How I Light Outdoor Portraits with 1 Flash – Step by Step with a 12" Beauty Dish
How I Light Outdoor Portraits with 1 Flash and a Tiny Beauty Dish | Step-by-Step Lighting Photography Tutorial
In this lighting photography tutorial, I’m taking you behind the scenes of a real outdoor portrait session using the smallest setup I’ve ever tried — a 12" beauty dish and a single flash. No assistant needed!
I'll walk you through how I choose my background, where I position the light, and how I adjust for changing ambient light — all step by step.
If you’re into portrait lighting and want to see how a small, portable setup can still create big results, this video is for you.
✅ Gear Used:
Godox AD200 Pro II
Godox AD-S3
✅ Why small setups matter:
Faster to move
Easier to adapt when the light changes
More background options in a single photoshoot
Learn how to mix flash with natural light and create professional-looking portraits even during golden hour — all without needing a big team or heavy equipment.
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