Why Your Studio Portraits Aren't Sharp (and How to Fix Them) | LIVE with Gavin Hoey
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- čas přidán 5. 09. 2024
- Getting your photos in focus is the foundation of how good your photography will be. And when it comes to studio portraits, Gavin Hoey says it’s all about the eyes. However, getting tack sharp eyes isn’t always as easy as it sounds, so learning and understanding why your studio portraits lack sharpness is an important skill that you'll keep forever.
Join Gavin Hoey as he takes you through the most common reasons your photos aren’t sharp. From autofocus issues and depth of field considerations to the impact of high ISO settings and balancing flash with ambient light, Gavin will cover it all. You'll learn practical tips, techniques, and troubleshooting strategies to ensure your studio portraits are consistently sharp and crystal clear.
Whether you're a beginner looking to improve your skills or an experienced photographer seeking to refine your craft, this hour long live stream is for you. Join the conversation, get your questions answered live and help steer the session or just watch along and enjoy the show.
Gavin Hoey is a freelance photographer, writer, and trainer of all things photographic. Gavin has a real passion for sharing his photography and Photoshop knowledge. In 2008, he started recording and uploading video tutorials to CZcams. His work is regularly featured in photography magazines, websites, and videos.
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✘ GEAR AND PRODUCTION EQUIPMENT USED:
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Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56mm f/1.2 R WR
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NanLite Forza 60C RGBLAC LED
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Flashpoint eVOLV 200 Pro
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Glow S2 Round Flash S-type Bowens Mount Bracket
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Flashpoint 9' Air-Cushion Heavy-Duty AutoStand Pro
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Glow EZ Lock Collapsible Silver Beauty Dish (25")
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Flashpoint 10’ C-Stand and Grip Arm
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Tether Tools Pro 16' USB 2.0 Active Extension Cable
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Sekonic L-858D-U Meter with Module for Flashpoint / Godox www.adorama.co...
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THANKS SO MUCH FOR WATCHING!
Gavin needs a TV show about ANYTHING I would watch
Every time I see Gavin running around the studio, all I can think of is Tim Curry in the movie “Clue”!
Seriously though I’ve been a photographer probably close to as long as you, and I find something in every video that is educational. Keep it up!
Another one I had to wait and watch the recording... Always learn something and fun to watch. One day I hope to have Chloe in front of my camera.
Loved this video! So annoyed I missed the live, but always catch up the next day!
Never too late Biggie 👍
When I was a lecturer I used to say the same when things got difficult : * talk amongst yourselves " lol
Arrived late so could only view the recording and live is a bit more fun. But you are always great and watchable, either way. Compliments to your team: They have gotten so good at all the production issues with streaming, like showing the right screen image, positioning the inset image, keeping the sound on 🤣 and the volume up, etc. Compliments to Chloe K- amazing how she can hold those poses and good posture throughout all your talking spells. Really appreciate your tips, thanks for sharing this session!
Great video Gavin
I thought that number was for the many flashes i could take 38:20
Always a successful tutorial! Thanks, Gavin & crew!
Entertaining as always Gavin. Thank you.
I've learnt so much from your videos. As always fun to watch.
I loved this demonstration thank you so much 🤞🏾
Great video, Gavin. Wish I'd managed to catch it live...
Hauser She is a character from the movie Total recall with Arnold Schwarzenegger
Thanks for a great video, Gavin! I'm happy to see you using a Fuji, which is what I mostly use, the Xt3 and X100V.
always magnifique!
That's the best I have seen the Light Strainer in use
These are great learning videos!
The last photo is extremely good!
Hello from Montreal, Canada
FUJI??? What happened to the lovely Olympus :)
Great video, great tip about flash power V flash duration. Doesn't normally affect me, but will remember when doing dance etc.
Hi Gavin. Really great video. Very informative and I loved the way you showed how fash and constant light create different results for sharp in focus images. Any chance of a private mesage with you. There is something I would like to discuss with you. Thanking you in advance. Best wishes. Andy
another great live! Of all the gear I see on your videos, I want to know about the green ball you have on the end of the grip arm on your c-stand. are they purpose-built? where can I find them. Tennis balls just don't seem to cut it. Cheers!
and another of your videos tells me they are cat toys :D never mind then. hahaha
Hello from Toowoomba Queensland Australia
❤love the show great ideas
I ❤️ Chloe!!!!
Amazing content. thank you!
Thank you
Great model Chloe !!!
No lights
Native ISO for Fuji is 160
I'm still a beginner, so this is really interesting. Higher flash power means light for a longer time, and can show movement, but doesn't the shutter speed control that? Or is 200/250 not fast enough to stop most movement? I actually think I might use this to my advantage, I'm photographing a ballet dancer next week and some fotos with movement might be good. If I want more movement, I think I need to use continuous light rather than flash. ...Oh wait, you just said with older flash technology it's the opposite. I don't know what we have at school exactly, I think it's older and plug in strobes. So would full power freeze more? I'm pretty sure that they don't show the flash duration at all.
You mentioned continuous auto focus, to keep up with Chloe. I've never used that, but it will probably be necessary to try out for the ballet shoot.
The name of the fuji progam is it the X app
Pontiac, Michigan USA
Hello there every one from Philippines here 🤓
Lightstrainer Pro Max !
Is that just a hss effect?
Are you jumping ship from Olympus to Fuji?
How a background
Fran is such a beauty would love to meet her.
Chloe is looking smokin' Hot! Great video as usual!
We learn because you make it fun by being totally potty. If you gave us a plain boring old lecture, we probably wouldn't learn anything. It's the fun bits that make us want to learn. 😃
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