Introduction

The success of digital cameras has made photography much easier. Almost everything is automatically controlled except for the choice of subject. With digital cameras the results are immediately available, and the sensor saves all relevant image data, such as aperture, ISO, and shutter speed. This information can be used at a later time to recreate the shooting environment. These features are ideal for learning. However, all these automatic and program settings are useless in producing great images if the lighting is not good. This can be an insurmountable hurdle for many beginners. The entry into professional lighting technology is not cheap and can quickly exceed the available budget. Many amateurs simply wish to try new techniques and le....