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    Default Need some cheap/effective lighting suggestions

    This is my room with 2 lights on and a window open. I need to make this room work. I do not want to paint at this point in time. My room is VERY small. Screen Shot 2012-08-19 at 7.16.19 PM.png

    I have at my disposal two extra 100W (energy type so they are like 100 W but actually 30) lights with unbrella on them. Tried different positions where I could fit the lights to no avail. I have a few different sheet sets, some of which are light/white-would swapping that be a good idea? I am thinking the blue might be adding to the shadowy feel of the room.

    Any constructive input is appreciated!



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    Default Re: Need some cheap/effective lighting suggestions

    I found this blog post to be helpful.

    Also google 3 point lighting.

    Lights are more flattering if they are at a 45 degree angle from the subject (in this case, you). If your lights are directly above you, they will cast unflattering shadows on your face.

    Also, you want to make sure that your body isn't casting a lot of shadows behind you. In your current set up, you need more fill light (I'm not a photographer but I think that's what it's called), the shelving unit you have on the right side shouldn't be casting that much of a shadow.

    I use cheap $5 clamp lights I got at Walmart (they look like these ). Pointing the lights directly at myself tends to be too bright and causes unflattering shadows so I bounce the light off of my walls and I have a small desk lamp with a shade behind me to help do away with any shadows behind me.

    I'm not sure if this is the kind of advice you're looking for but I hope it made sense.
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    Default Re: Need some cheap/effective lighting suggestions

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    Default Re: Need some cheap/effective lighting suggestions

    I use a Logitech c910 and a halogen torch lamp. The lamp makes the room hotter than hell, but since the light is cast on the ceiling, it creates an even, flattering light that makes my skin glow. It works best if you work in a smaller area with an open ceiling, otherwise the light isn't as even and it creates shadows, which make you look weird and unflattering. It's definitely not perfect, but it beats spending a ton of money on a lighting system that takes up a bunch of room. The down side is that they don't make these lamps anymore. I see them at thrift stores often, though. The color of the walls definitely makes a difference, too. I think deep, darker colors (deep red or lavender, for example) work better than white or beige. I also use a desk lamp for a little extra light if I need it.

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    Default Re: Need some cheap/effective lighting suggestions

    I use 2 clip on lamps with 65 watt LED lights to prevent the room from getting too hot. The bulbs are expensive but soooooooooooo worth it!

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