tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424098964306344476.post5253181024190251349..comments2023-09-13T10:40:27.850-04:00Comments on lighten up and shoot: Photography Tutorials: Los Mamos de la Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta lightenupandshoot.comUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424098964306344476.post-87583282320054739362015-06-28T20:20:55.540-04:002015-06-28T20:20:55.540-04:00Me llevo fotos para compartir,Gracias http://light...Me llevo fotos para compartir,Gracias http://lightenupandshoot.blogspot.com.ar/Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424098964306344476.post-36765978943693820662011-12-20T12:13:08.043-05:002011-12-20T12:13:08.043-05:00Did you went back and handed the printed photograp...Did you went back and handed the printed photographs?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424098964306344476.post-49335685092290842812010-03-01T13:26:58.269-05:002010-03-01T13:26:58.269-05:00Andy, espectaculares las fotos. Qué manejo de la l...Andy, espectaculares las fotos. Qué manejo de la luz. Era para algún trabajo especial o por hobby? de verdad que espectaculares, en estos días voy a la USA, te busco. <br /><br />Juan Carlos MazoMAZOBLOGhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05928315648169160558noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424098964306344476.post-70967717912962719082010-01-04T15:40:56.130-05:002010-01-04T15:40:56.130-05:00Donald at Stylepeterson.com,
Thanks for the compl...Donald at Stylepeterson.com,<br /><br />Thanks for the compliment. I checked out your site and I have to say that I am inspired to do a road trip across the USA. I have been wanting to do that for a long time. I would like to talk to you when you have time...get some tips on the SW.<br /><br />Michaelfotografiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02637894440611206055noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424098964306344476.post-65323185841475395192010-01-03T11:58:39.894-05:002010-01-03T11:58:39.894-05:00Wonderful photos. You convey a sense of dignity an...Wonderful photos. You convey a sense of dignity and strength that I seldom see in many photos of indigeneous peoples. Stunning. <br /><br />http://stylepeterson.comDonald at StylePeterson Travel Photoshttp://stylepeterson.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424098964306344476.post-22136059513317066132009-12-21T07:32:20.706-05:002009-12-21T07:32:20.706-05:00Bobert,
Forgot to answer your question regarding ...Bobert,<br /><br />Forgot to answer your question regarding which light we used:<br /><br />1. we used the 1600Alien Bees flash powered by a Vagabond II. We could have used a speedlight but chose the 1600 Alien initially because when we arrived to take pictures the sun was really bright and we thought the speedlight may not be powerful enough to overpower the sun. Once we started the sun was going down pretty quickly; rather than change out the light source we decided to keep shooting with the Alien Bees to save time. But, we could have gotten the same shot with a flash. Check out our speedlight series.fotografiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02637894440611206055noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424098964306344476.post-49517484100440746912009-12-21T07:26:34.972-05:002009-12-21T07:26:34.972-05:00Bobert,
Did you check out our series we did in No...Bobert,<br /><br />Did you check out our series we did in November called Speedlight Series? We go over a ton of information that will show you how to control both ambient light and the exposure of your subject (using flash).<br /><br />To quickly answer your question (another hint: sign up for our newsletter):<br /><br />-We used flash to light up the Mamos. The ambient light source is the sun (in this case the sun created several effects: rim light and lens flare in some cases)<br /><br />-When using flash, the ambient light is controlled by your shutter speed. The faster your shutter speed the darker the background. The slower the shutter speed the brighter the background. Depending on the effect and moodiness you want control the ambient source with your shutter. I often like the background 2 or 3 stops less that the subject<br /><br />-aperture controls flash exposure of your subject. <br /><br /><br />I hope this helps. Now get out and shoot!!<br />Michaelfotografiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02637894440611206055noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424098964306344476.post-20185040406393375162009-12-21T05:10:46.727-05:002009-12-21T05:10:46.727-05:00What a great movie guys! I liked the shots with th...What a great movie guys! I liked the shots with the lens flare and getting the background still in the picture to give me a even greater idea where this could be! <br /><br />In these pictures the mountains are pretty much dark like a silhouette, was this due to lack of sunlight, or the shutter? <br /><br />Also are these shots using your flash at full power in that 50inch softbox? I am saving up to get the chance to work with one, but I just like to know to get a better idea how to use it.Robert Adamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07819516496749659297noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424098964306344476.post-52275084496060189202009-12-20T02:16:52.976-05:002009-12-20T02:16:52.976-05:00Hey guys,
