Lighting for YouTube Videos - Make Your Videos STAND OUT!
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Learn how to light your videos so that they will STAND OUT! These simple techniques will drastically improve the look of your videos.
Hey Creatives, thanks for stopping by! In this video we are taking a look at lighting, and giving a few tips on how you can utilize it for your advantage. In this video we are following a simple three point light set up. All the lighting equipment used in this video is linked below:
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Check out my full lighting course here: www.learnvideolighting.com
@psplaystationcollector165
Жыл бұрын
NICEEE ! i m a beginner , started some unboxing videos 😍.feel free to watch ,thanks to everybody for support!!😍😍
@mitchellglick8737
Жыл бұрын
Great video! Can you tell me the lights you used in this video?
@kennedyvasquez3517
Жыл бұрын
So helpful. What lights are the round ones if you don’t mind?
@johanneshartman4618
Жыл бұрын
Jezus is heer
@fastxgraphics
9 ай бұрын
"Hi Ben Johnson, Thank you for sharing valuable information. If we don't have a light source that allows us to adjust its brightness, how can we effectively use lighting for our KZread videos? Should we aim for low, medium, or bright lighting?"
This is basically 2 years worth of college lighting tutorials, in one concise video.
@benjohnsoncreative
3 жыл бұрын
LOL 😂 You aren’t wrong...
@RealHomeRecording
3 жыл бұрын
If that is all you learned about lighting in college after two years then you went to the wrong darn college!
@rontheronin
3 жыл бұрын
Nothing but facts
@FlyingArtz.
3 жыл бұрын
And i need college why???
@psycold
3 жыл бұрын
I paid $50k for one year of film school and they barely taught us any of this.
What u have explained in 5 min really others failed to explain in very long boring tubes..well done ✅
@benjohnsoncreative
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Sukon!
@taimoorhassan5721
2 ай бұрын
100% agreed
one of the first times in my life i actually follow the request of hitting the like button. great video bro
@benjohnsoncreative
Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for the support, I'm so glad you found this helpful!
*Even after three years this is the BEST video on lighting for youtube videos!*
@benjohnsoncreative
11 ай бұрын
Thanks! I’m glad you found it helpful!
I’m getting professional lighting education from a free, 6 minute KZread video! Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us beginners. It means everything 🙏🏼
@benjohnsoncreative
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Kris! Happy to share!
I have never seen a video explaining indoor camera lightning so well. Very well done!!!
@benjohnsoncreative
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
I know this video is old and you probably won’t see this, but this video has helped so much. I started tik tok in February, and grew to 700k followers, watched this in the beginning, coming back now that I have all the gear necessary and so excited to attempt this type of shot. THANK YOU
@benjohnsoncreative
Жыл бұрын
That’s amazing Jacob!! Way to kill it on Tik Tok!
@garuuntech
Жыл бұрын
Name of your tiktok so follow you
@positive.stories
Жыл бұрын
Wow
@_KRUGR_
Жыл бұрын
@@garuuntech parasyketv
@jasonhuskie988
11 ай бұрын
At least 180 more potential followers here waiting for the name of your TT account
Simple, straightforward, not a lot of fluff. No self-fellating or "hey go buy this"... Now that's what I call a helpful video!! Cheers mate! Great content!
@benjohnsoncreative
Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
This changed my entire perspective on video lighting, thank you so much for this.
@benjohnsoncreative
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks I’m glad it helped! People can make it seem so crazy and difficult but it doesn’t have to be :)
@Kaskobi
3 жыл бұрын
@@benjohnsoncreative I agree! I always found it a hard topic to cope with but i have a much better understanding thanks to this video! I’ll be posting something in a few days in which i used this knowledge so lets hope its an improvement! Lol
The lighting and editing is slick af. Keep it up man this was super helpful!
@benjohnsoncreative
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and for the encouragement! Also, check out my budget lighting video if you are in the market for good lighting on a budget! kzread.info/dash/bejne/maB3mcyak7vAgqg.html
@danielarvicaviado456
3 жыл бұрын
I watched the same youtube video with the God himself. I feel so holy.
@buuda8568
3 жыл бұрын
Why you looking for good lighting, face reveal 🤔🤔
@ll-SCOURGE-ll
3 жыл бұрын
@@buuda8568 yes
@kingdoejarthecollector6338
3 жыл бұрын
💯
I've been working with video for over 20 years. This video very well produced and covers the basics in a very good way. Good for learning and reminding, well done!
