Want to start shaping light? Get a reflector!

Apr 16

Learning how to use and modify light is essential for taking your photos to the next level in photography, because how you use and control the light will determine how your photos turn out!

One tool you can use to modify and shape light is called a reflector. If you’ve heard people talking about using a reflector, but weren’t quite sure what it does, or indeed whether you need one, then I created this episode for you!

Simply put, a reflector is simply a tool that will help you change or mould the light to suit your vision, and help you get your images to look the way you want them to.

In today’s episode, I’m going to cover what a reflector is, when you might want to use one, when the right time is to get one, and if you do, which one you should get.

Before we dive in, if you’re interested in learning more about light, be sure to download our FREE Mastering Natural Light Starter Guide! You'll learn all about the building blocks of light - its colour, intensity and direction - along with some ideas for using each one to kickstart your creative juices.

Go grab it, then tune into today’s episode to learn:

What exactly a reflector is
Why you use a reflector, and some specific situations you might find yourself using one
When and why you should consider getting a reflector, even if it is just for learning about light
The type and size of reflector I recommend that most people get (bonus, it’s only around $40!)
What each side of the 5 in 1 reflector does.