Using a flash with flowers - indoors

There is no secret to the fact that I adore photographing flowers, almost as much as people. Flowers are often easier subjects, they don't move (unless it's windy) and will stand or sit for hours, indeed days, without complaint. But when it's dark or very overcast, capturing beautiful flowers can be a little tricky. This is where using a flash, especially indoors really can be just a touch of magic.

spritz with a little water

Case Study - Red Ranunculus

I put together a case study with some dark red Ranunculus. They seemed to match perfectly with my favourite dark and moody style. You could easily use roses, peonies or even dahlias for this type of shoot as well. The only limit is what flowers are available to you.

upturned is pretty too

I put together a little video explaining my settings and set up for this shot

Gear used

• Dark Charcoal paper Backdrop

• Timber table

• Flowers

• Scrim or diffuser

• Godox AD200Pro Speedlight (on a light stand) - power 1/64

• Godox X1 Trigger

• Sony a7Riii

• Tamron 28-75mm lens

Camera Settings

• White Balance 5600K

• Spot Metering

• Auto Focus

• f/5.0

• ISO200

• shutter speed 1/125 seconds

• focal length 35mm

A light mist with water makes flowers look just-picked fresh

Interested in learning more about capturing Fine Art Florals with flash? Why not check out my self-paced online class - Fine Art Florals