdown: How to Film a Corporate Video https://westcottu.com/lighting-breakdown-how-to-film-a-corporate-video Fri, 09 May 2025 11:13:09 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=156650 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 minimal setup.

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]]> 156650 Freezing Motion with Precision: FJ400 Freeze Mode Explained https://westcottu.com/freezing-motion-with-precision-fj400-freeze-explained Fri, 11 Sep 2020 15:39:20 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=152854 When working in the studio in most situations, 1/280th of a second flash duration is more than enough to freeze your subject. But sometimes you need to photograph something that is moving much faster; a spinning dancer, a burst of powder, or in this case, splashing water. In these situations, you really need to think […]

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]]> 152854 Flash Photography: Front Vs Rear Curtain Sync https://westcottu.com/flash-photography-front-vs-rear-curtain-sync Wed, 11 Mar 2020 17:49:58 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=152482 In flash photography, mixing the light trails from constant lighting with the freezing power of a strobe can create a sense of motion and get really cool effects in-camera. One of the most important things to consider when using this technique is how your shutter is syncing to your strobe.  There are two curtains in […]

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]]> 152482 How to Find Your Photography Style https://westcottu.com/how-to-find-your-photography-style Fri, 07 Feb 2020 16:30:09 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=152539 Renowned photographer Glyn Dewis is a master at capturing beautiful portraits. His images have a unique style – one that feels all his own and, yet, has been inspired by some of his favorite photographers. In this inspirational video, Glyn discusses how to utilize inspiration to discover your photography style and create your own individual […]

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]]> 152539 Using Leading Lines to Create Better Compositions https://westcottu.com/using-leading-lines-to-create-better-compositions Thu, 09 Jan 2020 17:09:45 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=152405 Leading lines are important compositional tools that help photographers draw viewers’ eyes to the main subject in their images. This framing technique is easy to master (especially outdoors) as long as you pay attention to your surroundings. Using leading lines is also a great technique for catching wide, environmental shots without losing your subject in […]

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]]> 152405 How to Create Rembrandt Lighting For Male Portraits https://westcottu.com/how-to-create-rembrandt-lighting-for-male-portraits Mon, 18 Nov 2019 16:16:04 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=152310 Rembrandt lighting is a classic lighting setup that most portrait photographers can master with a little practice. Rembrandt lighting creates a pretty dramatic, timeless look and it can be created with just a single controllable light source. Rembrandt lighting is named after Dutch master Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn, who often used this style of lighting […]

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]]> 152310 Capturing Dynamic Fashion Photos with Off-Camera Flash https://westcottu.com/dynamic-fashion-photos-off-camera-flash Sat, 28 Sep 2019 13:30:17 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=152203 You don’t need a variety of light modifiers or multiple off-camera flash units to capture interesting and dynamic images. In this video, Will Cadena utilizes a single FJ400 Strobe modified by a Rapid Box with a few styling tricks to create some stunning fashion shots. Will Cadena is a photographer who combines a modern, edgy […]

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]]> 152203 Emphasizing Details in Bridal Portraits https://westcottu.com/details-in-bridal-portraits Thu, 20 Jun 2019 17:38:45 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=152066 Regardless of your client’s budget, you can be assured that the wedding dress has been meticulously selected. The bride wants to look as beautiful as possible for this extremely special occasion. And as the wedding photographer, it is your job to capture not only the bride, but also the details of her gown. But even in […]

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]]> 152066 Tight vs. Wide Angle Lens Portraits https://westcottu.com/tight-vs-wide-angle-lens-portraits Thu, 20 Sep 2018 16:21:40 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=151326 Sal Cincotta is a noted industry writer, author, educator, and publisher of Shutter Magazine, which industry pros turn to for cutting-edge technical and business insights from leading photographers. Watch Part 2 below. You can watch Sal’s review of the Rapid Box Switch here. The lens you choose will greatly impact your final image. For this conceptual photo shoot, […]

