Multiple Flash - Straight Images

Multiple Flash - Work Diary

Today we were tasked with researching and conducting a shoot on multiple flash. I though this was an interesting technique as it is not one that I had heard of or tried out before. My focus for this task was to create unique images and create pictures that I felt successfully portrayed what multiple flash was and what kinds of images it is used for. I feel that I was successful in this as I am extremely pleased with my images and really enjoyed how this shoot went and the technique overall. As I was working in a group of three for this, we each took turns in conducting our shoots and so when it was my turn I had been able to overlook other shoots and get a feel of what I needed to do. Therefore, I did not encounter any problems in my shoot.

This image is my favourite from the shoot. To capture this image, I asked the person in the photograph to firstly stand still and look into the camera as I wanted to get a base image. I then asked her to take the union jack flag and move it around in front of her. The image is the final result of this. I really like how the vibrancy of the union jack stands out against the black background and their black clothing.

I did not like this image. The object in the photograph is very distorted and you can't work out what it actually is. I feel that this is due to me making too many flashes and the fact that the object has not moved much from its original position and so it just looks like the object has blurred.

Progression

If I were to do this technique again, I would try to experiment with the number of flashes I use when taking an image as this can determine the overall outcome of the image. I will also make sure that whatever the subject of the image is, there is enough movement so that each snapshot is distinct.

Can I use this in my project?

I cannot use this in my project as my photographs will be taken on location and this technique requires a studio and studio lighting.

Multiple Flash - Image Bank

This photographer has used multiple flash to capture an image of a woman turning and moving out of frame. This is an interesting image as the woman keeps the same expression on her face as she moves throughout the image and so her movement seems quite robotic. This image allows us to see what this woman looks like from all angles.

This image shows the same woman standing in three different positions. The fact that the two shots of her posing on the left and right are the same make this image very appealing to the eye as it gives the photo a look of symmetry. The centre image of the woman looks as though she is shouting or screaming at the camera. Overall, this image seems fun and as though the girl is messing around as she is posing.

This photograph shows the movement of a dancer as she spins across the frame. The use of the piece of fabric creates an interesting visual within the image and is the punctum of the photo as without it, its just a dancer moving across the frame. This image shows the gracefulness of the dancer and we can tell that she did not stop or stumble as she spun.

Much like the image above, this photograph shows the movement of a person but instead this time it shows them jumping in the air. This image has an intriguing look to it as it shows how the jumper's arm has moved up as they jumped in the air. They contrast greatly against the black background as they are wearing white clothing which makes this image even more eye-catching.

This image shows someone holding a drumstick and moving it down the frame, as if they are about to hit a drum. Whilst this image is quite simple in how it was taken and the overall aesthetics of the picture, it is still a visually appealing image as it uses lines to create an interesting look.

Multiple Flash - Definition and Technique

Definition

A camera that implements multiple flashes can be used to find depth edges or create stylized images. Successive flashing of strategically placed flash mechanisms results in shadows along the depths of the scene. This information can be manipulated to suppress or enhance details or capture the intricate geometric features of a scene (even those hidden from the eye), to create a non-photorealistic image form. Such images could be useful in technical or medical imaging.

Technique


Camera Settings: f/16, 6", ISO 200.

Lighting: studio lights.

Equipment: camera, soft box lights, hot shoe, tripod

Examples