I wanted to share some examples of "clamshell lighting" in studio photography.
Clamshell lighting is one of the simplest but most popular lighting techniques in studio photography. Typically a strobe is placed directly in front of and above the subject. Another light, or often a reflector, is then placed directly below and in front of the subject. Hence the name.
The light from above illuminates the subjects hair and forehead, giving definition to the cheekbones and neckline. The (fill) light from below softens shadows and illuminates the eyes. Depending on the type of modifiers used, and the ratio between the two light sources, you can still get different results from the same positioning.
Clamshell lighting is typically used in beauty photography, but also for general head-shots, fashion, etc.
All shots Nikon d750. Godox TT685.X1 Trigger.
It helps when you have a gorgeous model to show off your lighting prowess ;-)
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Agreed. It wouldn't quite be the same with my ugly mug. I like like half elephant man, half potato.
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LOL, got a tear out of me.
Great shots.
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Very nice!! Ive used this a time or two
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I imagine you have! Cheers man.
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thank you for educating us :-)
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The last photo is really beautiful @condra
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Thanks a million. The "wall" behind her is a Lastolite pop-up backdrop.
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thanks too
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I'm doing a photoshoot later today, and this will definitely be useful.
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Great job @condra, as usual.
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i like, thanks for sharing
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Cool technique.
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Great technique
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Thanks for sharing the lighting tips @condra!
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