STORAGE TIPS

Deploy studio equipment correctly so that you’re always ready for an assignment

ORGANISE SEQUENTIALLY storing lenses according to focal length, or flashes in order of maximum power output, allows for rapid location of appropriate models as a shoot progresses. this system is often the quickest storage scheme.

READY ‘SHOOT PACKS’ grouping together items that are regularly used in tandem is a method of ensuring you never engage on a shoot without the correct equipment. From your inventory, place relevant items in a bag or case and store these in a ‘ready for use’ area.

ARRANGE BY BRAND An alternative is to group based on make and model, storing cameras, lenses and accessories together. While this leads to discontinuous groups (of lens focal lengths for example), full system compatibility is guaranteed.

© KYLE GALVIN Right JOHN FRIEDA SHOOT Using a combination of light modifiers, gels and creative angles, many styles can be achieved, giving the impression of different locations without ever leaving the studio