A photo taken in studio will normally look a lot better than those taken in other locations. Please keep in mind that if you don't have professional lights, chances are that the wrong LIGHTS are helping your photos look bad.

Here are some options to get started.

The best option is natural light.

Place yourself in front of the window (or door) bringing natural light into the room.

If it's behind you, you will look dark.

If it's beside you, or above you, there will be shades and facial imperfections will be

more noticeable.

If you are outdoors, do it before 10 am or after 4pm.

If you are indoors with little or no natural lights, here are some popular options to

improve your results.

Clip-on Light for iPhone or Notebook: This gives you just enough direct light for

your photos or videos. It helps you become familiar with the process of "Body

Mapping", before investing in more professional lights.

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Tripod: This is perfect for holding your iPhone during photos or videos and comes

with an easy to use remote.

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Notebook: For body mapping you will need a notebook, so you can number your

photos and make comments: what you are doing right and wrong. You can of

course, take notes digitally, but an old-fashioned notebook normally gives you a

better perspective.

Microphone: You don't need a microphone to any of the exercises in our class,

but since some asked me about a great, inexpensive microphone for videos on

Iphone, here's my recommendation. Clip the mic to your lapel and plug it to your

phone.

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Using "domestic lights":

You can play around with desk lamps or floor/reading lamps if you don't want to

buy anything now. The key is to have one light in front of you, and if possible, two

others, one on each side of your face. If you have been constantly on Zoom,

please consider that there are differences between the lights used for photos and

videos.

Use only white lights for photos. White soft light, not fluorescent.

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If you need to make a video with reading lamps only (regular bulbs you can buy anywhere) , I personally use a white/cold light

in front of me and one of two warm ones, one on each side for some warmth.

In photography, the same warm lights could make most complexions look orange.

Please test what works best for your skin and hair color.

Below are options of more sophisticated lights. You do not need them for our exercises. Just adding this extra piece of information for those wanting to walk the extra mile in the future.

Desktop Ring Light: https://tinyurl.com/ycah9hr4

Selfie Ring Light: https://tinyurl.com/ybnw922h

Photo & Video Flexi light: Even thought it's not a professional light, this can be

very adjustable for both video and photo.

https://tinyurl.com/ycraxc7s

Home studio Lighting kit options:

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https://tinyurl.com/y7tayvzx

To LIFT your laptop: Swivel Laptop Stand, Lamicall Laptop Riser - [360-Rotating] Ergonomic Aluminum Computer Desk Holder Compatible with MacBook, Air, Pro, Dell XPS, HP and More 10" - 17.3" Notebook - Sliver

Feel free to contact us if you have any questions and enjoy your exercises!

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