Learn the principles of bounce flash lighting, a technique that can be easily mastered for effective on-camera lighting. This module explores the physics of light and reflection to achieve the perfect lighting effect. Understand the importance of choosing the right surface for light reflection, controlling the angle of incidence, and adjusting the flash zoom to control light spread. You’ll also grasp how to counteract the potential issues of color casting and power loss due to distance.

Discover two popular solutions to the limitations of bounce lighting – attachable bounce cards and diffusion domes. This module focuses on teaching you how to use these accessories to control and modify the light more effectively. This practical knowledge will be particularly useful when dealing with high ceilings, large spaces, or colored surfaces during your wedding shoots.

Explore the impact of natural light in wedding photography and learn how to use it to your advantage. You’ll delve into the benefits of wide aperture lenses for run-and-gun wedding photography and understand how natural light can be used to create authentic and atmospheric images. However, also understand the limitations of relying solely on natural light, and how to enhance your shots with fill lights.

Understand the need for small, portable fill lights to balance exposure and provide even lighting across a scene, particularly in challenging low-light scenarios. This module emphasizes the importance of maintaining adaptability and preparedness, ensuring you can consistently deliver high-quality results in various lighting conditions.

Learn about flash benders, mini softboxes, snoots, and grids – excellent, low footprint light modifiers for weddings. Each of these tools offers unique benefits for wedding photography, allowing you to create various lighting effects without obstructing the guests’ view. The focus will be on understanding the usage and impact of each of these tools to enhance your wedding shots.

This module elaborates on why certain light modifiers like strip boxes, clamshell reflectors, and large softboxes, while producing stunning results for studio work, might not be suitable for wedding photography. Understanding the pros and cons of these light modifiers and their potential impact on the aesthetics of the wedding venue and guests’ experience will help you make informed choices in your professional journey.

There’s a question section in two parts at crucial points of the modules designed to assess your understanding of the content, reflect on the new information, and encourage critical thinking about how you can apply your new knowledge in practice.