Instruction – Basic Lighting

Studio Strobe Lighting Instruction

One-on-One, Hands-On Photography Instruction

$75

45-Minute Private Session

Whether you’re new to studio strobes or want to become more confident working with professional lighting equipment, this private, hands-on session is tailored to your experience and goals.

Learn how to set up studio lighting, adjust your camera and strobes, shape light, and get the results you’re looking for. We’ll work directly with the equipment at Fourth Wall Photo Studio, so you can put what you learn into practice immediately.

Bring a friend to serve as your model, or practice photographing Jason during your session.

What You’ll Learn

Every photographer has different experience and goals. Rather than following a rigid lesson plan, we’ll focus on the topics that matter most to you. Whether you’re learning the basics or refining your lighting techniques, we’ll work at your pace.

Studio Setup & Workflow

Preparing a photography studio for a shoot, arranging equipment efficiently, maintaining safe spacing, and developing a practical workflow.

Seamless Paper Backdrops

Setting up and working with seamless paper, managing floor coverage, positioning subjects, and avoiding common mistakes.

Understanding Studio Lighting Equipment

Hands-on instruction with studio strobes, light stands, softboxes, umbrellas, modifiers, power connections, and wireless triggers.

Controlling Studio Strobes

Adjusting flash power, positioning lights, balancing exposure, and learning how different settings affect your photographs.

Camera Settings & Flash Triggers

Configuring your camera for studio flash photography, connecting wireless triggers, and understanding shutter speed, aperture, and ISO when working with strobes.

Single-Light & Multiple-Light Setups

Learning what one light can accomplish, when additional lights are useful, and how to build more complex lighting arrangements.

Light Control & Shaping Techniques

Using light placement, feathering, reflectors, grids, and other modifiers to control shadows, contrast, direction, and unwanted light spill.

Booms & Advanced Positioning

Understanding when to use a boom arm, positioning lights overhead or at unusual angles, and maintaining safe, stable setups.

Studio Safety & Best Practices

Working safely with lighting equipment, securing stands and modifiers, managing cables, and protecting both people and gear.

What to Bring & How to Prepare

Please bring your DSLR or mirrorless camera with a compatible flash hot shoe. You should have a basic understanding of how to change your camera’s exposure settings.

To help us get started quickly, we recommend the following camera settings:

Shooting Mode Manual (M)
Shutter Speed 1/160 sec
Aperture f/5.6
ISO 400
Auto ISO Off
Exposure Preview Off, if applicable

These are recommended starting settings for studio flash photography. We’ll make adjustments as needed during your session.

Not sure whether your camera is compatible? Go ahead and complete the booking form below. Include your camera model and any questions in the comments section, and we’ll get it sorted out.

Ready to Book Your Session?

Select your preferred date and time using the booking form below. Once your request is submitted, Jason will review the details and contact you to confirm your session.

45-Minute Private Instruction — $75

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9119 North 7th Street
Suite 202
Phoenix, AZ 85020