5 Portrait Studio Lighting Setups | Level Up with Ab Sesay

In this video, photographer Ab Sesay takes us through five different portrait lighting setups using an affordable and versatile kit. Learn about the importance of the relative size of your light, the impact of light distance on your subject, and the differences between white and silver umbrellas. Ab also demonstrates how to get multiple looks from one setup, all using the Westcott 45-degree Deep Focus Reflector and the Westcott 7ft white and silver umbrellas with a sock.

Ab walks you through each setup with clear explanations, showing you how to use simple tools to create stunning portrait effects. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just getting started, this video is packed with tips and techniques you can try at home. Plus, all the gear used is budget-friendly, making it accessible for every photographer.

Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:29 Light Setup 01 Relative size of the light source to your subject
2:50 Light Setup 02-03 From Simple To Dramatic
4:42 Light Setup 04 Silver or White Umbrella
5:45 Light Setup 05 Fashion Portrait
6:22 Conclusion

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✘ GEAR USED:

Fujifilm GFX 100 II Medium Format Mirrorless Camera Body

Fujifilm GF 45-100mm F4 R LM WR Lens

Westcott FJ400 Strobe 400Ws with AC/DC Battery

Westcott 45-degree Deep Focus Reflector with Honeycomb Grids & Diffusion, Bowens-Mount, Silver/Black

Westcott 7' Parabolic Three Umbrella Kit, Includes 1 White Diffusion, 1 Silver and 1 White/Black

Kupo G702311 Double Convi Clamp, 44.09lbs Maximum Load Capacity, Black

Anglebird AV PRO SD MK2 V90 SDXC UHS-II Memory Cards

Angelbird AV PRO SE CFexpress Type-B 512GB Memory Cards

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Photographer: @absesay_photo
Model: @merrilslewis

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THANKS SO MUCH FOR WATCHING!

[dexteroiio]

A rare case when the information is useful and concise. Thanks!

[doctorstrobe]

I haven't started to watch this video but something tells me there are levels to this.

[jpdj]

Wow, Ab, beautiful portraits of Ms. Lewis. Abfab. Not "soft lifestyle", but character and it makes her look incredibly beautiful.

[WestcottLighting]

Great explanation and beautiful results, Ab!

[chrissutton]

Thanks, Ab! The more experience I get, the more I get out of your videos! Love this lighting combo. I'm shooting an event this weekend with a 21" beauty dish and 65" umbrella combo. Can't wait for the results.

[tonyroscaphotography]

Ab, I just love your style, very nice flow on changing the lights and great sense on lightigting your subject

[willgavillan]

You are a master, love your work Ab. Thank you for sharing

[jerrym]

You’re so fun to listen to and get inspiration from! Your work is gorgeous too. You break down the levels to each set up that’s easy to understand yet still fun to watch even if it’s something you already know and or do in ones own work. I absolutely love the Westcott white 7ft umbrella as well as the Westcott deep throw reflector you used in this shoot. Haven’t used it with the sock yet but love it with the grids. Amazing as usual!

[RonK]

awesome lighting, stunning results - love the video, just as with all your other videos. Thanks for sharing!

[somethingarizona]

Your videos are so good Ab. There's always something useful to try on a shoot.

[mayastep]

Ab, this is my first time watching you work. Thank you for the very thuoghtful break-down. Although my space is very small in comparison, I see how I can defiantly incorporate some of these ideas within my perimeters. :) thank you, Sir.

[josephchan]

I keep open mind and keep on learning. Great work!!

[jacobjurg]

Great lighting! Thanks for sharing your knowledge!

[memostothefuture]

Always solid shots from you, Ab. Respect.

[NelsonChaban]

1st time watching one of your posts and I love this. . Your photographic skill and just as important your ability to teach effectively are awesome and inspiring. thank you for sharing!

[sanjoadeoti]

Thank you for this video and the detailed information is going to really improve my lighting setup

[PavlentijIvani]

Thanks! Looks easy, but I know that a huge job is done!

[michaellovell]

Great timing on your tutorial, I was planning on using my godox rft-13 8.3" reflector like this soon. Thanks

[KeithHeard]

I really like the point that both lights should be set up so that they could be a good main light, just depending on model pose and light power. I've been experimenting with different two light setups in my last studio shoots and that's something I will keep in mind.

[mikel]

Love your videos. Do you have a video teaching Stops with soft boxes? How to add and subtract ? 2 stops etc?