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apryll11
02-26-2014, 03:08 PM
I'm having serious issues with lighting. I use 7 lamps, but I'm still not perfectly visible when I stream, specially when I turn directly to the camera, for example in doggy style, my pussy isn't visible, because ass cheeks cover it and I don't use frontal light. The reason is, that if I point the light directly to me, my eyes start to hurt really bad and they become all red so I simply can't work like this! I have a lamp on my desk, but it is not pointed directly to me. Otherwise I use 3 side lamps, and the one on the ceiling. I also stream from only room that I have, so I really don't want to have it filled with studio umbrellas etc. If I try to point the lamp directly to me and put something in between, for example paper, the light is much weaker and uselless, unless if I use stronger bulbs, but than my eyes still hurt me! :( When my grandmother went to the spa, I was camming from her living room, and she also only has 1 ceiling lamp and 2 side lamps, but my stream was muuuch better and more visible, so I'm thinking, does the colour of walls in the room has any impact on this? Because her room is painted light rose and mine is darker red. does anyone knows if I could do something to improve this?
If you have blind spots, that's lighting placement. Either your lighting source is too high, too low or too bright behind you. If you put a white sheet/ curtains behind you that could help diffuse the light a little better.
minniesoporno
02-26-2014, 06:38 PM
I'm currently using this set up. the way it is now the lamp in the back its a just a regular house floor lamp and the two in the front are just reflectorhead lamps with no umbrellas. I keep feeling like I need more light.
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I am thinking of changing it up with a different continuous lighting kit I haven't decided which one i am getting I still have to go into the store and see what they look like live.
http://www.henrys.com/58895-PHOTO-BASICS-ULITE-3-LIGHT-KIT-403C.aspx
or
http://www.henrys.com/62206-WESTCOTT-ULITE-2-LIGHT-UMBRELLA-KIT-406.aspx
Snowy0Star
02-27-2014, 04:21 AM
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i did get two of these for camming but i only need one. if i turn on the other one its too bright and i think my lighting is adequate. the heads can turn so you can put them at different angles and stuff its handy and theyre flowers (and colorful) so they look cute too =^y^=. when i move out of this shit hole living room im renting i may have to kick up my lighting set up im think its only working because the space is so small.
o i thought i should mention the heads in the lamp are loaded with those spiral shaped daylight mimicing bulbs so theyre super bright.
when i'm not camming a lot of times i dont turn it on i use my little table lamp with a pink bulb but i do turn that on too... its on a storage bin im using for a comp desk about 18 inches high and about 18 inches away from the table lamp. yeah my space is tiny .... ><
Ava__
07-26-2014, 06:06 AM
Hi. I am a little bit new to camming. I have tried messing with different lighting setups, but for some reason, my room always looks dark on cam and it looks like I have terrible lighting on cam. Right now, I am using a 3-light tree lamp with daylight bulbs and a basic standing floor lamp with just a regular yellowish bulb trying to direct all my lighting at all angles around me and the cam. I try to stick to the 3-point lighting system as much as possible, but I am not sure why I can not get my room to look bright enough.
What is your exact setup and what bulbs do you use? I'm sorry to ask to copy people, but I have tried tinkering with my lighting in so many ways. I just can't figure out the issue.
P.S. I am pretty sure it is not my webcam because I use a high-rated cam (Logitech c920) and I have spent hours on end trying to adjust the settings on my webcam too, so I am pretty certain that the issue is me not being able to figure out the best lighting.
Thank you for any help. :3
Procrasturbator
07-26-2014, 06:27 AM
I use two clip-on lamps (like this (http://www.walmart.com/ip/Mainstays-Clip-Lamp-Black/19398779)) about six feet in front of me, angled at different heights to eliminate shadows. Then I have a tall floor lamp (like this (http://www.target.com/p/room-essentials-torchiere-floor-lamp-black/-/A-10057456#prodSlot=medium_1_8&term=floor+lamp)) about two feet in front of me, which my cam is connected to. I also turn on all of the built-in lighting in my place, which doesn't do much but makes everything a little brighter and provides some more light from the sides. I use 60W daylight/cool-toned incandescent bulbs (IME CFL's don't look right) in all of them--those clip-ons have a max of 40W but aside from them getting hot I haven't had an issue in the 6 months or so I've used those bulbs. Using this set up I've never had any problems aside from occasionally getting the shadow of the lamp/my cam on me at certain angles close up. That could be fixed by changing the placement of the clip-ons but due to the furniture set up at my place it's just more convenient to me to have them up front and the occasional shadow isn't that big of a deal.
