30 September, 2005
Free Flash Bounce
Have you ever used a product like the Lumiquest Big Bounce to give more diffuse lighting when shooting with flash? Have you wanted to try one but been put off by the cost?
Well, here’s a great way to see what all the fuss is about. Thomas Bauer has a plan on his web site that you can download and print out to create your own flash bounce device. You just cut out the shape, fold along the dotted lines, and affix it to your flash. Easy!
Once you’ve got your flash bounce working, do some experiments and see the difference it makes to shadows on flash-lit portraits. You’ll especially notice the softening of the edge of shadows cast by the person on the wall behind them, which looks much nicer than a harsh flash shadow outline.
If you’re happy with your results, you might still like to pay for a Big Bounce or similar to get a more durable solution.
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2 Responses to “Free Flash Bounce”
October 9th, 2005 at 10:38 pm
Link to Thom Bauer’s web site doesn’t work.
October 10th, 2005 at 7:01 am
You’re right, the link no longer works. Sorry about that. If anyone knows where the page has moved to, or an alternate URL for a similar flash bounce, please post a link below.