Introduction
Setting the stage: Flash macro shoot
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1. A Macro of "Sticky" the Frog
Fixing the background and adding on-camera flash
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Lighting the shot with a small softbox and some foil
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Refining the exposure
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Lighting notebook: Flash macro
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2. A Blacksmith in His Shop
Setting the stage: The blacksmith shop
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Exploring the shop and lighting setup
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Taking the initial shots
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Refining the shot
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Shoot once, use many times
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Lighting notebook: Blacksmith shop
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3. Portrait of the Blacksmith
The initial lighting setup and exposure goals
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Refining the lighting and exposure
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Final lighting refinements before the shoot
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Taking the final shots
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Lighting notebook: Blacksmith portrait
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4. Bonus Chapter: A Photo Meetup with a Purpose
Creating a body of work in one day
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