If you're really worried about lighting you can always get a professional lighting setup. I lost the link but someone here recommended a decent set for something like $60.
TeenageAnnie
07-26-2014, 06:36 AM
I bought a proper photography studio lighting setup but it got in the way. Now I sit with my desk against the window. Like literally. I have a sheer white/cream net curtain up in the window. (Im non nude so I dont mind people seeing me not that they do as it faces a place no1 goes.)
I don't usually cam during night times so the sunlight works for me.
Sometimes when I am still logged in and the suns gone down I will flick on my lamp which is a normal tample lamp with a cream/white shade. the shade defuses the light and makes it nice. I sit it off to one side and its fine. it has a normal energy saving bulb in it. Nothing special.
SophiaSylvan
07-26-2014, 06:53 AM
I have a softbox kit from amazon, there are I think 5 bulbs in each, set at about 10 feet away from me on either side (45 degree angle) from my camming bed. I have a very large camming space so my lighting might not apply. I find the light too cool so I have colored gels (pink and orange) I often use. Then I have a spotlight on a tripod set up rather high, about head height standing up. There's a 300 watt incandescent bulb in it, which has a dimmer too. I have a clamp light to use if I get a weird angle and my pussy is in shadow, but I don't have to use it hardly ever. If you have a white room you can bounce some light off the walls so you won't need such bright lights. Also don't forget you can adjust your brightness in the logitech controls. Before I had the softboxes I often used work lights paired with the spotlight and clamp lights have always been my go-to. I used incandescent though I know it can give you a yellowish hue, I'm already olive toned so no big deal. You could try clamp lights in front but to either side of you and one directly by your cam (easy to get at home depot or somewhere) with daylight bulbs in them. Look for the maximum wattage that your light fixture can take safely.
minniesoporno
07-26-2014, 09:10 AM
https://reports.directsex.com/guide/lighting.asp
This might be able to help.
My more or less room set up
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then I did a video on my room set up
https://vimeo.com/87256129
It's a combination of your lights , the type of camera you have, and how your computer process the video feed based on your setup.
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I know it's alot of info in one post, but I took a long time to gather it over the years and perfect it for the room size I have, types of cameras I use and type of lighting I wanted in it.
audritwo
07-26-2014, 09:33 AM
I use three point lighting. Rose lighting in the back. Soft on my left and natural on my right.
I'm always experimenting with lighting and what works best. My lighting is constantly changing. Also you need to consider your skin tone, your clothes, wall color, and floor color (dark colors absorb light, light colors reflect light).
Here are some great tips/videos that could help.
LIGHTING FACES WITH BETTER VIDEO RESULTS: http://www.videomaker.com/article/8315-lighting-faces-with-better-video-results
The Art of Lighting Dark Skin for Film and HD: http://blogs.indiewire.com/shadowandact/the-art-of-lighting-dark-skin-for-film-and-hd
Lighting Skin Tones: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=grDY2Rq8NOw
Three Point Lighting: Learn How to Use the Key, Fill, and Back Lights: http://www.izzyvideo.com/three-point-lighting/
Tigrillo
07-27-2014, 10:43 AM
lighting is my bane. So much I've decided to work only during daytime, because at night I can't stop feeling ghoulish. Thanks for all the info, it's fantastic!