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]]> 151326 How to Create Cross Lighting Like Joel Grimes https://westcottu.com/create-cross-lighting-like-joel-grimes Tue, 21 Aug 2018 14:55:48 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=151196 Renowned photographer and Canon Explorer of Light Joel Grimes is known for creating impeccably clean and stylized lifestyle portraits. His signature style of Rembrandt cross lighting involves feathering two light sources at different brightnesses onto his subject. Joel starts by placing his light sources opposite each other, parallel to his camera access. He then adjusts the […]

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]]> 151196 Fashion Photography with Sal Cincotta and the Rapid Box Switch https://westcottu.com/on-location-with-sal-cincotta-and-the-rapid-box-switch https://westcottu.com/on-location-with-sal-cincotta-and-the-rapid-box-switch#comments Thu, 02 Aug 2018 15:04:30 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=151153 Renowned wedding photographer Sal Cincotta is a noted industry writer, author, educator, and publisher of Shutter Magazine, which industry pros turn to for cutting-edge technical and business insights from leading photographers. In this video review, Sal explores the possibilities of shooting with the new Rapid Box Switch softbox series with his preferred off-camera flashes while shooting on […]

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]]> https://westcottu.com/on-location-with-sal-cincotta-and-the-rapid-box-switch/feed 1 151153 5 Tips to Quickly Improve Your Portraits https://westcottu.com/5-tips-to-quickly-improve-your-portraits Mon, 16 Jul 2018 14:23:56 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=151101 Halifax-based photography educator Craig Beckta offers an array of useful tips and tricks for capturing amazing images through his successful YouTube channel. Recently, Craig shared with us his top five tips to improve your portraits in any location… 1. Use off-camera flash. Using off-camera flash allows you to precisely control the direction of your lighting […]

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]]> 151101 Using Long Exposure for Creative In-Camera Effects https://westcottu.com/using-long-exposure-for-creative-in-camera-effects Tue, 03 Jul 2018 14:03:39 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=151037 There are tons of ways to spice up your images with unique and eye-catching effects created in-camera. This summer, Team Westcott explored playing with sparklers, gels, and long exposure in the Westcott Soundstage to learn the best ways to mix continuous light and flash for some super festive portraits. How It Works Most strobes sync […]

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]]> 151037 Creating Lifestyle Portraits with the Rapid Box Switch https://westcottu.com/creating-lifestyle-portraits-with-joel-grimes Thu, 07 Jun 2018 13:15:08 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=150989 Renowned photographer and Canon Explorer of Light Joel Grimes is known for creating impeccably clean and stylized commercial portraits. In this video tutorial, Joel utilizes the new with the and a single speedlite to fill in sunlight for beautiful lifestyle portraits. Typically, Joel shoots with strobes. But in this indoor location, Joel chooses to shoot […]

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]]> 150989 Behind the Scenes with Emily Soto and the Rapid Box XL https://westcottu.com/behind-scenes-emily-soto-rapid-box-xl Sun, 18 Mar 2018 15:04:41 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=141670 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 Box XL setup. Her distinct vision and creativity have landed her work on the covers of magazines and in editorial spreads world-wide. Emily’s […]

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]]> 141670 Capturing Dramatic Portraits with a Beauty Dish https://westcottu.com/dramatic-portraits-with-a-beauty-dish https://westcottu.com/dramatic-portraits-with-a-beauty-dish#comments Thu, 29 Jun 2017 15:40:54 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=150245 Joel Grimes is renowned for creating clean and dramatic portraits. In this video, Joel demonstrates his two favorite dramatic portrait setups. These are both created with a strobe that is softened and directed with a Collapsible Beauty Dish. For his first setup, Joel directs his light from above his model, Vincent. The beauty dish’s white interior allows […]

