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How to Get the Best Lighting For Video

11/1/2020

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Are you struggling with getting the right lighting for your videos or while you are in a video conference?

I got some lighting tips for you that can help! Read on or watch the video at the end of the blog.
  1. Position yourself in front of a light source when you are on a video conference or recording a video.
  2. Try to avoid having any bright lights/or window behind you because you'll be in the shadow​ and people won't be able to see you clearly.
  3. Natural light is the best so place yourself in front of a window.
  4. If your room is dark and no matter what you do, you can't seem to get  yourself well lit in your videos. You will need to buy artificial lighting and a ring light is what I would recommend because they are really affordable.
  5. I recommend buying a ring light with 2 adjustments (one to adjust the temperature - cooler or warmer; and the other one is to adjust the brightness). I personally don't like the ring light with different filter sets that you have to change it manually.
  6. You can also buy a smaller ring light for your laptop or one that clips to a desk with a cellphone holder. This is great if you are moving around or do your videos in different places that need additional lighting.

I hope you find these tips helpful!

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2 Comments
Jane Paterson link
11/3/2020 12:20:21 pm

Great info! I wish I had known about the ring lights with adjustment setting. The one I purchased has no way to adjust.

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Charissa Yong
11/3/2020 02:19:40 pm

Thank you Jane!! I'm sorry yours didn't have the adjustments option. Each ring light have its features so definitely find one that works best for you. I hope this will help if you plan to shop for another one.

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