1. Explain the purpose of reflectors, flash and simple lighting
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Reflectors, Flash and Simple Lighting
Learn to improve light with a reflector, bounce flash or one simple lamp.
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What you will learn
2. Apply a practical method to improve light with a reflector, bounce flash or one simple lamp
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3. Recognise the main technical, safety or professional risk
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4. Review the result and record one useful improvement
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Step-by-step practice
Step 1. Identify why reflectors, flash and simple lighting matters to the photograph you want to make.
Step 2. Prepare the subject, location, equipment and any required permission.
Step 3. Practise how to improve light with a reflector, bounce flash or one simple lamp.
Step 4. Review focus, exposure, light, composition, story and responsible practice.
Step 5. Complete this activity: Create a before-and-after portrait using one safe light modifier.
Safe and responsible practice: Keep lamps, cables and stands stable, cool and clear of walkways.
Practical activity
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Create a before-and-after portrait using one safe light modifier.
Good-practice checklist
Light direction and quality are deliberate
Colour supports the intended mood
Complete the practical activity for reflectors, flash and simple lighting
Record settings or decisions that produced the best result
Review the result on a second screen or as a print
Ask a qualified person when safety, privacy or legal consequences are significant
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