Does the thought of off-camera light fill you with dread?
shooting in the dark terrifies you
As a Natural Light photographer, I always tried to avoid the use of off camera speed-lights because the whole concept seemed much too daunting!! On-camera flash was enough, even if it wasn't perfect - it was ALL I could do in the situation! Can you relate?
→ Do you dread weddings after daylight savings when it's DARK AT 5 PM?!
→ Are you using the RIGHT flashes to light up that large reception area?
→ Do you struggle with SPARKLER EXITS?
FEAR NOT!
I'M giving you my roadmap to success in off-camera lighting!
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how to see it up, how to use it, and where the heck to start!
OFF-CAMERA LIGHTING
a guide to
friend, get ready to take your lighting to the next level!
this is for you
OFF-CAMERA LIGHTING
a guide to
It's everything we know about Off-Camera Lighting in one easy to read and understand guide! Using diagrams and visual examples we will take you through our process and setup for lighting wedding receptions and events!
I know what you are thinking! 21-PAGES?! Yes! 21-pages packed with useful information- no fluff!
Our 21-page guide will show you the exact equipment we use, how we position our lights and the settings we use! We will show you how to light for toasts, cake cuttings, and signature dances! You will learn how to maintain ambient light and when and how to use ETTL vs. Manual!
Download our handy guide and take it with you! Have my "Off-Camera Lighting Guide" and my "How I Do It" guide at your fingertips!
Walk into ANY situation knowing you can photograph it beautifully!
Now, you can have it all! You can learn at your own pace, on your own schedule without leaving the comfort of your own home!
...this is something WORTH investing in!
Say no more, I’m in!
Hi There! I'm Ashley and let me tell you my secret. I never knew I wanted to be a wedding photographer. I actually studied my booty off to earn a Bachelors degree in Nursing but realized I could make more money, spend more time with my family (READ: Work Less - Play More) being my own boss as a photographer. So I created my wedding photography company! Bow Tie Collaborative! A few years ago I was flying by the seat of my pants without much of a clue as to where my business was going. Now, I’d like to think I’ve figured it out and I want to help you get there, too!
I create products for people who are yearning to take their business to the next level. For people who are struggling with a cohesive and professional brand and who have a desire to work smarter! It’s my goal to help other creative entrepreneurs grow their business and equip them with the right tools to have a successful business!
When I’m not busy creating and motivating other creatives, you can catch me spending time with my adorable husband and two cute kiddos!
I hope you decide to stick around because I have so much more to share! XO
Ashley maton
wedding photographer
bow tie collaborative
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Join hundreds of other photographers and master your off-camera lighting!
Been avoiding off-camera lighting for too long?
Want to capture beautiful images in dark barns and warehouses?
Want to capture sparkler exits like a pro?
Walk into ANY situation and knowing you can photograph it beautifully!
what you'll learn
IN THIS GUIDE YOU WILL LEARN:
It's everything I know about Off-Camera Lighting!
Our Basic Off-Camera Lighting Setup
The Exact Equipment We Use, How We Position Our Lights and The Settings We Use
How To Handle LARGE and DARK Reception Spaces
ETTL vs. Manual - What We Use and Why
How we finally MASTERED our Sparkler Exit
How to Maintain Ambient Light
How We Light for Toasts, Cake Cutting, and Signature Dances
Example Images with my Exact Camera Settings and Flash Settings
Troubleshooting Tips and More!
This guide is great for wedding photographers but can absolutely be applied to any event!
YES! Give it to me now!
“This sounds great, but WHAT ABOUT EXITS?!”
Keep reading, We’ve got answers!
Intimidated by SEnd-offs?
i can help!
sparklers, bubbles, snow you name it!
i've got you covered!
Sparkler Exits were one of my biggest challenges. But thankfully, I have a method to the madness that never fails me! And now I'm SHARING IT ALL WITH YOU!
Two pages of our OFF-CAMERA LIGHTING GUIDE are dedicated to sparkler exit lighting! Plus real-life examples with our exact camera and lighting settings.
what to expect
Confidence
Never feel intimidated again
Speed lights, strobes, transmitters...it can all be SO confusing! After we break it down for you be prepared to feel confident in your equipment, exactly what to use and when! Say goodbye to fearing the dreaded big barn and shooting portraits after dark!
No more guess work
Simple to use system
Tired of taking a guess with where to position your lights in a room?
Our system is fool proof and EASY to use. Go into any situation knowing exactly how to setup lighting to create high-end images. Then do it again, and again, and again! Any and every where!
Professional quality
Take images you are proud of
Set yourself apart from the "average" photographer who does fine with tons of available light but falls short when it comes to lighting after dark.
Take your business to the next level with professional quality images that make your audience say WOW!
what's included
No mind bending technical jargon
Visual illustrations of multiple speed light setups
How to handle large and dark reception spaces
My secret sauce recipe for mind blowing images
How we finally mastered our sparkler exit
8 pages of real life examples with our exact setup and settings
I can’t wait to begin! buy now!
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Did you know, when you buy
"A GUIDE TO OFF-CAMERA LIGHTING"
You will receive a BONUS guide,
"HOW I DO IT, GEAR + SETTINGS, A REFERENCE GUIDE" for FREE?!
8 PAGES FULL of my EXACT LENS + SETTINGS + FLASH ARRANGEMENTS + POWER
Dozens of REAL-LIFE examples. And why it matters.
INSPIRATION
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This is a fantastic guide. Rather than so many books which baffle and intimidate with technical jargon, Ashley has explained off-camera lighting in a simple and easy to understand way. She inspires confidence with her real-life, inspiration examples! Very pleased with my purchase and look forward to seeing more guides from her!
Suzanne
I read this guide all the way through and found it easy to understand and process. I was very intimidated to start using off camera lighting and after reading this I feel that I can absolutely do it! It was full of great examples and the diagrams were a huge plus for a visual leaner such as myself. Thank you for putting all this into an easy to digest guide! I highly recommend it to anyone struggling with off camera lighting!
Don
I have a very good understanding of composition and posing but not necessarily of the physics behind off camera lighting...I found this guide incredibly helpful! Using diagrams she illustrates her lighting concepts and includes lots of real wedding examples. Ashley is a great teacher and as a bonus, she gives you her gear and setting on lots of examples. I highly recommend this guide!
becca
I fell in love with her Master Guide to Shooting Details, so was thrilled to learn about her Guide to Off-Camera Lighting! It did not disappoint! I appreciate the tone of this guide and her straightforward approach. Ashley's, How I do It Guide, is also an invaluable resource for many wedding day scenarios. Excellent read!
robin
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Wedding Day Details are SO important. They are how we get our weddings published, how we build our vendor relationships and how my business has grown by leaps and bounds!
I use to struggle with consistent beautiful detail photos and absolutely DREADED starting my wedding day this way! But now? It is my FAVORITE part of the day because I have a system in place that leaves me feeling confident and prepared!
And, I've decided to share everything I know with all of you!
I'm going to teach you ALL that I know about what goes into creating beautiful, wedding day detail shots! My tips and tricks will help you nail those detail shots every time!