I have written and re-written this pos...Hey guys,<br /><br /> I have written and re-written this post several times trying to express in words the impact you have had on my photographic future.<br /> Just in one night of watching your videos you have reinvigorated my desire for photography.<br /> I shoot mostly high school sports and every year I am asked by many parents to shoot senior pictures. I always turn them down due to the lack of proper equipment. I know the most important piece of equipment is the photographer and the second is a camera. The rest is open for debate. When you talk to the "PROS" about anything related to photography you always have to be a millionare to afford what the "PRO's" tell you you need.<br /> You guys have simplified it and in a manner that is not condescending towards those of us that are not pro's. I will be shooting senior portraits spring 2010 after watching and reading your videos and blogs.<br /> Oh yeah the words I were looking for, THANK YOU.Jimmynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424098964306344476.post-46398019359487847142009-12-19T15:28:04.778-05:002009-12-19T15:28:04.778-05:00Caphics,
Yes, I'm pretty sure we got credit s...Caphics,<br /><br />Yes, I'm pretty sure we got credit so THANK YOU!!!<br /><br />No PC-Port on the SB-600, you can either sell, which is what we did. Get a hot shoe adapter (they break easily, especially if you are rough on gear) or get those Nyonggung Chinese triggers (not sure how to spell it) which do have the hot shoe. I would personally sell and buy two used SB-26 or SB-28's for the price of one SB-600.<br /><br />The e-book is coming...don't worry. I just keep adding stuff to it. I should have it ready by tomorrow night. The seminars, still working on the dates but we'll have them asap!!<br /><br />AndyAndyhttp://www.lightenupandshoot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424098964306344476.post-67048869017754615262009-12-19T14:26:13.266-05:002009-12-19T14:26:13.266-05:00Hopefully you guys got credit when I got the wesc...Hopefully you guys got credit when I got the wescott a couple weeks ago. <br /><br />I never realized the cybersync's didn't have a hot-shoe dapter.... another reason to get rid of my sb-600<br /><br /><br />Any word on that e-book and seminar tour?Caphicshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14812538741575603100noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424098964306344476.post-23539508257693477252009-12-18T17:37:08.291-05:002009-12-18T17:37:08.291-05:00Darcie,
Yes, we almost always shoot with the 28&q...Darcie,<br /><br />Yes, we almost always shoot with the 28" softbox. For one person it works amazingly well, for 2 people they have to be really close together to be effective. I The 16 at a good price would work well for one person...two is definitely pushing it...not recommended. If you are on a budget..get an umbrella for more than one person. Check out our backpackers studio post it has links to the one's we use (and we make money if you buy through the link...hint hint...wink wink).<br /><br />Let me know if you have any other questions....glad to help!!<br /><br />AndyAndyhttp://www.lightenupandshoot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424098964306344476.post-13685609961665313112009-12-18T17:26:32.413-05:002009-12-18T17:26:32.413-05:00Anthony,
Here are the one's we use
trigger:
...Anthony,<br /><br />Here are the one's we use<br /><br />trigger:<br /><br />CyberSync™ CST<br />http://alienbees.com/cybersync.html#cst<br /><br />receiver:<br /><br />CyberSync™ CSRB<br />http://alienbees.com/cybersync.html#csrb<br /><br />they work great work for us!!<br /><br />AndyAndyhttp://www.lightenupandshoot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424098964306344476.post-35054540587094867472009-12-18T12:57:46.965-05:002009-12-18T12:57:46.965-05:00So you all normally shoot with a 28" right? ...So you all normally shoot with a 28" right? I have been eyeing the 28" but am doubtful that I will get it before January. If you could get a 16" at a pretty good price would that be sufficient for one or two people or children (which is a lot of what I shoot) or at least as a start?Darciehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08766307765879562974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424098964306344476.post-10077236028580868862009-12-18T11:07:56.598-05:002009-12-18T11:07:56.598-05:00As I understand it you would need a CST and a CSRB...As I understand it you would need a CST and a CSRB, thats what i bought anyway!Dave - M0IDDhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16645391871338390870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424098964306344476.post-44295965399030377522009-12-17T18:46:39.605-05:002009-12-17T18:46:39.605-05:00I love all of your work, mike and andy you guys ar...I love all of your work, mike and andy you guys are the best.Will you guys please tell me what cybersync transmitter and receiver do you guys use. I know you can get them through alien bee, but i'm not sure which model to get . I shoot with nikon cameras. Anthonyshealy@yahoo.comanthony shealynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424098964306344476.post-13465635599110940282009-12-17T12:40:55.758-05:002009-12-17T12:40:55.758-05:00Rags,
