On Thu, 2 Dec 1999 Robinsnes@xxxxxxx wrote:
:Place the flash approximately ten inches above the lens, directly over the
:lens. The shadow will then fall behind the subject. When the flash is
:directly to one side or the other, it will cast shadows to the side. The
:softer the light, the less sharp and distinct the edges of the shadow will
:be. Reflectors will not help, but a flash behind the subject lighting the
:backdrop or wall will also eliminate the shadow. Another trick is to move the
:subject away from the backdrop so that the shadow falls outside the range of
:the lens.
10"? Whoa, right now, the T32 (if I use it) sits on Shoe 4 on top the
OM1n... I rarely use it, and even more rarely this close.
The "move person away from backdrop" sounds like it'll solve the problem.
Thanks.
:Good luck...learn to use a flash on manual...it will save you much grief in
:the long run as well as teaching you something about light.
I much prefer natural light, so it'll be some time before I go flashing
again (no pun--sorry <G>).
/AV
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