Another way that my on camera flash might be useful....as a fill light for a strongly side lit subject. This was a rough test (hand held) but I think the idea is on the right track. Of course, it doesn't come up often....but it's still fun to play.
I do event photography. Most meeting spaces are harshly lit from above, and I use fill flash to light the hollows under eyes, and soften shadows on the features and clothing. Also, to I can drop the exposure so the lighting isn't so darned harsh. This is a more valuable technique than you may think. Learning a 'light touch' with flash is a great step.
Yes, depending on what kind of flash you are using. The little pop-up on camera flash usually adjusts itself, but never quite how you'd like as an artist. Speedlites are amazing things, and you can get pretty nice knock-offs for about a hundred bucks ~ then watch out! you can put them wherever you'd like, and adjust EVERYTHING about the light. It's like Pandora's Box ~ but in a good way.
January 8th, 2015
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