In this download of the course Inspiring Beauty: Photographic Techniques of Matthew Jordan Smith from PhotoshopCAFE you will learn how to set up lighting patterns and work with models to get great looks. Acclaimed celebrity fashion photographer Matthew Jordan Smith explains in detail how your journey to creating great images is not about filling the studio with expensive equipment, but knowing how to effectively use one light.

Matthew shares his perspective on how to plan your concepts and make your clients not only love your shots, but relate to your photographs on a personal level. So, whether you're a beginner or a seasoned professional, you'll find something of value to help you advance your knowledge of photography.

Downloadable Video Version    Taught by Matthew Jordan Smith    Learn How to Effectively Use One Light    Capture High-Concept Images    Tips for Using Hot & Natural Light    Learn Lighting Patterns    How to Plan Your Concepts

Matthew Jordan Smith has worked with some of the top names in entertainment today, including Halle Berry, Jennifer Connelly, Jamie Foxx, Mandy Moore, and Oprah Winfrey. Singer and actress Vanessa L. Williams, television personality Star Jones Reynolds and basketball legend Michael Jordan have all chosen Matthew to create their personal portraits while Pantene, L’Oréal, Revlon, HBO, and Showtime are just a few of the international clients who have used his artistry to showcase their vision. Matthew has appeared as a guest photographer and surprise judge on the hit TV show America's Next Top Model numerous times, and been the subject of television and magazine interviews including The View, Good Day New York, and BET. A native of New York City, Matthew resides in Los Angeles.

• Working with a Beauty Dish and a Grid
• Using Reflectors with Strobes
• Working with Fill Light and Flags
• Creating Interest with a Single Hot Light
• Backlighting with Diffusion Material
• Using a Mirror for Creative Lighting
• Shooting with an Octa Bank
• Using Motion in a Photograph
• Using Light to Create a Mood
• Working with an Expo Disc
• Letting Light Inspire You
• Developing an Idea
• Getting to Neutral
• Importance of Using a Light Meter
• Personal Stories and Tips from the Industry
• Bonus Interview with Matthew

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is there an adapter for this dish that fits a Paul Buff Einstein flash?

A: Westcott Rapid Box Switch / Beauty Dish Switch Insert for Balcar and AlienBees Flash Heads BH #WE2531 https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1409682-REG/westcott_2531_rapid_box_switch.html

Q: 2. do I need both the phottix cerberus multi-mount holder and the Bowens speedring (PH87308) for my Mitros+ flash?

A: The Phottix Speedring for Bowens Flash Heads, B&H # PH82590, would be the speedring recommended for use with the Phottix Spartan Beauty Dish (28 ). I would personally recommend the Raya Reflector Adapter for Speedlight, B&H # RARAS, as the best hot shoe flash mount we carry, though the Phottix Cerberus Multi Mount Holder with Bowens Speed Ring, B&H # PH87308, you listed would work, and if you need a more economical option, the Godox S-Type Speedlite Bracket for Bowens, B&H # GOSZ1, would also work for your usage needs.

Q: 3. Wiil this be compatible with photogenic monolighth?

A: Unfortunately, the beauty dish is not compatible with Photogenic monolights.

Q: 4. Where can I find the bowen adapter for this beauty dish?

A: You may use the Angler EGD-LPS Beauty Reflector Adapter B&H # ANEGDLPS, which works with the Bowens S-Type mount. An image is shown below.

Q: 5. what do i need with fj200

A: You can use the Westcott Beauty Dish Switch by Manny Ortiz (36", White Interior) with the Westcott FJ200 with this insert, BH #WE2545 (https://bhpho.to/3XkTt5w ).

Q: 6. Is this beauty dish (36" version) comparable with the ProfotoB2 strobe!? If so what extra brackets or mounts do I need?? Thank you kindly. I'm new to all of this.

A: You may purchase the Westcott Rapid Box Switch / Beauty Dish Switch Insert for Profoto Flash Heads, B&H # WE2539 • MFR # 2539, to use the Westcott Beauty Dish Switch by Manny Ortiz (36", White Interior) with the Profoto B2 OCF Flash Head.

Q: 7. What size of profoto beauty dish is this designed for?

A: The OCF beauty dish only comes in one size. 24".

Q: 8. How easy & quick is the Westcott Switch Beauty Dish 24" to assemble and disassemble (for Profoto B10)?

A: The set-up/breakdown of this Westcott Switch Beauty Dish is very easy when using it with the Profoto B10.

Q: 9. Is Angler Beauty Refelctor 22 Bowen mount? I dont like extra adaptors between my Bowen mount strobe and light modifier. More attachments, more problems. I want to buy it only if it is built for Bowen mount,

A: You can purchase a Bowens mount. Very easy to use.https://a href= http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1148669-REG/angler_egd_lps_beauty_reflector_adapter_impact.html/pageID/accessory target= _blank www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1148669-REG/angler_egd_lps_beauty_reflector_adapter_impact.html/pageID/accessory/a

Q: 10. How easy or hard is it to assemble and disassemble (for Profoto B10)?

A: These are very easy to setup and have a system similar to a umbrella.