Lastolite School of Photography

In this months episode top professional photographer Mark Cleghorn is given the challenge to create 4 different images in the same location, using a combination of just 3 products. The Ezybox Hotshoe, The Strobo and a Trigrip reflector. Each product is given the starring role in at least one shot. See how Mark tackles the [...]

In this months episode top professional photographer Mark Cleghorn presents the 2nd of a 3 part story. In this second film, Mark uses Elinchrom Quadras and the Lastolite EzyboxII softbox system to create a fantasy image with mood and atmosphere. Using the softboxes with grids, plus a large reflector and creative photographic techniques, Mark creates [...]

In this months episode top professional photographer Mark Cleghorn presents the 2nd of a 3 part story. In this second film, Mark uses Elinchrom Quadras and the Lastolite EzyboxII softbox system to create a fantasy image with mood and atmosphere. Using the softboxes with grids, plus a large reflector and creative photographic techniques, Mark creates [...]

In this months episode top professional photographer Mark Cleghorn presents the first of a 3 part story. In this first film, Mark uses speedlites and the Lastolite Strobo system to create an ‘Alice in Wonderland’ fantasy image with a twist. Using Colour correction gels, grids and Tungsten white balance Mark creates a surreal series of [...]

In this months episode top professional photographer Mark Cleghorn presents the Lastolite plain coloured collapsible backgrounds, this time focusing on the rich colours of the red/purple, blue/pink and yellow/orange. Using them to shoot in black and white, compliment and contrast, and even replicating the paper background look. These backgrounds give you options for every occasion. [...]

In this months episode top professional photographer Mark Cleghorn presents the Lastolite Solo Background Supports. Mark explains how Solo allows you to change rolls of paper or background curtains with ease, even whilst working alone. Either using the 4m-6m wide heavy duty support or the more conventional 3m support, Solo works equally well. There is [...]

In this months episode top professional photographer Mark Cleghorn presents the Lastolite Mega Umbrellas. Mark explains the uses of the two completely different styles available, then takes the products into the studio and puts them through their paces. From soft full length lighting to stronger fashion lighting, Mark makes full use of the flat translucent [...]

In this months episode top professional photographer Mark Cleghorn presents the Lastolite Strobo being used outside in the snow. Mark uses the Strobo to add impact and effect, to a snow scene shoot. He then takes you indoors and shows you how to manipulate the images and create a montage effect of the days shoot. [...]

In this months episode top professional photographer Mark Cleghorn presents the Lastolite Urban Backgrounds. These 5′ x 7′ double-sided collapsible backgrounds come in 4 different combinations and allow the photographer to easily create the outdoor look whatever the weather. Each of the 8 different surfaces adds a unique urban feel to your images. Watch Mark [...]

In this months 2 part episode top professional photographer Mark Cleghorn presents the Lastolite Ezybox II range of Softboxes and brackets. The Ezybox II range of 7 softboxes, including Squares, Octas and Switches (the worlds first adjustable softboxes), are quick and easy to assemble and use, but they now work with any of your lighting [...]

In this months 2 part episode top professional photographer Mark Cleghorn presents the Lastolite Ezybox II range of Softboxes and brackets. The Ezybox II range of 7 softboxes, including Squares, Octas and Switches (the worlds first adjustable softboxes), are quick and easy to assemble and use, but they now work with any of your lighting [...]

In this months episode top professional photographer Mark Cleghorn presents the Lastolite Skylite Rapid reflector and diffuser panel system. The system allows photographers to manipulate the ambient lighting conditions on location, or use the panels to diffuse light from a flashgun to re-create a large softbox effect. The Rapid covers make changing from one fabric [...]

In this months 2 part episode top professional photographer Mark Cleghorn presents 2 new additions to the Lastolite Strobo Range. The Strobo Gobo allows photographers to use their speedlights to project patterns, either onto the background or directly onto the subject for stunning imagery. The Strobo Snoot allows photographers to put small pockets of light [...]

In this months 2 part episode top professional photographer Mark Cleghorn presents 2 new additions to the Lastolite Strobo Range. The Strobo Gobo allows photographers to use their speedlights to project patterns, either onto the background or directly onto the subject for stunning imagery. The Strobo Snoot allows photographers to put small pockets of light [...]

In this months episode top professional photographer Mark Cleghorn presents the film you’ve all been asking for. How to light and use the Hilite Vinyl floor. Mark takes you from the ideal setup, through to the minimal setup, and then how to enhance the image in Photoshop. All the information is there to enable you [...]