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]]> https://westcottu.com/dramatic-portraits-with-a-beauty-dish/feed 1 150245 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 Underexposing the Sky for Dramatic Portraits https://westcottu.com/underexposing-the-sky-for-dramatic-portraits Mon, 30 Jan 2017 21:18:30 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=149705 Kentucky sports and senior portrait photographer Matt Hernandez is known for capturing dramatic senior portraits with relatively simple lighting setups. To emphasize the drama in these shots, Matt typically shoots wide-angle while underexposing the sky. By underexposing the sky, Matt is able to emphasize the clouds and colors behind his subject. When underexposing the sky or backdrop, […]

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]]> 149705 How to Capture a Shallow Depth of Field in Sunlight https://westcottu.com/shallow-depth-of-field-in-full-sun Wed, 07 Sep 2016 16:09:15 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=148847 Many photographers struggle with overpowering the sun when shooting on bright days. This becomes even more difficult when a shallow depth of field is desired. To maintain a proper exposure with a shallow depth of field, renowned photographer Joel Grimes utilizes a strobe and the 24″ Beauty Dish Switch. He aligns this light source slightly above […]

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]]> 148847 Understanding Beauty Lighting with Joel Grimes https://westcottu.com/beauty-lighting-beauty-dish Thu, 07 Jul 2016 13:08:54 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=148602 World­-renowned photographer Joel Grimes knows a thing or two about beauty lighting. And that’s why he designed the new Rapid Box Beauty Dish. Grimes’ 24″ Rapid Box Beauty Dish is a collapsible, travel­-friendly softbox for beauty, fashion, and commercial photography. This ultra­-portable beauty dish directs a soft, clean pattern of light. With a custom-­designed white interior […]

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]]> 148602 Location Lighting Using The Rapid Box: Share The Light https://westcottu.com/location-lighting-using-the-rapid-box-share-the-light Tue, 29 Dec 2015 21:33:45 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=148096 Lighting can separate you from the pack, using light to define your style and elevate the quality of your work is as important now as it was back in the day when you had to light to capture an image. Today the cameras we use can capture an image in just about any light; they […]

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]]> 148096 Maximize Your Senior Portrait Session https://westcottu.com/maximize-your-senior-portrait-session Wed, 14 Oct 2015 16:05:16 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=147937 As part of Summit Online‘s team of photography instructors, Westcott Top Pro Matt Hernandez takes a senior portrait session outdoors to offer tips on capturing professional images for your clients. A key to a successful senior portrait session is to maximize your time in each location. By taking a variety of images in each spot, you can […]

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]]> 147937 Capturing Professional Portraits in a Tiny Studio https://westcottu.com/capturing-professional-portraits-in-a-tiny-studio Fri, 21 Aug 2015 18:48:54 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=147844 While some photographers may be fortunate enough to own adequate or large studio space, many photographers and photography enthusiasts must learn to shoot in whatever space is available. This space may often be within their homes or in make-shift portrait studios. And while taking photo shoots outdoors is a great solution to a tiny studio issue, it […]

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]]> 147844 Real Deal Review: Quick Portraits with the Rapid Box Duo https://westcottu.com/real-deal-review-rapid-box-duo Thu, 28 May 2015 18:04:54 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=147499 Chillicothe, Ohio photographer Matt Dat reviews the Westcott Rapid Box Duo speedlite modifier in the latest Real Deal Review. The Rapid Box Duo is an easy-to-use speedlite modifier for photographers that features a fully-adjustable speedlite bracket for up to 2 speedlites. This bracket is mounted to the rear of the softbox, allowing for line-of-site triggering […]

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]]> 147499 Speedlite Portraits with the Rapid Box Duo https://westcottu.com/speedlite-portraits-with-the-rapid-box-duo Mon, 27 Apr 2015 20:43:01 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=147106 It’s a documented fact that I’m a big fan of the 26” Rapidbox, so when I realized they had released a larger version that took two speedlights I had to have it. The advantages to having two speedlights in the Rapid Box are pretty simple: you have the potential for twice the power (one full stop of light), […]

