Open Shade

A shot I took in Open Shade – because I forgot my flash!

“Open Shade” means bright shade that is lit by reflected light. This gives you nice soft light. You cannot direct it, so you may have to direct your subject or model. Try Open Shade for your next shots, to get a good feeling for what it can and cannot do. And do not forget your white balance: set it to “Shade”!

 

 

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About Michael Willems

Michael is a professional photographer and photography teacher and private coach. Based in Ontario, he teaches and shoots worldwide. See more at www.michaelwillems.ca and www.speedlighter.ca
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One Response to Open Shade

  1. Ray says:

    How did Michael Willems forget, not his flash, but a flash what do you have like 10 of them????
    Nice shot, love it!

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