Top down flat lay photography

Flat Lay photo layout. Tips and tricks to improve your photography.
Simple table top still life photography.
Studio lighting techniques for visual art still life subjects.
Whether it’s studio flash, speedlight, or strobe, easy techniques simply demonstrated.
Compositing techniques for fine art photography.
Plus, some tips and tricks in Photoshop to help things along a little.
I'll use a Canon DSLR tethered into Capture One to show you the iterations from basic image to completed photograph.
Profoto Studio flash strobe.
Diffusion material.
Canon 24-70mm f2.8 Lens.
Manfrotto 475B with a 410 geared head.
Phase One capture one software.

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  • @hairezaredzuwan5068
    @hairezaredzuwan50689 ай бұрын

    Sir, you teach well then my previous lecturer did. Thank you

  • @CameraClubLive

    @CameraClubLive

    9 ай бұрын

    It's my pleasure

  • @wouterg2853
    @wouterg2853 Жыл бұрын

    Really love your videos. So calmly explained, and all so understandable

  • @CameraClubLive

    @CameraClubLive

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad you like them!

  • @ricardobarca2619
    @ricardobarca2619 Жыл бұрын

    I wait every day for your videos because they are excellent.... Thank you very much.

  • @CameraClubLive

    @CameraClubLive

    Жыл бұрын

    So nice of you

  • @yetidodger6650
    @yetidodger6650 Жыл бұрын

    you've taught me a lot over the years, thank you.

  • @CameraClubLive

    @CameraClubLive

    Жыл бұрын

    You're very welcome!

  • @ITEasySupport
    @ITEasySupport Жыл бұрын

    Thank you. I love your VDO.

  • @CameraClubLive

    @CameraClubLive

    Жыл бұрын

    So nice of you

  • @aviewfinder
    @aviewfinder Жыл бұрын

    A masterclass in lighting. Thank you!

  • @CameraClubLive

    @CameraClubLive

    Жыл бұрын

    You're very welcome!

  • @jimgsewell
    @jimgsewell Жыл бұрын

    Thanks, I love learning the techniques. Your videos are a constant reminder of how much I need to go in developing my eye.

  • @CameraClubLive

    @CameraClubLive

    Жыл бұрын

    You are so welcome!

  • @anaphylaxis2548
    @anaphylaxis2548 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you again! Your images are interesting and beautiful, and your lessons are great.

  • @CameraClubLive

    @CameraClubLive

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad you like them!

  • @julietcollins8892
    @julietcollins8892 Жыл бұрын

    Fantastic video. Thank you so much!

  • @CameraClubLive

    @CameraClubLive

    Жыл бұрын

    You're very welcome!

  • @PatrickDSP
    @PatrickDSP Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for these videos. They're very well explained and demonstrated. Subscribed and happily awaiting your next ones.

  • @CameraClubLive

    @CameraClubLive

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad you like them!

  • @kdcom123
    @kdcom1239 ай бұрын

    I have learnt a lot from this video. Thank you!

  • @CameraClubLive

    @CameraClubLive

    9 ай бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @bikalpa1234
    @bikalpa1234 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much. Enjoyed a lot.

  • @CameraClubLive

    @CameraClubLive

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you too!

  • @Vimsern1
    @Vimsern111 ай бұрын

    You're an inspiration

  • @CameraClubLive

    @CameraClubLive

    11 ай бұрын

    Thank you.

  • @kentskjnnemann5629
    @kentskjnnemann5629 Жыл бұрын

    Love this kind of photography :) very good video :)

  • @CameraClubLive

    @CameraClubLive

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much 😀

  • @taiebsara1363
    @taiebsara1363 Жыл бұрын

    Great teaching ! Really clear explanation that successfully help understand the whole process. Thank you so much! Please, do teach more!

  • @CameraClubLive

    @CameraClubLive

    Жыл бұрын

    You're welcome.

  • @SEPK09
    @SEPK0911 ай бұрын

    Just goes to prove that photography learning takes time, unlike the hundreds of youth videos out there currently that either dont show anything or are completely useless and know NOTHING about photography, so well done sir for taking the time to show the BEST way.

  • @CameraClubLive

    @CameraClubLive

    11 ай бұрын

    Thanks for that!

  • @ANRALOGI
    @ANRALOGI Жыл бұрын

    Thank you, sir. Thank you for the world-class knowledge. unlike other youtubers that share knowledge but without in-depth knowledge like you sir. Forever in debt.

