3 Coffee Shop Lighting Setups with Jonny Edward

Join portrait photographer and creative educator Jonny Edward on location at Subjective Coffee as he breaks down three dynamic lighting setups that blend natural light, ambient interior light, and strobe in creative, intentional ways. In this energized and insightful session, Jonny deconstructs his approach to on-location lighting—sharing how he reads a space, shapes his light, and builds expressive portraits that balance artistry and technique. Jonny Edward is an internationally renowned photographer, art director, and creative educator based in Denver, Colorado, though he works and creates globally. Through the medium of photography and poetic interplay of light and shadow, Jonnydeftly crafts captivating visual narratives that celebrate authenticity and embolden individuality. Compelled by the magic and diversity of humanity, Jonny strives to imbue his art with an intangible yet unmistakable essence of genuine, heartfelt connection rooted in love, gratitude, and inclusivity. As an educator, Jonny aspires to empower fellow photographers to bring their singular visions to life with the skills, perspective, and confidence to shine creatively as brightly as possible. Video Chapters: 00:00 Introduction: Layering Natural, Ambient & Strobe Light 01:52 Evaluating Natural Light & Setting Base Exposure 04:23 Controlling Problem Ambient Light (Neon Spill) 06:03 Finalizing Ambient Exposure Before Adding Strobe 07:33 Setup 1: Soft Strobe Fill with 65" Umbrella 12:01 Results: Soft, Organic Commercial Portraits 16:56 Setup 2: Beauty Dish + Grid for Moody Key Light 23:20 Results: Cinematic High-Contrast Portraits 24:46 Setup 3: 5' Octa Key + AD200 Hair Light (Vintage Look) 31:25 Results: Layered Cinematic Portrait Lighting SUBSCRIBE AND BE PART OF THE ADORAMA FAMILY: ➥ https://www.youtube.com/user/adoramaTV __________________________________ Be the first to shop our great deals and sales by signing up for emails from Adorama! https://www.adorama.com/MyAccount/Login 🔷 Save 5% Every Day† or Special Financing* On purchases of $199+ with the Adorama Edge Credit Card. Learn More: https://www.adorama.com/g/adorama-credit. __________________________________ ✘ GEAR USED: Lights & Modifiers Flashpoint XPLOR 600 PRO R2 TTL All-in-One Outdoor Flash, Godox AD600Pro Witstro https://www.adorama.com/fplfx600ptb.html Flashpoint XP-600 Pro Extension Head for XPLOR 600 Pro / AD600Pro Flash Head, Godox H600P https://www.adorama.com/fplfxp600p.html Flashpoint XPLOR Power 1200 Pro R2 TTL Flash and Pack Kit With High-Capacity Battery 36V, 5200mAh (Godox AD1200 Pro) https://www.adorama.com/fplfx1200khb.html Flashpoint eVOLV 200 Pro II TTL Pocket Flash With Round Head Pro Kit https://www.adorama.com/fplfev200p22.html Glow EZ Lock Octa Quick XXL Softbox With Bowens Mount (60") https://www.adorama.com/glsbez60octa.html Glow 22" White Beauty Dish for Bowens Mount https://www.adorama.com/glbd22wbo.html Glow Honeycomb Grid for 22" Beauty Dish - 40 deg https://www.adorama.com/glbdg2240.html Glow Easy Lock X-Large Deep White Fiberglass Umbrella (65") https://www.adorama.com/gluel65bw.html Glow Easy Lock 65" Translucent Umbrella Diffuser https://www.adorama.com/gluel65d.html Grip Flashpoint 10' C (Century) Light Stand on Turtle Base Kit w/40" Grip Arm & 2 Gobo Heads and Baby Pin - Chrome https://www.adorama.com/fplsc.html Flashpoint 86" Telescopic Boom Arm, Chrome-Plated https://www.adorama.com/fplsba.html Kupo 24x36" Full Frame Flag, Black Denim https://www.adorama.com/kukg093911.html Camera | Lenses | Accessories Sony Alpha a7R IV Mirrorless Camera (V2) https://www.adorama.com/isoa7r4n.html Viltrox LAB Series AF 35mm f/1.2 Lens for Sony E https://www.adorama.com/vt3512soe.html Flashpoint R2 Nano Pro Touchscreen TTL Wireless Flash Trigger for Sony, Godox X3Pro S https://www.adorama.com/fprrr2nanops.html ✘ PRODUCTION EQUIPMENT USED: Camera | Lenses Sony Alpha a7 IV Mirrorless Camera https://www.adorama.com/isoa7m4.html Sigma 35mm f/1.2 DG II Art Lens for Sony E https://www.adorama.com/sg3512dgsoe.html #jonnyedward #lightingtutorial #adorama __________________________________ ❐ LET'S GET SOCIAL ❏ ➥ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@adoramanyc ➥ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/adorama/ ➥ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/adorama/ ➥ X https://x.com/adorama ➥ Discord https://www.adorama.com/discord ❐ MORE ADORAMA ❏ ➥ Shop https://www.adorama.com/ ➥ Blog https://www.adorama.com/alc/ ➥ Adorama Events https://www.youtube.com/@AdoramaEvents __________________________________ More of Jonny Edward Website: https://www.jonnyedward.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonnycreative/ __________________________________ THANKS SO MUCH FOR WATCHING!