My first time watching your videos and subscribed right away. No unnecessary info, straight to the point, well explained and visual support. Def planning on checking the entire channel!
Starting with a “blank canvas” is a must. Same rules apply when doing photography with strobes. Get your ambient shot, then add one light, your second light, etc
@benjohnsoncreative
2 жыл бұрын
Yes it will definitely give you much more control and knowledge of what’s going on!
Was fully expecting to see around 100k plus subscribers, incredibly high quality.
@benjohnsoncreative
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! We are on our way there haha 🤘🏻
@PlasticScot
3 жыл бұрын
@@benjohnsoncreative Best of luck to you sir!
You're a youtube hero. Thanks for saving us from the perils of bad lighting
@benjohnsoncreative
Жыл бұрын
haha Thanks Coco, I'm glad you found this helpful!
Nothing has clicked until now. Thank you for being so clear and to the point and not wasting anybody's time but actually providing value and instruction that makes sense. I really appreciate this!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@benjohnsoncreative
Жыл бұрын
I’m glad it helped! Thanks for commenting with the encouragement
Amazing explanation! 🙌🏼🙌🏼
@benjohnsoncreative
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Luis! 🙌🏻
I have so many different lights, but still unsure how to use them correctly 🤣 So happy I came across this video, I cannot wait to try all of this. Definitely subbed, nothin but love!!!! 💚
@benjohnsoncreative
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Brandi glad to have you as part of the creative crew!🤘🏻
I’ve been waiting Ching lighting tutorials for years (and my video lighting still sucks) and this has been BY FAR the most straightforward and usual tutorial I’ve EVER watched! I actually feel like I can duplicate this effort! Thanks so much!!
Thanks for addressing the reflection in the glasses. That’s something I’ve struggled with ever since I started streaming and recording videos. This video will greatly help improve the quality of the lighting in my streams and videos by helping Illuminate the reflection in my glasses. Thank you so much.
@benjohnsoncreative
Жыл бұрын
Glasses can be tough! I've got a whole video dedicated to it on my channel: kzread.info/dash/bejne/e4WWxrOfgryXg9Y.html
BRB Going to step up my lighting game ASAP! So many practical tips here! Thanks for sharing!
@benjohnsoncreative
4 жыл бұрын
Zac Sopak Can’t wait time see what you come up with! 💡
@benjohnsoncreative
4 жыл бұрын
Also, I spy a pun in your comment, related to step four in my video haha 😂
@ZacSopak
4 жыл бұрын
@@benjohnsoncreative HAHAH Dude it just flowed out me and I didn't even know it.
@saminrahman9740
3 жыл бұрын
Damn, it was great
@lavalyricsandmore4015
3 жыл бұрын
Shot
Very professional and to the point. Greatly appreciated, thank you.
@benjohnsoncreative
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Abu!
@NellenelleForSure
3 жыл бұрын
@MACHAR PLAYZ I'll never look at a conversation between Aladdin and his 🐒 Abu the same again... Thanks 😅😆
This is one of the best lighting tutorial for Video Production! With proper lighting setups and knowledge, this one rocks! ✨
@benjohnsoncreative
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Darwin!
Thanks for a clear and practical explanation! I just purchased a nice quality camera and now I'm looking forward to playing with my lighting setup to take things to the next level. This video has been very helpful.
Wow I didn’t realize how much lighting is used to create this look. I appreciate how this looks much more now
@benjohnsoncreative
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Lauren! Yes most of the time it’s all about the lighting :)
Great video! Thank you!
@benjohnsoncreative
3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the video!
Thank you so much for this! I've been wrestling with the lighting in my videos for a long time and I really feel like I have a better idea of what I want now. This is easily the best tutorial I've seen in ages.
@benjohnsoncreative
2 жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you! That’s a huge compliment - I’m so glad you found value here
Thank you! The changes from before and after are so drastic! Usually I'd be researching so many videos in order to get things right. But this is literally the only one I need. Everything is explained, and amazingly in such a SHORT video. Thank you again!
@benjohnsoncreative
Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
It has taken me forever ....lol thank you bebe
@benjohnsoncreative
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Rebecca!