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]]> 147106 The Advantages of Shooting with 2 Speedlites https://westcottu.com/the-advantages-of-shooting-with-2-speedlites Thu, 23 Apr 2015 18:33:07 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=146949 The Rapid Box Duo features the same instant setup and durable framework as the original Rapid Boxes, with the added ability to mount dual speedlites to the rear of the box. The Rapid Box Duo’s fully-adjustable dual shoe mount bracket is compatible with virtually all speedlites and is designed to give photographers effortless access to […]

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]]> 146949 On-Set of the Handmade Movement Series https://westcottu.com/set-handmade-movement-film-series Mon, 08 Dec 2014 16:51:43 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=142730 The Handmade Movement, a Montana-based film and photography collective, recently introduced “The Makers” online film series dedicated to the celebration of craftsmanship in the modern world. This series of short films features takes a cinematic approach to personal storytelling of different craftsman. The majority of the trailer, shown above, was shot on Red Epic with Canon L […]

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]]> 142730 CLOSED: Rapid Box Duo Sweepstakes https://westcottu.com/contests/rapid-box-duo-sweepstakes https://westcottu.com/contests/rapid-box-duo-sweepstakes#respond Mon, 17 Nov 2014 12:00:34 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=142544 The Rapid Box Duo is the latest addition to Westcott's popular speedlite softbox line. This portable modifier gives photographers the ability to attach up to 2 speedlites via a fully-adjustable rear-mounted double shoe mount bracket.

The Rapid Box Duo features durable construction, highly-reflective interior, optional inner and outer diffusion, and umbrella-style framework. A grid is also availble seperately for more controlled output.

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]]> https://westcottu.com/contests/rapid-box-duo-sweepstakes/feed 0 142544 Adjusting Light Positioning for Portraiture https://westcottu.com/adjusting-light-positioning-portraiture Sun, 19 Oct 2014 15:47:58 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=142466 Joel Grimes, a Westcott Top Pro Elite portrait photographer, creates a stunning overhead beauty shot in this lighting tutorial. Here, he discusses light positioning and how to capture both minimal and dramatic shadows by simply raising and lowering a single light source. Joel first begins this portrait session with just a single light source centered […]

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]]> 142466 CLOSED: Rapid Box Octa Mini Sweepstakes https://westcottu.com/contests/rapid-box-octa-mini-sweepstakes https://westcottu.com/contests/rapid-box-octa-mini-sweepstakes#respond Mon, 13 Oct 2014 05:00:34 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=141726 The Rapid Box Octa Mini by Westcott is the ideal on-location modifier for speedlite photographers, featuring a durable umbrella-style frame and a fully-adjustable cold shoe bracket. Enter now for your shot at winning this portable speedlite softbox.

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]]> https://westcottu.com/contests/rapid-box-octa-mini-sweepstakes/feed 0 141726 Beauty Portraits with Terry White and the Skylux LED https://westcottu.com/terry-white-skylux-led Mon, 06 Oct 2014 14:24:32 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=141732 Adobe expert and photography educator Terry White takes us behind-the-scenes of a beauty photo shoot in his Detroit studio. For this beauty shot, Terry utilizes 3  LEDs to light his subject. The Skylux LED by Westcott is a daylight-balanced continuous LED light source. The Skylux’s output can be adjust from 30% to 100% for precise control. The first Skylux is […]

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]]> 141732 #speedlitesweepstakes https://westcottu.com/contests/speedlitesweepstakes https://westcottu.com/contests/speedlitesweepstakes#respond Mon, 25 Aug 2014 14:00:18 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=141593 Enter to win a Westcott Speedlite ProGrip Umbrella Kit and a Speedlite Rental from Lens Pro To Go! Entry open from Monday, August 25th 2014 at 12:00 pm EST to Sunday, August 31st 2014 at 11:59 pm EST. Open to U.S. Residents only.

