Bolt VS-560N, User Manual

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Bouncing Your Flash
When bouncing your flash, you may need to adjust your exposure settings, since the level of light falling on
your subject will be reduced. The farther away the bounce surface and your subject are, the more illumination
will be reduced.
Tip: Bouncing your flash off of colored surfaces can create a color cast in your images. Bouncing off of a white
or neutral-colored surface will not alter the color of the light, while bouncing off of a gold-toned surface can
give portraits a warmer look. Other colors, while usually not desirable, can be used for creative effects.
Creating catchlights:
Catchlights are the reflections that appear in
people’s eyes in photographs. Without catchlights, eyes can have a
dull, lifeless look. To create catchlights in your subjects’ eyes when
bouncing your flash, follow these steps:
1. Position the flash head at the 90-degree angle (pointing straight
up) to bounce your flash off the ceiling or an overhead reflector.