COMPANY: snapfactory | URL: www.studiolightingessentials.com | TYPE: DVD | PLATFORM: Mac/Windows | PRICE: $150
Studio Lighting Essentials For Portrait Photography written and hosted by Mark Wallace is everything you need to get started in the world of Studio Lighting. Mark is known for his easy to understand teaching style and ability to take concepts and put them into practical use.

The DVD set is packed with content. Topics include:

Direction of light
Understanding shadows
Properties of light
Equipment Essentials
Light modifiers, grip and expendables
Understanding the 3-light setup
Metering techniques
Color theory
Setting your white balance
Color management and calibration

The DVD includes over 20 lighting setups. Mark walks you through each lighting setup and then shows you the results from his camera. Setups include:

Simple headshots
Fashion
Glamour
Beauty
Portraits
Lighting for high contrast black and white
One-light setups for small studios
Advanced setups for large studios

Bonus Content:

Using the X-Rite Color Checker Passport to get perfectly calibrated color
Dragging the shutter
Understanding flash duration and refresh rates