Amazing video mate!!! So helpful! Thanks so much!
@benjohnsoncreative
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Captain Joe! Glad you enjoyed it!
@jonasberkmiller7603
3 жыл бұрын
No way. You're here! :O
@Sameer_AhmadTV
3 жыл бұрын
@@jonasberkmiller7603 ahah that’s what i said. All the famous youtubers i watch are here 🤣
hands down the best lighting tutorial I've come across. Simple and straight to the point
@benjohnsoncreative
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Josh! Glad you enjoyed it!
Probably the simplest and most effective lighting tutorial I’ve seen. Thanks dude
You nailed it man😮💥💥💣
@benjohnsoncreative
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!
Thanks a lot for making this video. I've learnt what I wanted to know
@benjohnsoncreative
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome glad it was helpful for you, thanks for watching!
Thanks mate. Watched about 10 of these 'light your studio' videos. And this one really landed it all for me. Appreciate the work.
@benjohnsoncreative
4 ай бұрын
Great to hear!
Thanks a lot Ben. We are about to invest in some lights and cameras to up the quality of our video podcast. This was a great help and I appreciate it being 5 mins long!
I never even thought to look at how lighting really works like this, I love the clear breakdown and the aesthetic looks awesome! Thanks for this, great explanation!!
@benjohnsoncreative
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Rohan! It really does make all the difference 💡
Best lighting tutorial ever. Straight to the subject matter. Broke it down into three key points and made it step by step, clear, and concise. No extra rambling and even gave a bonus lighting shot. Great information.
@benjohnsoncreative
2 жыл бұрын
Glad you found it helpful, Javier! I try to get to the point as quickly as possible, cut the fluff 😎
Super helpful, I actually did some of these initial steps without knowing it was actually good practice, but with the additional tips it changed my lighting game!
@benjohnsoncreative
7 ай бұрын
Amazing! I’m glad you found value in the video!
Hey Ben, thank you for taking the time to put together this tutorial. I found it extraordinarily helpful. I’m in the process of doing commercial work and part of the requirements are to submit audition reels. Being new to this process I’ve found it difficult to do at home. This is going to help me purchase the right lighting and establish the right effects so that when I create a reel, the casting directors will be able to focus on me and not the poor quality of the video. Thanks again!
@benjohnsoncreative
4 ай бұрын
That’s great to hear! I’m glad the video was helpful for you! I’ve got lots of other tutorials on the channel - check them out!
Possibly the most concise guide to 3 point lighting I've ever watched, and with great results too. Thanks so much.
@benjohnsoncreative
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jay! 🙌🏻
This was the best primer on lighting I've seen. As I approach 100k subs, I want to take my channel to the next level. Thank you!
@Silverpicker
3 жыл бұрын
Any recs on the lights, though? The ones in your referral links are out of stock :(
@benjohnsoncreative
3 жыл бұрын
Yes check out this follow up vid: kzread.info/dash/bejne/qZ2W0NezpdrgmZs.html I plan on trying to find a good alternative to link since those ones are out rn You could check for them on B&H as well
@Nehakhan-ed2tt
3 жыл бұрын
m.kzread.info/dash/bejne/a6GKpKSnervNY84.html
I once bought an online lighting course for 1 month. You somehow managed to put everything that I learned in that 1 month to a 6 minute video. Amazing! Keep it up!
@benjohnsoncreative
Жыл бұрын
So glad this was helpful! I also have a lighting course if you’re interested : www.learnvideolighting.com (code ENDOFYEAR to save$)
I love the way you were able to articulate what goes on in your mind when you’re setting up! FIRE content
@benjohnsoncreative
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Oliver glad you enjoyed it! More like this coming soon!
I am starting my own, and when I've researched about lighting, this video came in hot! Thank you for the tip!
@benjohnsoncreative
3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the video and found it helpful! More tutorials coming soon!
Fantastic explainer video! It was so helpful to see the incremental improvements from each additional light source.
Two years later and this is still the best lighting video out there. Thanks for sharing!
@benjohnsoncreative
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Victoria!
This is SUCH a great tutorial. I've seen a whole bunch now, but the fact that you did this in just 6 minutes is super impressive. I really appreciate it!