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]]> https://westcottu.com/contests/speedlitesweepstakes/feed 0 141593 Neil van Niekerk Reviews the Rapid Box https://westcottu.com/neil-van-niekerk-reviews-rapid-box Tue, 05 Aug 2014 14:31:05 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=141543 This article is courtesy of New Jersey portrait photographer Neil van Niekerk. Don’t you just hate it when something you use becomes obsolete? Well, you’d think that lighting equipment have a long lifespan. A softbox is a softbox. Well, if you can’t replace a damaged part of it because the manufacturer discontinued that part, then you’re […]

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]]> 141543 Understanding a Beauty Dish https://westcottu.com/beauty-dish Mon, 21 Jul 2014 17:30:02 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=141445 Westcott creates a vast amount of products for photographers of all varieties. One of the most versatile products for speedlite shooters is our .  The Rapid Box series is a compact light modifier (measuring under 15 inches long when closed) that pops open to its full size by simply sliding the center shaft.  The ability […]

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]]> 141445 Mixing Available Light with Artificial Light https://westcottu.com/mixing-available-light-artificial-light https://westcottu.com/mixing-available-light-artificial-light#comments Tue, 15 Jul 2014 19:56:50 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=141428 Westcott Top Pro Rick Sammon is not only a renowned photographer, but is also the author of over 36 books, winning both the Golden Light Award and the Ben Franklin Award. A talented educator, Rick is the leader in mobile photography apps and hosts an array for photography workshops and presentations worldwide every year. Here, Rick discusses […]

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]]> https://westcottu.com/mixing-available-light-artificial-light/feed 2 141428 Balancing Sunlight with Terry White https://westcottu.com/balancing-sunlight-terry-white https://westcottu.com/balancing-sunlight-terry-white#comments Mon, 07 Jul 2014 17:40:39 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=141327 With over 20 years of experience in the industry, author and educator Terry White takes a photo shoot outside of his Detroit studio to demonstrate the best practices of balancing sunlight for portraits. Sunlight can create harsh shadows and unflattering highlights. Photographers can quickly balance this ambient light with a speedlite and a Rapid Box […]

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]]> https://westcottu.com/balancing-sunlight-terry-white/feed 1 141327 Clamshell Lighting with the Skylux https://westcottu.com/clamshell-lighting-skylux Thu, 12 Jun 2014 20:54:49 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=141036 Clamshell lighting is a popular among portrait and beauty photographers. By using two light sources, one directed down onto a subject’s face and one directed up toward a subject’s face , a photographer can eliminate a majority of shadows created by minor imperfections. This lighting technique creates a flawless appearance in head shots. While photographers […]

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]]> 141036 Craig Beckta: The Rapid Box Strip https://westcottu.com/craig-beckta-rapid-box-strip Thu, 15 May 2014 16:02:02 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=140634 Talented portrait photographer Craig Beckta, of Halifax, Nova Scotia, discusses the details and features of the 10″ x 24″ Rapid Box Strip modifier in this latest Westcott Lighting review. Craig uses the 26″ Rapid Box Octa as his main light (results in the first image below) and then adds the Rapid Box Strip to gain dimension and […]

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]]> 140634 Thierry Dehove Parle de la Westcott Rapid Box https://westcottu.com/thierry-dehove-rapid-box Tue, 06 May 2014 14:13:24 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=140479 Le photographe français Thierry Dehove décrit les fonctionnalités de la Westcott Rapid Box speedlite modificateur. Le 26″ Rapid Box est un hors-flash de l’appareil modificateur novateur construit sur ​​parapluie de style cadre. Ce cadre permet l’installation facile; d’une simple pression sur le support central, la boîte assemble et est prêt à aller. Construit avec de l’aluminium solide, […]

