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Question about home photography studio lighting?

Hi, I have been photographing weddings and models for five years now, but I know very little about indoor portraits. I have a backdrop stand, a white background and some bottom of the line 300w (atleast I think. I haven't used it for awhile) continuous lighting.

I would like to get better at indoor photography and have read alot of people's blogs about ways to go about it. However, I'm not sure about the specifics. I'm thinking one very large softbox would do the trick. I have a speedlite 430ex, by the way. Should I get strobe or continuous lighting? If I get strobe, can I use my speedlite, and if so... what all do I need? Are name brands really better than the latter? I would like to keep it between $200-300. Thanks for any help.

All these questions and many more are answered on http://strobist.blogspot.com

Check out his lighting 101 tutorials, in the first few pages he tells you what your strobes needs and points you to a company that sells good kits.

CowboyStudio Photography/Video Studio Triple Lighting Kit with 10ft x 12ft Black, White and Green Muslins Backdrops and Background Support System with Case $121.99 Complete photo studio easy set up, includes continuous triple lighting set, 3 muslin backdrops, and the portable support system. Daylight balanced bulbs: Do Not Be Fooled By the cheap bulbs, our bulbs have been serving U.S for almost 7 years. It is UL, CE listed and Energy Star. These high-output daylight balanced compact fluorescent bulbs are ideally suited for digital photography. They also have...

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ePhoto Premium Portrait Photography Studio Video Lighting Kit with 3 Chromakey Black, White, Green Muslin Supporting Background Stand System Case by ePhotoInc H4045 $159.99 This studio portrait lighting Kit is easy to use and setup. These lights work great with digital DSLR cameras. It is ideal for all level photographers. It is a complete continuous lighting system, background support stands and muslin backdrops for your to set up your studio. You could use them in the studio photography or videography as well as on location projects. This lighting kit is the most...

Christopher Grey's Studio Lighting Techniques for Photography: Tricks of the Trade for Professional Digital Photographers $20.82 Taking the guesswork out of lighting, this invaluable examination provides tools and techniques from an accomplished expert. The most essential principles for photo shoots are presented through lengthy image sequences, considering different finishes for reflective surfaces, types of light sources, light modifiers, and even light placements. From creating fundamental looks to the effect of fine-tun...

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Minimalist Lighting: Professional Techniques for Studio Photography $22.11 Photographers learn how to create amazing photography with this simple, basic, money-saving approach to working in the studio. While exploring available lighting and equipment, this reference tackles the concerns of studio photographers regarding too much gear, not enough space, and a strict budget and offers alternative techniques for photographing subjects. Tips for how to set up a studio in a l...

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Cowboystudio Full Spectrum Light Bulb- Four 45W Photography Photo CFL 5500K - Daylight balanced pure white light $21.70 * Wattage: 45 watts * Designed for our continuous video lighting * Approximate incandescent equivalent: 200 watts * Light output: 2,650 LM * Length: 6.37 inches * Diameter: 2.68 inches * Base height: 2.36 inches * Base width: 2.70 inches * CRI (color rendering index) > 84 * Color temperature: 5000 K, daylight * Designed for use at 120V/60 HZ * E26 standard screw-in base * UL listed, en...

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RPS Studio SIB-100 Photo Studio-in-a-Box $99 PHOTO STUDIO IN A BOX, the first & only complete photo studio for under $100.00. This kit contains everything needed to take professional studio quality images..soft lighting diffusion box, lights, backgrounds & camera stand, all in one package with carrying handle! The PHOTO STUDIO IN A BOX is hundreds of dollars less than competing products and without any sacrifice to quality! With the growth in Internet auctions and online catalogs, the PHOTO SUTDIO IN A BOX is the easy solution to great photos. SOFT LIGHT BOX: Light weight and easy to set up table top design, the soft light box utilizes a specially woven, heat resistant, 100% nylon fiber mesh diffuser, which delivers uniform illumination while eliminating harsh shadows and reflective glare. Folds up for convenient storage and travel. Set up size: 16 x 16 x 16. TWO-SIDED BACKGROUND: Dual sided, blue/grey, non reflective polyester fabric background provides for contrast with either dark or light objects, as well as creates an infinite field of depth. Size: 31" L x 15" H. HIGH OUTPUT LIGHTS: Two, studio quality, high output 2800K Tungsten lamps for excellent & even color temperature and clarity. Retractable legs allow for hand held use. 8 inch height with 8 ft. power cord. 110v/50w, UL listed. CAMERA STAND: Fully adjustable, high quality, aluminum and steel camera stand eliminates jitters and blurs commonly experienced with hand held shots.