@benjohnsoncreative
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much appreciate that! 🙏🏻
Keep making stuff like this and you'll be at 1M easily. Great quality, minimalistic edits that just make sense. Good stuff.
@benjohnsoncreative
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@BeingDengineer
3 жыл бұрын
kzread.info/dash/bejne/a4t3l9ugj7KtZpc.html
I dunno why it warms my heart to see a guy like you with such a sweet and sincere smile!! It brightens my day lol. I literally only clicked because of your smile (and great lighting so we could see that great smile 😉) 🥰 Have a lovely day! Edit: It appears you make great content! I subscribed! Looking forward to more.
@benjohnsoncreative
Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
Thank you for explaining this so well. Can’t wait to implement these tips!
Man I really appreciate this. I've never seen all of this explained so quickly and simply. I am not a youtuber and may or may not ever be in the future, but as an artist just now getting into digital art, I can see where this immediately applies to that as well.
@benjohnsoncreative
3 жыл бұрын
I’m glad you got some value out of it spaceman!
Easily the best tutorial I have ever seen around video lighting and composition. Absolutely brilliant
@benjohnsoncreative
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much James I appreciate that!
The way you made this to be clear is incredible 💯
@benjohnsoncreative
9 ай бұрын
I appreciate that!
I love how you structured this video. Great explanation and a pleasure watching!
@benjohnsoncreative
Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
Really helpful! You deserve more subs man!
@benjohnsoncreative
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dwaine!
Awesome work man. Been at this for a while and I still have no idea what I’m doing with my lighting. This video for sure gave me some tips!
@benjohnsoncreative
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Check out my budget lighting video as well for some cheaper alternatives! kzread.info/dash/bejne/maB3mcyak7vAgqg.html
Thank you so much for these tips! Going to have to get creative with the lamps I have.
@benjohnsoncreative
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome! Getting creative is the best part!
Video i was looking for , straightforward! Thank you
Love this channel❤️
@benjohnsoncreative
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ari! 🖤
I'm going to try this with the basic home lamps I have here. The placements are amazing and I think even with no budget at the moment, I can do way better. Thank you for the inspiration. I love your content, Ben!
@benjohnsoncreative
3 жыл бұрын
You should check out part 2 of this video that I just released where I do this set up under $100! kzread.info/dash/bejne/maB3mcyak7vAgqg.html
Thanks for breaking this down in such a straight forward way. I’m currently trying to improve my setup to get better shots. I’m very much a beginner in this regard.
@benjohnsoncreative
Жыл бұрын
You’re welcome! I’m glad you found this helpful!
Just starting my channel and was looking for ways to increase quality of lighting setup. This video was super helpful, thanksI Hope I can implement it correctly ☺️
@benjohnsoncreative
6 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful! I’ve got tons of other lighting tutorials on the channel and a light course: www.learnvideolighting.com (Code CREATIVE20 saves 20%)
Absolutely incredible. Thank you, Ben!
@benjohnsoncreative
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Mind!
@setup.lucido
2 жыл бұрын
muito fã de ambos
Thank you. This was exactly what I was looking for 🙏
@benjohnsoncreative
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome I’m glad you found it haha!
I'm just beginning my KZread channel next month and creating the setup and intros. Your content is incredibly helpful, thanks so much!
@benjohnsoncreative
Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Samantha!
Hi Ben, I had to set up for an interview on short notice and this video of yours along with the other budget friendly one were a god-send. A little experimentation and it came out so well!
@benjohnsoncreative
15 күн бұрын
That’s awesome! I’d love to see the results, feel free to send a screenshot here: www.benjohnsoncreative.com/sendsetup
Man u deserves more subscribers! 👍🏽
@benjohnsoncreative
3 жыл бұрын
lol thanks filmy! I’m just stoked about all of you who are here watching the vids!
I have struggled with lighting for YEARS. This is literally the only video that has ever helped me understand how to set up a lighting scene. So much appreciation for this video. Thank you!
@benjohnsoncreative
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome Ruby I’m so glad this helped!
Absolutely amazing. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for this video. I'm setting my set up and this really helped.
@benjohnsoncreative
2 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped!
Straight to point. No unnecesary filler words etc. This video has made me understand all the features I thought were unnecessary. Consequently, I am now going all in to get my lights. Thank!
@benjohnsoncreative
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome!
