Photography direction for design
Set up the lighting
A course by Jorge Vidal Orga , Photographer
About the video: Set up the lighting
Overview
“It is very important where and how we place the lights on the set. I'm going to teach you how to light the scene you've created so you can get the result you want.”
In this video lesson Jorge Vidal Orga addresses the topic: Set up the lighting, which is part of the Domestika online course: Photography direction for design. Learn to photograph graphic pieces from scratch..
Partial transcription of the video
“In this lesson, We will talk about lighting and how to put the lights to get good pictures. As I have explained to you in previous units, I work with a basic kit of Link Chrome It comes with two flash heads and different light modifiers. In this case, we can find a square window to diffuse the light and an accessory for direct light. My advice is that when you think about the lighting you want to do, go to the mood board you have created and look at the shadows and highlights. The shadows will give you a lot of information, if they are very blurred, if they are very defined or if they are v...”
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Course summary for: Photography direction for design
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Category
Photography & Video -
Software
Adobe Photoshop, Capture One -
Areas
Photographic Lighting, Photography Post-production, Product Photography, Studio Photography

Jorge Vidal Orga
A course by Jorge Vidal Orga
Jorge Vidal, also known as Vidal Orga, is a renowned photographer specialized in graphic, product and portrait design in the field of advertising. His passion for technique and quality of detail has led him to develop a successful professional career collaborating with renowned independent studios and designers.
With an extensive experience working for graphic design studios in Barcelona and renowned brands, Jorge has perfected his ability to capture the essence of projects and enhance their value through photography. His meticulous approach and attention to detail have allowed him to stand out in the commercial and advertising field.
In addition to his work as a photographer, Jorge also directs a professional photography postgraduate course at IDEP Barcelona, where he shares his knowledge and lighting techniques on set with future professionals.
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