Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this episode, Godox Educator Sarah Edmunds @sarahedmundsphotographer takes the studio outdoors on the shores of Lake Garda, — showing how to create fashion portraits in constantly changing natural light conditions using ONE strobe.
This video breaks down real-world lighting challenges and practical solutions on location. No bulky softboxes. Just a portable lighting solution built for solo photographers or small production teams.
💡 What you’ll learn in this video:
• How to balance harsh sunlight with flash
• How to recreate sunlight in shadow areas
• How to capture dramatic blue skies straight in camera
• How to adapt lighting setups instantly when weather changes
• How to create soft natural-light looks using a powerful strobe
• Camera and lighting settings for different outdoor lighting scenarios
00:00-00:50 Introduction & Shoot Setup
00:51-01:29 Gear Prep & Wireless Sync
01:30-03:35 Harsh Sunlight Setup with Reflector & Wide-Angle Fashion Look
03:38-05:28 Balancing Foreground Shadows & Recreating Sunlight with Flash
05:35-07:20 Adapting to Changing Sunlight with AD800Pro as Key Light
07:22-08:07 Soft Natural-Light Look with Sunset Rim Light
08:28-08:58 Using Flash to Separate the Subject from Architecture
08:59-10:27 Recreating Sunset Light with Smoke & Reflector
Sarah also explains the lighting logic behind each setup — including light positioning, contrast control, and how to maintain consistent results outdoors with minimal gear.
⚡ Gear:
AD800Pro
X3 S Trigger
Reflector
Model: @stellad.plastica
🎁 GIVEAWAY
Share your biggest takeaway, any questions you have, or the biggest challenge you're facing while learning flash photography — and tell us where you're from for the giveaway!
#Godox #FashionPhotography #OffCameraFlash #AD800Pro #OutdoorPortrait
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In this episode, Godox Educator Sarah Edmunds @sarahedmundsphotographer takes the studio outdoors on the shores of Lake Garda, — showing how to create fashion portraits in constantly changing natural light conditions using ONE strobe.
This video breaks down real-world lighting challenges and practical solutions on location. No bulky softboxes. Just a portable lighting solution built for solo photographers or small production teams.
💡 What you’ll learn in this video:
• How to balance harsh sunlight with flash
• How to recreate sunlight in shadow areas
• How to capture dramatic blue skies straight in camera
• How to adapt lighting setups instantly when weather changes
• How to create soft natural-light looks using a powerful strobe
• Camera and lighting settings for different outdoor lighting scenarios
00:00-00:50 Introduction & Shoot Setup
00:51-01:29 Gear Prep & Wireless Sync
01:30-03:35 Harsh Sunlight Setup with Reflector & Wide-Angle Fashion Look
03:38-05:28 Balancing Foreground Shadows & Recreating Sunlight with Flash
05:35-07:20 Adapting to Changing Sunlight with AD800Pro as Key Light
07:22-08:07 Soft Natural-Light Look with Sunset Rim Light
08:28-08:58 Using Flash to Separate the Subject from Architecture
08:59-10:27 Recreating Sunset Light with Smoke & Reflector
Sarah also explains the lighting logic behind each setup — including light positioning, contrast control, and how to maintain consistent results outdoors with minimal gear.
⚡ Gear:
AD800Pro
X3 S Trigger
Reflector
Model: @stellad.plastica
🎁 GIVEAWAY
Share your biggest takeaway, any questions you have, or the biggest challenge you're facing while learning flash photography — and tell us where you're from for the giveaway!
#Godox #FashionPhotography #OffCameraFlash #AD800Pro #OutdoorPortrait
Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/godox_global
Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/godoxglobal
Like us on Tik Tok: tiktok.com/@godox_global
Like us on Twitter: twitter.com/GodoxGlobal
Website: godox.com
