After getting a dimmable ring light, the next stop is to use it properly,with 8+ years experience in this industry,Please let Nanliu give you some notes.


The light is mounted on a stand and usually placed directly in front of the subject. The camera or cellphone is then placed either in the empty space within the ring, or slightly further back from the ring. In this arrangement, the light seems to come from all directions around the camera/cellphone’s lens. This produces a pleasing shadowless soft light.


Most often a ring light will be used for a close or medium shot of the subject.


If the ring light is used on its own, and the subject is close to a backdrop or wall, they may appear to be outlined by a halo shadow around their edge.


To create an even more interesting effect, place a pair of bright lights behind the subject but off to each side, so they are out of shot. This will produce a nice hair light effect, which can be improved further by using a colored gel is used.


If you have a particularly powerful ring light and your walls are painted white, why not turn the ring light around and bounce the light off the wall and ceiling? This will produce an even softer light, although you may also need some other light source in the room.


If you are using your webcam to record your video, take the ring light off the light stand and place it on your desk. You will need to prop it up, so it is secure.


Do not wear glasses when using a ring light, assuming you are the subject. Ring lights are famous for the catchlights they produce in the eyes of the subject. When you wear glasses the bright ring of light will be prominently reflected by the lenses. 


Hope you enjoy the moment when you use the ring light,we are sure you will have a wonderful time.