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Originally Posted by Prince Adam
Now, that said, how are you guy getting these nighttime shots with good shading? That's what I wanna know.
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Hoo boy, night shots present a whole different set of problems. I always find I end up with a lot more unusable shots amongst the good ones with night shots, as compared to normal day shots. Getting the brightness of the shot correct is crucial. Too dark, and you can't see any detail. Too light, and it isn't exactly a night shot anymore. I use a portable fluorescent lamp which mimics moonlight almost perfectly. I also have a couple of small LED flashlights which work well too, especially for shots with multiple light sources. Some sheets of different coloured cellophane work nicely as filters for that extra moody effect that a blue or red or green shade can add to a shot. The only golden rule for night shots is never use the flash....that just kills the whole thing instantly. Night shots are something I feel I've never mastered, so maybe I'm not the best one to offer advice, but they are just so much fun to experiment with!
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