How to Light Portraits on Location | Behind the Scenes with Ian Spanier

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In this video, Ian Spanier breaks down his favorite ways to light subjects on location.
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00:00 - Introduction
01:36 - Lighting Gear Breakdown
02:13 - Setup #1
04:39 - Setup #2
06:42 - Must-Have Camera Gear for On-Location Shoots
08:21 - Setup #3
#photography #FJ400

[@TylerRivera]

I loved all the photos! But the rock , and the mountains in the background were my favorite!

[@tommynikon2283]

FANTASTIC results.

[@sveneezy2059]

Would have loved to see what the lights do individually on the last setup.

[@Last222]

My guy on his Navy Seal for real! lol, nice work!

[@markk2473]

Great tutorial.

[@beverlybasden2648]

Thank you, Great Video

[@LucasRafaelDesenhista]

Great video! Nice tips! 😇👏😇

[@romiemiller7876]

Great models are also expensive, but worth the money. If, like me usually, it's a personal project with little budget, amateurs or new models may be a necessity.

[@drewsleyy3836]

awesome video, I love your narration style!

[@WestcottLighting]

Thanks for watching!!

[@MartinV.]

Great Video!

[@WestcottLighting]

Thanks!! 🙂

[@brianm4055]

Nice video! Great tips & shots. I know it's not a Westcott, but can you share what mono pole that you use?

[@luissalazar2159]

Good job team, I will try the 7’ white

[@WestcottLighting]

Let us know how you like it, it’s one of our favorites!

[@abadjoseph]

Thanks for the content! If you didn't have an assistant, would you bring a different kit?

[@Dmsstudios64]

she is absolutely beautiful. love the location too

[@kennethpahl3250]

What light meter can I use with the FJ400 strobes?

[@maveric13]

great video! where was this shot??

[@IanSpanier]

Thanks! We shot at a park in Littleton, Co. 🙏🏻

[@ronscarbel5062]

Would love to know what the light pole is. Been looking for something to take on location.

[@jpdj2715]

If you mean the handheld boom with the ball on the end, that's a Photoflex LiteReach Plus as far as I can see ($157)

[@ronscarbel5062]

@@jpdj2715 thank you for that info

[@DonEvans1]

I have that exact same light pole, as well as the FJ400s. Can you explain how you attached the bottom light to the pule?

[@WestcottLighting]

Ian attached a Super Clamp to the pole to add another mounting point. Thanks for watching!!

[@bluejoker150683]

Can you tell me the name of the light pole?

[@imagesbyoutlaw]

What light pole is this?

[@DonEvans1]

@@bluejoker150683 Photoflex Extra-Long Litereach Plus

[@DonEvans1]

@@imagesbyoutlaw Photoflex Extra-Long Litereach Plus

[@nickfeather1970]

Why are all the skies blown out?

[@alfista.]

I have 2 questions, 1.- what´s the name of type tripods that used ? 2.- what is the name of photographer and model? PLEASE

[@anitastevens9969]

Why is your shutter speed so low.. I thought it should be 1/200 for canon cameras when using strobes.

[@charlesstephens5974]

He was Controlling ambient with shutter speed he was also shooting at iso 50

[@ChoicesHabitsAttitudeLuck]

It says how to light. But there's no information on how much light ( flash power ) on your photos?

[@slimhim]

What difference would it make if he shot at full power or a quarter power? That only applies to the photos HE’S shooting. Absolutely nothing to do with whatever you shoot in your own photos.

[@NikosPer]

8:34 off topic, but have you guys ever wonder why you are not allowed to go off trail - even to make a beautiful photoshoot like this? I mean for 99,99% of people they are just rocks...but have you really ever wondered?

[@leslienelson7016]

too much equipment for me.

[@smaga3507]

Why are all the shots of hands and arms? Why is the hand on the elbow, distracting and taking away all energy? Arms out in front of the body? Blue jacket fingers look like spiders. Why not shoot the model?

[@freddylopez7536]

Model is very pretty but looks very unhappy. Same expression all day long. It would be helpful for her to study some pro models and how they create a story with there expressions. I'm not ragging on her because she's beautiful. But giving more to the camera is not only beneficial to her audience but greatly to her career. Send ing deep appreciation. F

[@PA-gt1dd]

damned dude...bench press much? You are looking crazy muscular. Yeah We're noticing

[@robcarballo5968]

again. not project for thge model .. use natural ligthing .. im sorry novision , no photography... fake ligthing is no treal.. bro .. keep your studio ligth in the studio ..

[@NikosPer]

Its exaggerated because he wanted more like "magazine shots" , it could be more subtle and be a win-win situation. Controlled lightning will always be superior to any natural light...