# @adorama on YouTube

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://youtube.com/watch?v=fM6ADmsuYhU
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/70645368-adorama-youtube
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/eb9f29f086.jpg
- **Posted:** 2026-09-22T19:28:13.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Adorama (@adorama) — https://gondola.cc/adorama

## Caption

One light can do a LOT more than you might think!

In this live session, photographer Gavin Hoey is going to see just how many different portrait looks he can create using a single light, one model and a little creative thinking. 

Working with Charlotte, Gavin will start with a simple portrait setup and then experiment with light position, shadows, patterns, backgrounds, colour and styling to create three very different images. 

Along the way, there'll be plenty of real world tips on shaping and controlling light, changing the mood of a portrait and getting more from a single light. Plus a few experiments that may work brilliantly… and some that might not!

The goal is simple: one light, three portraits, and as much creative exploration as possible in an hour. 

Gavin will be joined by Charlotte as his model, Sam on the chat and Freya on the super switcher, so join the conversation, get your questions answered live or just watch along and enjoy the show.

Timestamps and Chapters
0:00 Intro
4:48 Basic one flash portrait
8:30 Move closer for contrast 
11:41 Add more contrast
15:23 Fake a 2nd flash
17:57 Add some props
23:07 Why choose the EVOLV200 Pro II
28:48 Colorful silhouette portrait
32:54 Gels Q&A
36:31 Adding a tube flash attachment
40:21 Creative light from barn doors 
47:05 Setting up the classic 1 flash look
49:29 Background distance and shadows
54:36 Using a grid with a softbox
58:10 Props with classic 45 degree softbox
1:00:48 Conclusions and Subscribe

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✘ GEAR USED:

Flashpoint eVOLV 200 Pro II
https://www.adorama.com/flashpoint-evolv-200-pro-ii-r2-ttl-pocket-flash-godox-ad200pro-ii/p/fplfev200pii

Flashpoint R2 Pro Mark II Wireless Flash Trigger
https://www.adorama.com/flashpoint-r2-pro-markii-wireless-flash-trigger-panasonic-olympus/p/fprrr2prooii

OM SYSTEM OM-1 Mark ii
https://www.adorama.com/om-system-om-1-mark-ii-mirrorless-camera-body-only/p/iomom1m2

OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8 Pro II
https://www.adorama.com/om-system-m-zuiko-12-40-mm-f-2-8-pro-ii-lens/p/iom1240pb


Glow S3 Round Flash S-Type Bowens Mount Bracket
https://www.adorama.com/glow-s3-round-flash-s-type-bowens-mount-bracket/p/glbdsm03pro

Glow EZ Lock 24”x36" Softbox
https://www.adorama.com/glow-ez-lock-quick-rectangle-softbox-bowens-mount-24-36-inch/p/glsbez2436

Flashpoint 10’ C-Stand and Grip Arm
https://www.adorama.com/flashpoint-10-foot-c-stand-turtle-base-kit-grip-arm-chrome/p/fplsc

Tether Tools TetherPro Optima 10G 15' USB-C Cable, Orange 
https://www.adorama.com/tether-tools-tetherpro-optima-10g-15-ft-usb-c-right-angle-cable/p/ttcuc15rtg2o 

Tether Tools AeroTrac Workstation System
https://www.adorama.com/tether-tools-aerotrac-workstation-system-mounting-hardware/p/ttatws

Flashpoint eVOLV S200 Stick Flash Head
https://www.adorama.com/flashpoint-evolv-s200-stick-flash-head-godox-ads200-200ws-ttl/p/fplfevs200

Flashpoint 4.7" Standard Reflector for eVOLV 200 
https://www.adorama.com/flashpoint-ad-s2-standard-reflector-streaklight-ad360-evolv-200/p/fpbdmsl

Flashpoint StreakLight Honey Comb / Color Filter Set 
https://www.adorama.com/flashpoint-streaklight-honeycomb-color-filter-set-godox-ad-s11-fphcsl/p/fphcsl

Flashpoint 20" Quick Sliding Leg C-Stand 
https://www.adorama.com/flashpoint-20-inch-quick-sliding-leg-c-stand-kit-pro/p/fplscl20kb

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https://www.instagram.com/thegavinhoey

Model and MUA Charlotte
https://www.instagram.com/charlotte_ameliaax

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THANKS SO MUCH FOR WATCHING!

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## Tags

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