i roughly followed this tutorial here: http://lightandpixels.com/2008/11/14...iy-beauty-dish this is a light modifier frequently used in fashion shoots. these can cost anywhere from $160-$250 and are usually only made for studio strobes. since i am such a big fan of hotshoe flashes, these wouldn't work for me. the parts list includes a large shallow bowl, 5" hard plastic door guard, 3.75" convex mirror bought at an auto parts store, gutter connector, piece of aluminum strapping for the mount, and a few random nuts and bolts. you can't see the mirror because it is facing the flash to force the light all the way around the dish, softening it. i have yet to really test it, but i'll be tweaking it for sure.

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benjamin

Originally Posted by PhatheadWRX

result looks pretty good, and that's a great sized dish. Do you trigger with wireless ETTL?

yes, i usually use ettl, but i plan on buying some cybersyncs soon, but it won't alter the flash position.

benjamin

mine is not as pretty as yours but i enjoy the desired effect. i bet a second go at it, i'd be happier. for what it cost to build, i just might. diy home depot beauty dish.

Cool Migs! Love the picture with the hat.

thanks! i was a bit hesitant to throw pics up because everyone here is so damned talented.