Lighting Techniques And Diagrams

[imax]

Good morning everyone,

I just thought that I would share some information that I just located while doing some research for lighting tips and diagrams. I recently acquired a 1000w Fresnel theatre light and rather then reinventing the wheel I was searching for some true and tried techniques to hopefully help me take some different and unique portraits. Work has not allowed me the time as of yet to try any of these out but hopefully today I wil get the chance. Check em out

http://www.apogeephoto.com/apr2001/copas14.shtml

In addition does anyone have any experience with recreating or at least attempting to recreate the lighting styles of the 1930's and 1940's? If so any tips that you would care to share?

This guy has done some incredible stuff

http://www.wangerinphoto.com/

Anyway just thought I'd share. Have a great day and weekend.

Joe

[Art Scott]

Is the light focusable, or is it antique enought that it has no moving parts (aside from the lens cover opening so you can change lamps)....when you have to replace the lamp, besure not to touch it as it could EXPLODE when it gets hot again, also when you have to replace it, make sureto aske the dealer for a "lamp" not a bulb....for some reason it irratates them and they just might bring you a household bulb to sell you as a joke....

Besure to keep at least 2 extra lamps around as they can last for years or POP as soon as turned on.

If you have any electrical expertise...you should build yourself a dimmer switch to go between the Fresnel plug and the wall socket....have it at a handy spot....these lights do not mind being dimmed and the color balance changes as you do this, can create some really warm feelings this way.

you should also pic up a couple of gel holder frames and some Rosco colored gels to play with..creating different moods and such.

Good luck and have tons 'o fun.....

[HeldDown]

In response to Art's post:
Wear gloves or use a tissue when replacing a high-wattage halogen or similar bulb - the oil from your fingers will create a "hot spot" on the envelope, which will cause it to distend and eventually break at that spot. If you do happen to touch the lamp, or even suspect you have, use a small alcohol wipe (a kleenex with rubbing alcohol will do) to clean it off before you strike it. That will ensure hotspot-free lamping! :D