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[southernfocus1]

I just bought my first backdrop and a continuous light with stand and umbrella. It was all my budget could afford right now.

Any tips on how I can get the best out of this equipment?

[Asylum Steve]

Any tips on how I can get the best out of this equipment?...

Well congrats on having a setup, but I think you know the answer to your own question.

You need to start shooting!

A great new book that might help you with the basics (and more advanced too) is:

Master Lighting Guide for Portrait Photographers by Christopher Grey.

The only way to learn is by doing...

[southernfocus1]

Thanks! I am going to Barnes and Noble on Saturday and will be looking for that one!