For almost all of my studio works, soft light is what I want but every now and then it’s great to break that mold and do something with a bit more edge with grids or snoots. Fortunately my Adorama Streaklights have purpose designed tools to do the job.
In the studio grids are an essential tool, they help me light small areas with maximum precision and control. Usually I use grids in combination with a softbox as the key light but occasionally I’ll just use the grids for some dramatic effects.
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One of the downsides of a small studio is just how easy it is to accidentally bounce light off a wall or ceiling, ruining the effect you hope to achieve. With their tighter beam of light, grids and snoots might just be the answer you’re looking for if you want to get moody lighting in your small home studio space. 
Gear used in this video (Links back to Adorama)
Flashpoint StreakLight 360 Ws Flash (Includes flash and battery)
Flashpoint Streaklight 180 WS Streaklight
Grid/Gel Set Streaklight Beauty Dish/Grid Set
Canon 5D Mark 2
Canon 24-105L
Hey Gavin. Thanks for another great video. Is there a chance you could do an article or video on your home studio? We see snippets (background, and desk) but I’d be interested to see and hear more about you great setup.
Cheers
Shane
Hi Gavin,
Really enjoying these videos! I would like to know what boom arm components you have in this video. Looking for something reasonably priced without the quality dipping.
Thanks,
David
Great video Gavin!! love the grids and the beauty dishes… red riding hood too was great… wonderful lessons and a great teacher. count me in!