CurvyWinona
12-21-2014, 09:50 AM
I came across this awesome tutorial for making color lights -
http://www.diyphotography.net/useful-diy-lighting-tips-try-using-stuff-already-home/
Snowy0Star
12-21-2014, 07:13 PM
I came across this awesome tutorial for making color lights -
http://www.diyphotography.net/useful-diy-lighting-tips-try-using-stuff-already-home/
that is so cool thanks for sharing i was thinking that if i spray painted regular light bulbs it would make the lamps blow up or start a fire or something because those cans say they're flammable and stuff so it always made me think the heat from the bulbs would start a chemical reaction to the paint with a less then favorable outcome
CurvyWinona
12-21-2014, 07:15 PM
I thought the same thing before. haha. Now, I know I am able to do this with right paint. :)
I've been window shopping online for a new lighting kit. I've found some cheaper one that range from $54-78 usd. I think those are fair prices but I know you get what you pay for. Has anyone bought a lighting kit in this range? Did you pay/more less? Any advice welcome :)
:lamp:I'm linking up the ebay kit for $54 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/371242090354?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT) :lamp:
Thanks in advance :D
pippapippa
11-03-2015, 12:09 AM
I have that exact one. I like it. I'm terrible at setting up my lighting properly but my cam looks much better now than it did before I started using that set up. I look back on old clips I did and notice how terrible my lighting used to be. So it certainly made a difference.
Oh you have this one! Awesome. I wish I could thank you more than once for that. I've seen the same one cost around $70+ so I figured I found a really good deal. Thanks Pippa :)
Nothing beats finding a good deal on something worth buying.
Busygirl
11-03-2015, 01:46 PM
I also have this one, but these days i,m really looking for lighting that's inconspicuous. I don't want my office to look like a filming studio if someone enters.
Chellyinparadise
11-03-2015, 01:49 PM
I agree. I have that set as well but just dont use it for camming anymore, it takes up too much space and time to set it all up. I only use it when needed for photo shoots. It does work well just inconvenient for me since i cam full time and have to set up and take down every day.
If you have a dedicated room where you can leave it up and the space for it, it is a good kit. Hope this helps.
Via Flaminia
11-03-2015, 07:54 PM
I've been window shopping online for a new lighting kit. I've found some cheaper one that range from $54-78 usd. I think those are fair prices but I know you get what you pay for. Has anyone bought a lighting kit in this range? Did you pay/more less? Any advice welcome :)
:lamp:I'm linking up the ebay kit for $54 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/371242090354?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT) :lamp:
Thanks in advance :D
I have this one, too. I like it a lot. If you use the FMLE on SM, it will look a little overexposed if it's too close to the camera, but I kind of like that since I'm a MILF and it hides my turkey neck lol.
MsJess
11-04-2015, 06:55 AM
I use this one and is fantastic
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fair price aswell! link: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005FHZ2SI?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00
Tsani
11-04-2015, 12:53 PM
This is the one I got: https://www.kaezi.com/magento/index.php/studio-lighting/2-x-100-inches-max-photo-light-stand-umbrella-lights-176.html I like it, I have a small space to cam in so 2 lights is about all I can fit in it. Also, free shipping! I wish I had a carry case for it though, It's a pain to put away inconspicuously.
pippapippa
11-04-2015, 01:22 PM
I use this one and is fantastic
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fair price aswell! link: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005FHZ2SI?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00
^^ FYI that's the same one the OP posted.
SaraLaughs
11-04-2015, 01:46 PM
Just poking my head in since it's a relevant thread, and I don't necessarily want to make a new one. OP/mods feel free to call me out if this isn't welcome.
I've been using a 3-light set up (an overhead and 2 LED bulbs) for some time now. The LED bulbs would work fine if there wasn't so much over exposure. I don't get a lot of shadow, but I do get a white glare when I'm up close. The photography umbrella lighting is too big and too much hassle for my cam space, so is there anything I can use to mute the bulbs and 'scatter' the light better? The LED's stay relatively cool, but wrapping a white t-shirt over my lamps doesn't sound like a great idea.
I'm also open to suggestions for other types of lighting that are space-efficient. :)
Tsani
11-04-2015, 01:54 PM
You can get softboxes, but they're not any smaller than umbrella lights. Professional lighting is rarely space-efficient. I used to use one of those clip-on desk lamps and tape a piece of white paper over it. You could try getting some of those to save space?
