Projects

Project 3 - Flash off

Most flash units are only effective up to about 3 or 4 metres. Therefore, you will achieve far better exposure and tonal values by turning the flash off and using a tripod.

The ‘flash off’ mode is achieved differently in different camera makes. Usually you cycle through flash modes until you achieve a lightning flash in a circle with a slash across it. Or it may say ‘flash off’. In some makes you simply do not release the pop-up flash.

‘Flash Off’ is recommended where you have large areas of ambient light example inside a church, city street at dusk, sporting stadiums indoors.

To complete this project choose a darkish, large interior where your camera would normally fire the flash automatically.

Tip: Although a tripod is best, if you don’t have one try using a window ledge or tabletop. Alternatively, carry a small beanbag filled with wheat and nuzzle your camera into that. Use this setting in combination with time delay for optimum results.

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