Nikon creative lighting system digital field guide (series: digital field guide) (paperback) (3^rd Ed.) Digital Field Guide Series

Expand your creativity with the Nikon Creative Lighting System

With the latest version of the Nikon Creative Lighting System, you can take control of light like never before. This hands-on guide will help you master not only the basics, but also workarounds, customized lighting solutions, and creative lighting techniques that will take your photography to a new level. Get specific tips for common shooting situations, and take full advantage of the Nikon CLS.

• Explore the different types of Speedlights and how each one works

• Get familiar with standard and custom functions and settings

• Set up a wireless studio that you can take anywhere

• Learn to direct, shape, and modify light from the camera position

• Master advanced techniques for action, night, portrait, product, and wedding photography

Inside - your free gray and color checker card to help you achieve accurate white balance and color

Introduction xxi

Quick Tour 1

CHAPTER 1 Exploring the Nikon Creative Lighting System 7

CHAPTER 2 Setting Up Your Nikon Speedlights 4

CHAPTER 3 Flash Photography Fundamentals 73

CHAPTER 4 Advanced Wireless Lighting 113

CHAPTER 5 Setting Up a Portable Studio 125

CHAPTER 6 Advanced Flash Techniques 145

CHAPTER 7 Flash Techniques for Portrait Photography 159

APPENDIX A Creative Lighting System Gallery 175

APPENDIX B Resources 193

APPENDIX C How to Use the Gray Card and Color Checker 197

Glossary 199

Index 205