MsJess
11-04-2015, 02:16 PM
sorry i click on the image she posted and it redirect me to other stuff :S
SaraLaughs
11-04-2015, 02:26 PM
You can get softboxes, but they're not any smaller than umbrella lights. Professional lighting is rarely space-efficient. I used to use one of those clip-on desk lamps and tape a piece of white paper over it. You could try getting some of those to save space?
I just did the paper over the light thing! It works! Thank you!
webcamcutie
11-04-2015, 02:34 PM
You can get softboxes, but they're not any smaller than umbrella lights. Professional lighting is rarely space-efficient. I used to use one of those clip-on desk lamps and tape a piece of white paper over it. You could try getting some of those to save space?
OOouuu I use desk lamps I'm going to try that paper idea! thanks for the tip! I don't have room for professional lighting but once I get my cam station into a room separate from my bedroom I plan to get some!
Tsani
11-04-2015, 02:41 PM
sorry i click on the image she posted and it redirect me to other stuff :S
If you're getting redirects on links that other people aren't getting redirects from, you may want to scan your browser for malware. Chrome especially seems to be getting a lot of that lately. Malwarebytes.org has some great free software.
Nice save Tsani. I agree. get Malwarebytes and do weekly cleans with avast which has a great silent "gaming mode".
About that paper! I used printer paper and it works GREAT. I sometimes use a chip clip. Yes, I made a foul and use the energy efficient bulbs and they don't get hot enough to worry. Thanks for all the feedback <3 I do appreciate it. So yes to the set. I do have a lot of space and don't have to tear everything down and back up because of the mass closet space I have. I'm a thankful camgirl because of closet space. Oh and you can use nipple clamps to clip those papers down too ;)
Chellyinparadise
11-04-2015, 05:13 PM
I never thought about the paper over the lights using the clips, thats an awesome idea. Im going to have to try that soon
Thanks :)
hyori
11-04-2015, 05:47 PM
I recommend LED continuous lighting over CFL. They are only a bit more in cost and they last years longer without bulb changes, they don't contain mercury, use way less energy and they don't get you hot. Not only that, the falloff on LED lighting has a far longer throw so you don't need as many lights to do the same amount of work.
I won't post an Amazon link since a lot of you seem sceptical about what Amazon sells so here is a link to an actual reputable photographic equipment retailer: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/819592-REG/Bescor_LED_95DK2_LED_95DK2_Dual_LED_Light.html
That being said, there are cheaper LED light kits on Amazon made by Neewer and although they are not the best quality they still do just as good of a job on lighting with all the benefits of LED.
Kitcatt
11-04-2015, 06:17 PM
I just use two lantern lights like this http://www.amazon.com/Ikea-301-841-73-Holmo-Floor-Lamp/dp/B0070PBVWO/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1446686132&sr=8-2&keywords=lantern+floor+lamp. Nice soft glow without casting pesky wrinkles or bags under my eyes
CharlieTen
11-04-2015, 07:13 PM
I've got a desk lamp that I move to different angles! It's fared me well so far, only cost £15 or so. I need a better kit but my money is going on urgent things right now.
audritwo
11-04-2015, 10:27 PM
Yeah I do the tape lamps too.
Here is my set up.
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CG1kbHOWgAAUH30.jpg
I use a natural bulb, soft bulb, and a pink now (it helps balance out my olive skin tone so I don't look yellow)
http://www.amazon.com/Boston-Harbor-TL-TREE-134-BK-3L-3-Light-Black/dp/B003A9E734/ref=lp_1063294_1_3?s=lamps-light&ie=UTF8&qid=1446701052&sr=1-3
Bristol
11-04-2015, 11:47 PM
I just use these from home depot. About $7.50 each. I have 7 plus a desk lamp. I typically use 3 or 4. Sometimes more. I use CFL bulbs to cut down on the heat, and then I put white plastic over them for light diffusion.
