JT Spunk | Photography

Where/What studio lighting should I get?

Okay, so I have a little over $200, [i know its not much] and i’m really looking to start building up a studio in my garage.. but I literally have nothing. The only thing I have is my DSLR obviously.. I want to do portrait photography eventually in my studio..

I bought a cheap set off ebay, and totally learned to regret that move.
The strobes have so little power and a very yellow color cast, I never use them.
Continuous lights are not very good, either.

You’re better off starting to save up for a decent flash, a shoot through umbrella on a stand, and an external flash trigger (like a transmitter).

I’m afraid $200 won’t get you very far….. make sure to look for second hand stuff, maybe you can find a good deal there.

Get a reflector or two, and wait to buy some decent stuff.

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