explaining off camera lighting

HI, everyone this is my first post. Just checking this out!

My interest for taking pictures increased dramatically after being exposed to so many different blog sites and forums. I want to control lighting. I read some posts on David's blog. He is an enthusiastic "strobist" who explains in great detail about using flashes as a means of controling light. With the use of flashes, he is able to take with him a portable studio. David uses few equipment to start his "strobist" extravaganza. The unique part about David's blog is to teach people how to get their flashes off of their cameras to be able to position light wherever the person wants the light.

items neeeded for a two system lighting:
1. Two flashes - vivtar 285 ($100)
- Nikon sb 24-26 ($70)
- etc

2. Two stands - preferably Bogen tripods

3. Two camera umbrellas (to diffuse)

4. Radio signaled transmitter/receiver (or transceiver for extra $$)

5. of course camera and lens

6. And a patient subject :)


JUST CHECK OUT HIS BLOG! AND THANKS FOR READING MY FIRST POST!