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]]> 140479 Denis Rule and the ProGrip Umbrella Kit https://westcottu.com/dennis-rule-and-the-progrip-umbrella-kit Sun, 04 May 2014 14:07:56 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=140467 Ottawa, Canada commercial photographer Denis Rule discusses the feature of the new ProGrip as he shoot in-studio.  The ProGrip is a versatile and super comfortable speedlite handle designed for off-camera flash photographers. It is uniquely designed to mount speedlites and radio triggers onto one hand-held custom molded grip and modify any speedlite’s output by simply […]

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]]> 140467 Craig Beckta Reviews the 26″ Rapid Box https://westcottu.com/craig-beckta-reviews-26-rapid-box Tue, 29 Apr 2014 14:41:27 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=140414 Talented portrait photographer Craig Beckta, of Halifax, Nova Scotia, discusses the details and features of the 26″ Rapid Box octagonal speedlite modifier in this latest Westcott Lighting review. The 26″ Rapid Box is an innovative off-camera flash modifier constructed on an umbrella-style frame. This framework allows for effortless setup; with a simple push on the […]

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]]> 140414 Capturing Impressive Senior Portraits https://westcottu.com/senior-portraits-rapid-box-xxl Mon, 28 Apr 2014 17:38:02 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=140403 Westcott Top Pro photographer Matt Hernandez discusses the features and benefits of the Rapid Box XXL while shooting sports-themed senior portraits in this latest review. With quick set-up and a lightweight frame, Matt is easily able to use this large modifier throughout his on-location shoots. The Rapid Box XL and XXL offer two removable diffusion […]

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]]> 140403 Real Deal Review: Rapid Box XL https://westcottu.com/real-deal-review-rapid-box-xl Thu, 10 Apr 2014 19:38:44 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=140370 Portrait and fashion photographer Martin Howard of Columbus, Mississippi discusses the Westcott Rapid Box XL in this latest Real Deal Review video. For strobes and constant lighting, the 36” Rapid Box XL and the 48” Rapid Box XXL are designed for convenience. Durable materials are partnered with an umbrella-style frame, allowing for remarkably quick assembly. These […]

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]]> 140370 Record Store Engagement Session with Benny Migs and the Rapid Box https://westcottu.com/record-store-engagement-session-benny-migs-rapid-box Mon, 24 Mar 2014 19:46:01 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=140290 Kristina and Adam asked me to photograph their engagement session at a local record store, Looney Tunes.  This was right up my alley.  I love to work in locations that are out of the norm. The problem was that the store would be open during the shoot.  Needless to say, I could not come in […]

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]]> 140290 Bob Davis on the ProGrip Speedlite Handle https://westcottu.com/bob-davis-progrip-speedlite-handle Fri, 21 Feb 2014 15:09:55 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=140200 Westcott Top Pro Elite photographer Bob Davis discusses the use of the new ProGrip Speedlite Handle in this video tutorial. An avid speedlite shooter, Bob is an expert in creating beautiful images with off-camera flash. The Westcott ProGrip Speedlite Handle is available both on its own or two kits, the ProGrip Umbrella Kit and the […]

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]]> 140200 Real Deal Review: The Rapid Box XXL https://westcottu.com/real-deal-review-rapid-box-xxl Thu, 20 Feb 2014 18:35:21 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=140242 Mike Osborn of Osborn Photography in central Illinois reviews the Rapid Box XXL in this latest Real Deal Review. Designed for constant and strobe lights, the Rapid Box XXL is a 48″ octagon-shaped softbox constructed for lightweight durability. A solid aluminum umbrella style frame allows for quick set-up and easy portability. The Rapid Box XXL […]

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]]> 140242 How To Balance Sunlight with Terry White https://westcottu.com/balance-sunlight-terry-white Fri, 31 Jan 2014 20:55:59 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=140146 Shooting on a lake in Michigan, Westcott Top Pro Elite photographer Terry White uses the Westcott Rapid Box Octa to balance sunlight during mid-day portrait session. Using the Rapid Box and a speedlite to better control the light illuminating his model, Terry is able to slow his shutter speed to dim the ambient lighting. Typically photographer […]

