Joe McNally DVD: : The Language of Light (2 DVD Set)

2013-04-23T21:00:00

I've been a serious shooter since 1953. I did a fair amount of work with lights in the sixties, then went almost exclusively to available light -- mostly street photography. Recently I've been getting back into speedlights in a big way, and Joe's hands-on demos are extremely useful. If you're learning or re-learning artificial lighting you can't afford to be without these disks. Joe knows what he's talking about.

Russell L.

2013-04-02T21:00:00

I have followed Joe for years and have learned a lot from him about lighting. I took one of his bus tour courses and this DVD is a great resourse that shows you on location lighting set ups for different situations. It also helps you understand the dynamics of lighting.

Steve

2013-01-21T19:00:00

This DVD set is a great tutorial/reference/inspiration for lighting with Speedlights/Speedlites and with strobes as well. Joe presents everything in an entertaining and easy to follow way. His use of descriptive language is really great and helps you to understand how and why he makes particular choices about lighting. It bears repeat watching as your knowledge and experience grows. For more experienced shooters, I think it works well as inspiration and refresher. I went to his One Light, Two Light tour and didn't pick this up at the time and regretted it until I finally took the plunge on Adorama. Totally worth it.

Slinkie

2012-12-12T19:00:00

a great refresher

GARY D.

2012-07-30T21:00:00

If you are looking for a superb training video on how to use off camera flash units, then this is the DVD for you. Joe is a great teacher and this product is well worth the money. It's also worth checking out David Hobby's Strobist DVD's. Disclaimer: I'm invested in the Nikon CLS system and I attended the Flash Bus tour.

JOE M.

2012-07-15T21:00:00

Not very cheap, but worth every cent. Joe is an entertainig teacher, 1 of his lessons saves you many days of trying. Thx Joe

sleepyking

2012-05-13T21:00:00

Great read and refernce by one of photography's leading character's at sharing knowledge. McNally's humble approach to teaching is a magnet at drawing people with any sort of interest into photography into enjoying it as a lifetime pursuit whether as a hobby or professional endeavor.

Phil W.

2012-05-01T21:00:00

This is a fantastic video if you are looking to get professional results using Speedlights. Joe is a fantastic teacher, he gives great detail on the setup for each of the shots, and his way of presenting the information keeps you interested. If you are looking to expand your knowledge on lighting this is one of the best resources you can purchase.

Francis I.

2012-03-05T19:00:00

I was at the recording of this DVD when the flash bus was in Philly, even made it up on stage! there is so much information in this DVD that even if you attended any of the Flash bus stops you will get to see stuff that you missed or forgot. what a great value, packed full of great content and just as entertaining to watch!

Dave

2012-03-04T19:00:00

This is a good film with interesting stuff and gives a few good ideas. I'm not convinced about the price compared to the amount of information. Don't get me wrong, I value Joes teachings and expertise but I feel there could have been bit more to it at this price.

Oskar

2012-02-19T19:00:00

Joe McNally is one of the best instructors in the country on off camera lighting techniques and it shows in these DVDs! He walks you through several different lighting setups discussing the intricacies of TTL flash systems taking all of the mystery out of them. Joe is a joy to watch and listen too and even though I'm not an amateur, I still learned quite a few useful tips from this set. Definitely worth the money!

John P.

2012-02-19T19:00:00

Joes does not disappoint with this DVD. Great for learning to do portrait work with off camera flash. Only complaints are that he does not address large groups and his budget for modifiers is much larger than mine.

DAVID K.

2012-02-17T19:00:00

My photography has taken a quantum leap forward. I had always been resistant to using flash. I understand it now and enjoy it. It has re-energized me and my photography. I photographed my daughter and her fiancée with professional results using Joe's techniques. I refer to it often and pick up new techniques each time. A little pricey but worth every penny.

CG94

2012-01-22T19:00:00

I use it to learn ... simple.

The P.

2012-01-22T19:00:00

I love that this video includes very simple lighting set ups and techniques and some very complex ones. I love seeing how McNally works his way through the situation to maximize the impact and I love how he retraces some areas he's covered in the past and covers new ground.

STEPHEN F.

2012-01-15T19:00:00

Joe McNally is the master of lighting, and he demonstrates his skill in a very open and educational way. Some lessons are rudimentary, but the DVD set builds upon itself as it teaches and entertains. HIghly recommneded

DARREN E.

2012-01-05T19:00:00

If you want to learn about flash lighting, Joe's one of the best to learn from. Great video set.

EDWARD G.

2011-12-25T19:00:00

Used to improve my knoledge of light and small flash photography!

Yoghi S.

2011-12-11T19:00:00

Excellent content by an excellent photographer.

BOB R.

2011-11-13T19:00:00

Good for beginners as much as for young pros -- Joe McNally is a master in making it look easy and imparting his approaches to making a picture work in an uncomplicated way. Easily one of the best photography teachers out there, and one of the best photographers. The DVD covers mostly portrait photography and the use of speedlights in many different settings, like studio, basketball court, shoemaker shop, direct sunlight etc. The only thing a beginner would probably be missing is the classic portrait with one main light, reflector, hair light and background light, which is not covered. But in any case, this DVD set is absolutely worth the money, especially if one already has some basic knowledge of portrait photography and the use of flash, although I think this DVD is a must for even an absolute beginner.

Chris

2011-10-29T21:00:00

i watched it once or twice full length, now getting out parts from the video depending my plan

Bela

2011-10-08T21:00:00

A very informative DVD - lots of information and with a view to budget (i.e. not always using high-end lighting etc. Love Joe's style and ability to get quick solid results.

Nick U.

2011-09-27T21:00:00

I don't know what I was expecting but feel this is overpriced. Only watched it once

Mike R.

2011-09-17T21:00:00

I usually don't buy DVDs like this, but for Joe McNally I made an exception -- and what a good decision it was! No surprises here - the DVD set of full of great content, lots of ideas to stimulate your creativity and improve your skills.

Mike W.

2011-09-17T21:00:00

You have to appreciate someone who loves their craft so much that they take the time to produce educational products for others. Joe McNally is a master artisan that shows you the simplicity of his efforts. As well as the trials that get him to his incredible photos. I bought this DVD set to help me train my wife to the uses of flash. In reality, I too got the education from Joe!

JAMES M.

2011-09-16T21:00:00

I am a big fan of Joe McNally, David Hobbs and Zack Arias. All three of them have made really nice videos.

Zeke

2011-09-10T21:00:00

This isn't a one time watched DVD. There is so much to learn from it that most won't get it all in one setting. Mr. McNally does a fine job in walking you through several differnt scenarios. May take a couple of run throughs to catch everything, but thats why you buy a DVD.

Kevin

2011-09-10T21:00:00

I always learn something when I read one of Joe's books or view his dvds or follow his blog. He and David were AWESOME on the FlashBus Tour. This dvd is another solid addition to his catalogue and although focussed a little more on basics this time, it's excellent and I'm utilizing many of his techniques.

STEPHEN F.

2011-09-04T21:00:00

Joe McNally is a first class teacher and world class photographer, and in this DVD set he walks through the basics of using speedlights and then slowly takes us along on more and more advanced shoots. Joe makes it look easy.

DARREN E.

2011-09-03T21:00:00

These DVD's are just awesome. Joe McNally is a great teacher, and he teaches in an easy to understand, and entertaining way. He is a master at lighting, and he shares of his vast knowledge. I would recommend these DVD's to anyone that would like to learn about photography, and the art of lighting. Awesome !!!

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