
Mark Wallace
Mark Wallace is a professional photographer, educator, and content creator known for his expertise in studio lighting and portrait photography. With a career spanning over two decades, Mark has worked with top brands and publications, honing his skills in both commercial and fine art photography.
As a passionate educator, he has produced hundreds of instructional videos on photography techniques, lighting setups, and gear reviews, reaching a global audience through platforms like YouTube and Adorama TV. His engaging teaching style and deep knowledge make complex concepts accessible to photographers of all skill levels.
Beyond the studio, Mark is an avid traveler and adventurer, often documenting his journeys through compelling imagery and storytelling. His dedication to the art of photography continues to inspire a new generation of visual artists.
Find more of Mark’s tutorials on his Instagram
With modern “Face Priority” TTL metering, you can do amazing things in the studio without having to know how to use a light meter. In this episode, Mark Wallace explains how to use Face Priority ETTL metering and why it’s so amazing. Mark also explains how to lock in exposure values for tricky light setups and make adjustments and corrections if needed.
Want to check out some other great resources on lighting and lighting setups? Take a look at these guides on 42 West:
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- Best Lighting Kits for Photography in 2021
- Key Lights, Fill Lights, Hair Lights and More: Different Lighting Uses For Studio Strobes
PRODUCTS USED:
- Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless Digital Camera Body
- Canon BG-R10 Battery Grip for EOS R5 and EOS R6
- Elinchrom ELC 500/500 Studio Monolight Dual Kit with Reflectors and Case
- Canon RF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM Lens
- Elinchrom EL-Skyport 40 Channel 2.4GHz Transmitter Plus HS for Canon Cameras
- Elinchrom 27.5″ Rotalux Deep Octabox
- Tether Tools Pro Tethering Kit with Tether Table Aero Master, LAJO-4 ProBracket
- Elinchrom Rotagrid for 27.5″ Rotalux Deep Octabox
- Elinchrom 35.5×43″ Rotalux Rectabox