Glad you liked them, we are very proud if I...Rags,<br /><br />Glad you liked them, we are very proud if I do say so myself. No post straight from the camera. Only added a little contrast to darken a little. I'm gonna do a Photoshop/Lightroom Workflow post in the next few days so stay tuned.<br /><br />Any questions, comment, email Andy at lightenupandshoot.com or mikey at lightenupandshoot.com, or skype us!!<br /><br />AndyAndyhttp://www.lightenupandshoot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424098964306344476.post-72382077884299816552009-12-17T01:35:19.157-05:002009-12-17T01:35:19.157-05:00I really like the look of the images. They really,...I really like the look of the images. They really, really look like paintings. What did you do to them in post to look this way?ragshttp://vividpics.aminus3.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424098964306344476.post-74108892668408206412009-12-17T01:33:10.058-05:002009-12-17T01:33:10.058-05:00Hey everybody (Rich and Bekah),
"A cow and h...Hey everybody (Rich and Bekah),<br /><br />"A cow and hot models..." Hahahahaha! <br /><br />We take a lot of pride in all our videos. Shooting pictures is our passion! We just thought it would be cool to share something really special with the people that really "get" what we are doing. It's not always about the gear you have or about the sexy model you are shooting. Sometimes you have to go deeper and examine why a still image is so important in our daily lives. We want to share special moments with everyone, but we would like the ability to share special moments with people who really dig what we are doing. That's why we ask you to sign up for the newsletter. It gives us an opportunity to share unique experiences who love the experience and power of taking photos. We will have the video and pics of the Mamos by Friday night...I promise.<br /><br />Chao pescao!<br />Michael<br /><br />PS Until then, lighten Up and Shoot!!!!!!fotografiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02637894440611206055noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424098964306344476.post-34991194894641289672009-12-16T23:27:35.690-05:002009-12-16T23:27:35.690-05:00Guys,
I am wondering the same as Rich, I thought...Guys,<br /><br />I am wondering the same as Rich, I thought there was a fantastic video which included a cow, and some hot models??<br /> The blog is a fantastic way to see the many sides of Colombia! CiaoAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424098964306344476.post-86000308115141845492009-12-16T22:45:55.103-05:002009-12-16T22:45:55.103-05:00Great job.
Is there supposed to be a video?? Your...Great job.<br />Is there supposed to be a video?? Your comment mentions subscribing to the newsletter to see the video. Isn't that just your blog feed?<br />I look forward to any new videos.Richhttp://seettl.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424098964306344476.post-65550549970262030052009-12-16T21:10:09.256-05:002009-12-16T21:10:09.256-05:00Dudes!
Great work as always! beautiful photos ke...Dudes!<br /><br />Great work as always! beautiful photos keep them coming!Israel Zentenohttp://www.wineman.smugmug.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424098964306344476.post-63165099674030443702009-12-16T18:55:12.372-05:002009-12-16T18:55:12.372-05:00beatiful work! do u guys shoot jpeg or raw? I note...beatiful work! do u guys shoot jpeg or raw? I noted the light from apollo are kinda cooler (not to compare with gel on flash). do u use gray card to balance the light from apollo?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424098964306344476.post-20180198745267589562009-12-16T14:56:51.436-05:002009-12-16T14:56:51.436-05:00These are amazing photos. I especially love the 1s...These are amazing photos. I especially love the 1st & 3rd. Keep it up guys.KLBOhttp://klbodsgn.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424098964306344476.post-36766633813701824782009-12-16T00:17:11.265-05:002009-12-16T00:17:11.265-05:00Will and Tito,
I have to tell you that today was ...Will and Tito,<br /><br />I have to tell you that today was one of the most amazing experiences I have ever had as a photographer. I don't have any other words to describe the amazing family that Andy and I met today: loving<br /><br />They made us feel completely at home and they were kind of enough to share with us their rituals and spiritual way of life. <br /><br />Andy and I plan on returning to deliver their portraits and spend some more time with them.<br /><br />Mikey AT Lightenupandshoot.comfotografiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02637894440611206055noreply@blogger.com