  • @CameraClubLive

    @CameraClubLive

    Жыл бұрын

    You are most welcome

  • @edyschmitt3442
    @edyschmitt3442 Жыл бұрын

    Like from Germany😊

  • @CameraClubLive

    @CameraClubLive

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the visit

  • @davidcole8812
    @davidcole8812 Жыл бұрын

    Nicely done.

  • @CameraClubLive

    @CameraClubLive

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @serdarsagkan6968
    @serdarsagkan6968 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you again.

  • @CameraClubLive

    @CameraClubLive

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you too!

  • @JohnKorvell
    @JohnKorvell Жыл бұрын

    I always like you pace as it allows me a few seconds to let the concept sink in my old brain. I am still waiting, however, for you to say "And Bob's your uncle" though

  • @CameraClubLive

    @CameraClubLive

    Жыл бұрын

    Maybe soon, thanks.

  • @happymystic9800
    @happymystic9800 Жыл бұрын

    Another great video of how you got to a fantastic photograph. Would you tell us a bit about the equipment you were using besides the photo gear. Highly appreciated.

  • @CameraClubLive

    @CameraClubLive

    Жыл бұрын

    Coming soon!

  • @michaelbidegain1455
    @michaelbidegain1455 Жыл бұрын

    Excellent video and shot, can you share what and where i can get the Tstand you are using?

  • @CameraClubLive

    @CameraClubLive

    Жыл бұрын

    The C stand is from www.doughty-engineering.co.uk/

  • @Moemorca
    @Moemorca10 ай бұрын

    inspiração

  • @CameraClubLive

    @CameraClubLive

    10 ай бұрын

    Thanks for watching.

  • @Moemorca

    @Moemorca

    10 ай бұрын

    @@CameraClubLive o senhor ganhou minha atenção e meu agradecimento por ser tão paciente e perfeito em ensinar. abraço enviado do Brasil

  • @areusirius2054
    @areusirius2054 Жыл бұрын

    would you be able to share which diffusion material version you were using here? there are so many to chose from

  • @jimgsewell

    @jimgsewell

    Жыл бұрын

    Let's see what he says. My guess is Translum

  • @areusirius2054

    @areusirius2054

    Жыл бұрын

    @@jimgsewell i use savage translum medium weight and I find it to be too soft, I don't have the budget to test every single one version out there, some lee diffusion filters look good but hard to tell without actually testing them out

  • @jimgsewell

    @jimgsewell

    Жыл бұрын

    @@areusirius2054 I understand, I have a limited budget too. I have a roll of savage translum heavyweight and it is much heavier than what he is using. I have yet to try any of the lighter weight. It will be interesting to see what he says. I butted in on your comment, so that I'll get notified when he answers. 😁

  • @CameraClubLive

    @CameraClubLive

    Жыл бұрын

    The diffusion material was Lee 216. You could use 110 micron drafting film to get almost the same result.

  • @areusirius2054

    @areusirius2054

    Жыл бұрын

    @@CameraClubLive thank you, I suspected it was a some lee version

  • @stalispierman8290
    @stalispierman8290 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for teaching. Where you get the defusing roll material from ?

  • @CameraClubLive

    @CameraClubLive

    Жыл бұрын

    The diffusion material is made by Lee Filters (216 diffusion) in the UK and is available through retailers or the Lee Filters web site.

  • @stalispierman8290

    @stalispierman8290

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you . According to your great experience what type is the best diffusion between the gel and nylon silk?

  • @sherrydavis6293
    @sherrydavis6293 Жыл бұрын

    I really like your videos, but I don't have or can afford studio lighting, therefore are there any videos that show how you can achieve some of these images with just a Speedlight or two?

  • @CameraClubLive

    @CameraClubLive

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes, most small table top photography can be done with a Speedlight as you don't need a great deal of energy. Follow the link for a video showing how to do it with gust a torch and a plastic bag. kzread.info/dash/bejne/aYJlyaqcgK_ehcY.html

  • @jsr8884
    @jsr8884 Жыл бұрын

    Can you please explain- why a 24-70 not a 90mm macro 2.8? Anyway we are working close to 50mm, then why not a 50mm prime. If it is a stupid elementary question - that’s because I am new here!

  • @CameraClubLive

    @CameraClubLive

    Жыл бұрын

    A 24-70 is a common lens most people may have, I'm demonstrating what can be done with a common lens. Hope that helps.

  • @thegroove2000
    @thegroove2000 Жыл бұрын

    I thought you were taking photos of a bra less woman laying down?.