No doubt, strobes are generally the tool of choice for lighting studio portraits, but constant LED lights have seen an increase in capabilities and popularity in the last few years. If you are thinking of using them as an alternative to strobes for your work, this excellent video tutorial will show you some important techniques, camera settings, and helpful tips for getting the best possible results.
Coming to you from Miguel Quiles with Sony I Alpha Universe, this awesome video tutorial will give you some helpful tips for shooting portraits lit by constant LED lights. The greatest advantage of using LED lights is that because they are a constant source, you can see exactly how the light and shadows fall on your subjects at any given time, making it far easier to create a setup and make any needed changes or adjustments in the midst of the shoot. The downside is that LEDs tend to have a much lower power output than strobes. If you are working exclusively indoors, this may not be a problem, but if you frequently shoot outside, it is something you will want to consider carefully before you invest in an LED set. Check out the video above for the full rundown from Quiles.
What's the light reflected in the pupils of every shot?
Lastolite reflectors?
LOL