Mistakes are part of learning, and every photographer—whether new or experienced—has made their fair share. In this video, I break down 8 common lighting mistakes that are easy to make but just as easy to fix with a little practice. Whether you struggle with positioning your main light or getting the right shadow detail, this guide will help you refine your portrait lighting skills and take better photos.

Learn how to spot issues like missing catch lights, overly bright kicker lights, and how to avoid lighting pitfalls that can distract from your subject. By the end of this video, you'll have actionable tips to improve your studio or on-location portrait photography.

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in Long GOP 4K and Canon C-Log2.

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Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:19 Mistake #1: Main light too low
00:34 Mistake #2: Main light too high
01:11 Mistake #3: Missing a catch light
01:44 Mistake #4: Two small catch lights
03:12 Mistake #5: Hair light too bright
03:58 Mistake #6: Kicker light too bright
04:27 Mistake #7: Kicker light in the wrong spot
05:26 Mistake #8: No shadow detail
06:08 Final thoughts and conclusion

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