They're cheap, clip on most things, and work for me.
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kitty_frost
11-05-2015, 07:34 AM
are there any lighting kits that work better for photos? my lighting for videos is pretty great, but my photos with the same cam end up much less HD than a 920c should be taking. at this point I'm figuring my lighting is wrong, but I know next to nothing about lighting set ups
Arwen25
11-03-2016, 10:28 AM
I am not sure what the etiquette is on unearthing old threads - but I am too much of a wimp to start a new one so am posting here.
We really don't have the room for umbrella lighting, I would barely be able to move. Can anyone recommend a way to produce decent lighting using desk or standing lamps? I am a bit stuck at the moment as the space really won't permit it.
Thank you xx
sweetgapeach
11-03-2016, 11:21 AM
If you can, place your desk against a wall. Use two desk lamps, one on each side of you (behind the camera) one a little taller than the other. Position them to point at the wall. If your wall is not REALLY WHITE, buy a large posterboard to bounce the light off of and back onto you. THIS REALLY HELPS. Play around with different light bulbs depending on your skin tone, some prefer daylight while some prefer the pinkish bulbs both can be found at walmart.
Smaller lamp somewhere behind you preferably in the middle of the screen behind you to act as hair light.
Selenasecret
11-03-2016, 11:39 AM
I use cfl powered softbox light in a 3 point position. Just in front on the left. One right side on. And one behind but above me to define depth a bit more. To be fair didnt make much difference between them and normal desk lamps. Its hard as hell in the UK to find cool coloured cfl or led. Always damn warm with a yellow hue.
Arwen25
11-03-2016, 11:41 AM
Thank you so much, my lovelies. That is a huge help! xx
Sally Says
11-04-2016, 07:25 AM
ive been told ikea do some really cheap tall thin lamps but havnt tried them myself
Selenasecret
11-04-2016, 08:25 AM
Screw fix have gu10 led daylight bulbs 6 for £10. 4w led as bright as 100w
Arwen25
11-05-2016, 03:15 AM
Ahhhhh double thank you, you babe! I know where I am off to today. xx
Selenasecret
11-05-2016, 03:56 AM
Or you could always just get a kit
Look at this on eBay http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/371245974945
SynnShine
02-03-2017, 03:42 PM
What lighting do you girls use? I am just not liking the lighting I am currently using. No matter how much I play around with the adjustments I still look washed out and like I have NO makeup on!! I notice some girls rooms look so crisp & clear. Any suggestions is greatly appreciated. Thanks so much!
sexysusie
02-03-2017, 04:59 PM
Day light bulbs.
Check these out
https://www.stripperweb.com/forum/showthread.php?183318-All-About-Lighting
https://www.stripperweb.com/forum/showthread.php?208435-Experience-with-Ring-Lights
https://www.stripperweb.com/forum/showthread.php?190825-Lighting-Umberlla-or-Softbox
https://www.stripperweb.com/forum/showthread.php?159984-Lighting
https://www.stripperweb.com/forum/showthread.php?177718-Lighting-recommendation
This is how to search the forum https://www.stripperweb.com/forum/showthread.php?169932-How-to-do-a-search-on-Stripperweb x
SoloDesire
02-03-2017, 05:13 PM
I have two softbox lights and a small lamp. I use one daylight bulb (in one softbox) and two soft white light bulbs (one in a softbox and one in the lamp beside me). They even out the color nicely for me. I use the three point system...one softbox behind my cam the other to the right of me and the regular lamp to the left of me.
SynnShine
02-06-2017, 11:24 AM
Thank You!!!
iamlegend
02-06-2017, 01:55 PM
I bought this.
Photography Photo Portrait Studio 600W Day Light Umbrella Continuous Lighting Kit by LimoStudio, LMS103 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005FHZ2SI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_VcJy8qHjF6C4U
All of the suggestions above are good ones. Looking washed out is usually a sign of too much light. It's difficult to get too specific without seeing your set-up, but an over lit setting can sometimes be fixed very easily by simply reflecting or bouncing the existing light and making it less direct.