Behind the Light

Welcome to our blog, where we highlight stories, share tips & tricks, and provide education on our products and industry news!

Light Tip: Barn Doors for Light Shaping

Light Tip: Barn Doors for Light Shaping

  When shooting photos or videos, it’s always important to nail down your lighting. You have to know where you want your light, but more importantly, where to remove light.That’s where barn doors ...
Light Tip: In-Camera Transitions

Light Tip: In-Camera Transitions

  Video transitions are used to create a seamless flow between scenes. Although they are essential to most production projects, making them look smooth and professional can be difficult. Check ou...
Into the Darkness by Mike Carroll

Into the Darkness by Mike Carroll

The beauty of our universe is undoubtedly something I look forward to, especially the Milky Way. In this article, I will discuss my planning and techniques for capturing the beauty of the night sky...
Light Tip: Flat Lay Photography

Light Tip: Flat Lay Photography

Flat lays are a visually appealing way to showcase products, food, and other items, making them perfect for social media, e-commerce, and blogs. Here are a few tips to help turn a basic flat lay in...
Light Tip: How To Avoid Glasses Glare

Light Tip: How To Avoid Glasses Glare

If you wear glasses, you’ve likely experienced irritating light glare on your lenses. In this light tip we will explain how to position your lighting to avoid glare and look your best!
Light Tip: How to Shoot Fitness Videos

Light Tip: How to Shoot Fitness Videos

Whether you're a professional videographer or just getting started, below are some simple tips to help you create a high-quality fitness video.
Light Tip: How to Create a Stop Motion

Light Tip: How to Create a Stop Motion

Stop motions are a fun way to use images to create eye-catching and engaging video content. Below are some simple tips to help you create better stop motion videos.
What is Edge-Lit Technology?

What is Edge-Lit Technology?

Let's dive into what edge-lit lighting is, why it’s revolutionizing LED lighting—and how you can incorporate it into your setup.
Light Tip: Relax Your Eyes

Light Tip: Relax Your Eyes

Whether you’re working, creating, gaming, or editing, all that computer screen light is taking a toll on your eyes, focus, and productivity.  A Monitor Light Bar is one of the best new lighting sol...