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]]> 140146 Halloween Portraiture by Tim Breaseale https://westcottu.com/halloween-portraiture-tim-breaseale Fri, 06 Dec 2013 15:37:21 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=139550 This photography blog post was originally written by photographer Tim Breaseale of Tim Breaseale Photography located in South Florida. “The past few weeks have been my photographer’s paradise for portraiture.  I thought the subjects of zombies, the undead, and the Day of the Dead characters would be ideal subject matter for my review of the Westcott Rapid Box 26″ Octa.” The Rapid […]

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]]> 139550 Real Deal Review – The Rapid Box Speedlite Kit https://westcottu.com/real-deal-review-rapid-box Wed, 20 Nov 2013 21:07:14 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=139382 Team Westcott sent portrait and wedding photographer Benny Migs the Westcott Rapid Box in return for a product review. And that’s exactly what Benny did in this Real Deal Review video.  Based in Long Island, New York, a majority of Benny’s shoots are on-location. This working photographer appreciates the Rapid Box’s simple set-up and quick […]

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]]> 139382 Using the Rapid Box to Create Depth and Dimension https://westcottu.com/rick-sammon-uses-the-rapid-box-to-add-dimension Wed, 20 Nov 2013 19:57:01 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=139371 In this Westcott video, Top Pro Elite Rick Sammon discusses the dimension and depth that proper lighting can create in portraits. As Sammon states, “light illuminates, shadows define”. He uses the Westcott Rapid Box shining from a 2 o’clock position, slightly above eye-level, onto his subject. This lighting technique is often used by photographers and […]

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]]> 139371 Continuous Light with Skylux LED https://westcottu.com/continuous-light-with-led-lights Tue, 15 Oct 2013 14:11:18 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=138666 Join Westcott Top Pro Rafael “RC” Concepcion and the Kelby Media Group as they review the .  The Skylux is one of the newest lighting systems in the Westcott lineup and packs 1000 Watts of dimmable, continuous light.  The best part of continuous light is the ability to use the same lights for photography as you […]

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]]> 138666 Going Retro with Hernan Rodriguez https://westcottu.com/retro-photo-shoot-with-hernan-rodriguez Mon, 26 Aug 2013 17:09:42 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=139133 Top Pro and Celebrity photographer Hernan Rodriguez takes us back in time with a retro photo shoot in this video. Hernan uses a variety of layers to create some fantastic images.  First, Hernan discussess the overall setup involving Westcott’s , and the across a . This combination adds depth to the image. Follow along as Hernan […]

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]]> 139133 Full-Length and Head shot Portraits with The Rapid Box https://westcottu.com/full-length-and-head-shot-portraits https://westcottu.com/full-length-and-head-shot-portraits#comments Fri, 23 Aug 2013 19:32:12 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=139114 Westcott Top Pro Justin Van Leeuwen walks viewers through brief outdoor photo shoot using the 26″ Octa Rapid Box. Justin demonstrates how quickly this light modifier is set-up due to an umbrella-style frame. A single Rapid Box raised over his subject as able to illuminate a full-body portrait. For a classic head shot, Justin brings […]

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]]> https://westcottu.com/full-length-and-head-shot-portraits/feed 1 139114 Real Deal Review: The Rapid Box Speedlite System https://westcottu.com/review-of-the-rapid-box Fri, 07 Jun 2013 06:20:07 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=133245 Photographer Kelli D. from West Virginia had the chance to review the Rapid Box Speedlite System for us in this week’s Real Deal Review. The Rapid Box features a very quick setup, along with a gorgeous output of light from a single speedlite.  The Rapid Box allows photographers to mount their speedlite flash on the outside of the […]

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