Thank you! Lighting is definitely a game changer when it comes to filming Makeup Tutorials. This is super helpful.
@benjohnsoncreative
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it is helpful summer!
As a photographer, I knew these types of lights, but was happy to see how you implemented a video version of them in your videos! Thanks!
@benjohnsoncreative
Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
This video saved my life 😍 very important content in a short video. Thank you so much ❤️
@benjohnsoncreative
Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
I've struck 🥇 gold! Many 😊 Thanks!
@benjohnsoncreative
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching AA!
This is legit the best advice on mood lighting I have ever learned! Can't wait to use these in my own videos. U earned another sub brutherr
@benjohnsoncreative
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Redxzy! Have fun with it!
THE best video i've seen so far! Simple, straightforward, informative. You're great! Thank you!
@benjohnsoncreative
8 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
This will help with my new year as I vlog! Thank you for the tip/advice
@benjohnsoncreative
Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
Assistindo do Brasil 🇧🇷 Ótimo vídeo, ótima didática, ótimo conteúdo ❤
This is so much knowledge delivered right to the point in under 6 minutes. Very inspirational, both from a lighting knowledge perspective and also a video structure perspective. Thank you so much for this.
@benjohnsoncreative
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome I’m glad it helped! And thank you!
Just received my key, fill, and practicals. Need to order my Rim. Thanks for the video!
@benjohnsoncreative
Жыл бұрын
Glad it helped!
Thank you Ben I think you answered about all my questions for video lighting! great video!
@benjohnsoncreative
Жыл бұрын
Happy to help!
Incredible video 👌🏻 thank you for this
@benjohnsoncreative
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Ryan!
I’ve binged watched a lot of your tutorials and I will say, I’ve seen a lot of tldr videos about lighting and yours is straight to the point, concise, just what I was looking for. I’ve been shooting since 2017 but to be honest I haven’t gotten down to the nitty gritty of lighting basics so I’m grateful for your content. A lot of people including myself want to get down and dirty but never go back to basics or take the time to learn them because we’re all so used to getting things fast. Thank you.
@benjohnsoncreative
2 жыл бұрын
I’m glad this helped! Basics are always good to revisit from time to time
@SSSN17
2 жыл бұрын
shooting since 2017? what are your favorite guns! mine personally is the ak-47!
i learned a lot! mostly the three front lights on you and the one's in back are easier to create than i thought🤯
@benjohnsoncreative
12 күн бұрын
Happy to hear that!
Amazing, thank you for making it look so simple
@benjohnsoncreative
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! Glad you liked it!
Omg this is bringing me LIFE! I'm just learning lighting and everything - but this was BRILLIANT!
@benjohnsoncreative
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome I’m glad you found it helpful!
At this point I've probably watched hours of lighting videos and this one explains it better than them all combined in just 6 minutes and a really pleasant viewing experience 😍
@benjohnsoncreative
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome glad you found this one helpful! 💯
What an incredible package of information. Quick, casual and inviting!
@benjohnsoncreative
Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed!
The best video about lightning on TouTube! Thank you very much!
What an amazing video, short, concise and to the point. All we need to know about lighting in like 5min. That's awesome! Good job.
@benjohnsoncreative
Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
Great Tutorial. Thanks for sharing. Can you please share / suggest the ideal lighting setup for cooking videos ?
@mistermastermind528
3 жыл бұрын
It's going to be similar to this. You just need to study on how lighting will affect that angle in the camera where you focus on the cooking itself.
Ben thanks for the clear presentation. As a beginner its so helpful.
@benjohnsoncreative
2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome Susan!
Thank you so much for this well put together and helpful tutorial!
@benjohnsoncreative
2 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome!
No fluff, straight advice. Great video!
@benjohnsoncreative
Жыл бұрын
thanks Nate! Glad you enjoyed it!
My man, this is incredible quality content. I appreciate you for putting the time and making this video so nice and simple. the production level is high here! you're gonna hit the million in no time! keep up with the good work! I admire you
@benjohnsoncreative
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! More tutorials coming soon 💯
This really is an amazing tutorial. I now understand the basics of lighting while before I knew very little about it. Well done dude.
@benjohnsoncreative
6 күн бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you mate. I am just starting and you blew my mind 🥰
@benjohnsoncreative
Жыл бұрын
Glad I could help