| We're always looking to add extra value and services to Milton Keynes' premier photo studio and this week we're pleased to announce that we've added an additional two Bowens 500w/s heads to our existing array of kit. This takes our current tally to eight Bowens 500w/s studio flash heads, making it possible for more complex lighting set-ups or complete redundancy of a four-head set up. |
| At the same time, we've added a second wireless flash trigger system, making it possible for two shoots to be taking place simultaneously in our two large shooting areas on two floors. So if you want to share your studio hire with a friend or another photographer you can, and you can both be shooting at the same time too! |
| On top of our two 120x30cm gridded softboxes, we've also added a genuine Bowens Softstrip 140, delivering a wonderfully even spread of light perfect for full length fashion or beauty shots in a larger 140x40cm size. |
| Come and try it all out soon, and for a full list of equipment included in your low studio hire rates, check out our equipment pages. |
It's all personal taste of course, but many people ask us why we take meter readings for our studio flash. This is especially true now many people use the screens on their DSLRs or histograms to 'meter' their overall shots that way.
That's great if it works for you, but when you want to start working with slightly more complex lighting set-ups, getting the right effect could take a long time and a lot of trial and error til you get it right.
That's when a flash meter comes into its own, allowing you to monitor the settings for each flash individually or combined quickly and easily - maximising the chances of getting the shot you were after first time and maximising your shooting time.
Here's a useful video tutorial on using a flash meter, from an expert in all things lighting, Garry Edwards, who's an advocate of budget lighting company Lencarta.
So now you know why we use a meter. Next time you're visiting us, ask us to take you through the finer points in person - all part of the service!
