These are just a few of the video shoots that i’ve worked on recently and the one thing that is always on set is the Diva Ring Light. I first recommended it to my client Chalene Johnson five years ago and since then everyone has asked how we create her gorgeous beauty lighting that you see in all her programs like Marketing Impact Academy, Smart Success, 30 Day Push, Instagram Impact and her newest program, Creative Confidence Club. Keep reading to find out how you can get your own Ring Light at a discount plus free shipping!
The number 1 reason why I love this lighting system is because it’s BEAUTIFUL! If you look carefully at many of the beauty and fashion bloggers out there, you may have noticed the tell-tale sign that they are using a ring light because of the “catch light”. You literally see a beautiful ring reflection in the eyes. I’ve worked on many fashion photo shoots for editorials, designers, websites, fashion shows, etc. and many of the times the photographer will use a Ring Flash. I love both because I love beauty lighting. There’s many types of lighting styles and configurations out there but my personal style favors true beauty lighting. I love that slightly over blown, even, all around lighting that helps to enhance the face by eliminating dark shadows and even makes the skin look smoother and softer without any photoshop or post production magic! The right lighting will do that!
You know what I strongly dislike? Tradtional 3 point lighting.
I know it’s what everyone learns in lighting 101 whether you’re a photographer, videographer, lighting tech or just a really nosey makeup artist turned lighting expert. Yes, I get hired not just for my makeup and styling skills because now i’ve become a lighting ninja! My clients hire me because they totally trust that I will insure that they will look their absolute best and that goes way beyond just what I do with makeup and wardrobe. It’s what I do afterwards, before we start shooting as their personal eyes behind the camera to make sure the lighting is just right. The photo above of Oprah and my boyfriend Justin (I call him J.T.) are photos that I took off my TV so please excuse the bad glare. This was from Oprah’s Master Class series with Justin Timberlake and it showed the perfect illustration of beauty lighting on Ms. O and traditional 3 point lighting on my boyfriend. Notice the difference in how even Oprah’s lighting is all around her face. Look at the configuration of how they set up her lighting and the beautiful glowy effect it creates. Now notice my boyfriend’s lighting. See how dramatic it is. Look at the shadows that are purposely created on him especially on the (camera) right side of the photo. Look at the difference in the under eye areas on Oprah compared to J.T. There’s quite a bit of difference in their ages but it’s the very different type of lighting that is used for the same episode show but let’s face it on a man, oh and what a hunky talented man my boyfriend is….you can get away with creating such dramatic shadows and purposely adding it in especially for this particular show, Master Class where he’s just telling his life story. Now personally, as a woman who is now in her 40’s, I want beauty lighting no matter what i’m shooting! I want to look my best and it makes me feel more confident about creating my own videos when I find myself now stepping out from behind the camera and in front!
Earlier this year I contacted the amazing creator of the Diva Ring Light and together we created this amazing set that now comes with everything you need to get started to have perfect lighting for your own videos. I work with so many business owners, entrepreneurs and social media gurus who are putting more and more of their own content out there on the web whether it’s for your blogs, vlogs, youtube, website, Facebook, Instagram or Pinterest. How you present yourself to align with your brand is so important!
I’ve only shared the info about the Ring Light this past summer with my personal accountability groups, coaching clients and of course the clients that hire me for their shoots. I’m so excited that I can share it publicly now! Here is the link for the lighting set that comes with everything you need including the Diva Ring Light with the brightness dimmer, color temperature control, the stand , smart phone holder, AC power cord, padded carrying case and the modeling mirror which is perfect if you create beauty videos or you just want to quickly check yourself for shine, to see if there’s anything in your teeth or to see if your lips need a touch up!
https://coachglitter.com/DivaRingLight
I know that this lighting system will be a total game changer for you if you are utilizing online marketing to leverage your brand and/or your products! You are going to feel so much more confident in how you look and present yourself which will result in you putting more and more of your amazing content out there to share with the world! All of my friends and clients totally trust me when it comes to helping them look their best and now i’m so excited to share this with everyone!
Muah! xoxo!
Tiffany, aka CoachGlitter 🙂
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Thank you Tiffany! I’m so excited to order this set! I’ve been thinking about it ever since I heard Chalene mention it on her podcast! I’m a brand new entrepreneur and so excited to be heading toward building a professional brand.
In gratitude,
Amy 🙂
Bought this as a Christmas gift for myself! Can’t wait till it arrives <3
What kind of camera do you use?
I bought my diva lighting system but, I haven’t set it up yet. I work in retail and it’s our busy season however, it’s almost over. yeah! I was wondering what camera you recommend or use? AND, are you as gung-ho about iPhones as Chalene is? I have a Samsung. I don’t know if I should get an iPhone and purchase Apple products or upgrade my Samsung and go with the new Windows computer/tablet. Thoughts?
I’d appreciate your reply. I know you’re a very busy glitter girl but, I’d love your thoughts on this.
Thank you so much.
Happy New Year,
Kelly Gordon
I’m an Apple junkie! I shoot my quickie videos with my iPhone5 which i’ll soon be upgrading to the 6 & I use a MAC Book Pro for most of my work although I do have 2 other PC Laptops.
Thanks!!
I am getting ready to purchase this via your discount code (Thank YOU). Can I use the mount that comes with this for my iphone 6+?
Good questions Dy Ann! I’m honestly not sure that the new mega sized smart phones will fit in the mount that it comes with. I don’t have one myself but taking a guess I think it will be close & could work.
So I was totally ready to purchase it tonight!!! Gosh darn it!! This is what I get for waiting…. it’s sold out 🙁 Oh well, I’ll wait until they get more in…hopefully, very soon! Thank you for keeping us in the loop on such great biz tools! *fingers crossed* on it coming in soon 🙂
Don’t cha worry Melodee! I will let everyone know as soon as they are back in stock hopefully within the next 2-3 weeks. I don’t shoot my videos without one!
Hi! I would LOVE to purchase this set – any update on when you think it’ll be back in stock?? Thanks!
Hi Giana! It’s going to be about 2-3 weeks. I’m in touch with the owners so as soon as they are back I will post the update! Thanks for the great question!
They are back in stock now!
What camera settings do you use? I have purchased this light and I can’t quite seem to get a good video without me appearing washed out.
I use an iPhone which has no camera settings. If you look washed out you have the light turned up too high and/or it’s too close to you. If you’re using a dslr, you can control the settings to whatever you want. Probably just need to brush up on how your camera works in that case.
Thanks so much for the information, I got mine today. You are amazing!!
Does it have to be 18inches or is 14inches ok?
Great post!
I just ordered the Stellar Diva Ring Light, can’t wait to start using it and apply all the tips you share on SM, thank you Coach Glitter!! 🙂
Coach Glitter! I didn’t know we shared the same boyfriend…gosh that Justin sure does get around. 🙂
I’m a hairstylist who works in a poorly lit salon. Do you think this light would work well as a back light to brighten my work space, and do you know if the light reflected in the mirror would be blinding to the client?
Thank you for sharing your knowledge!
The ring light is amazing for video or photos but way too bright as well as expensive to use as a daily light source. I’d for sure look into a great lamp or two or track lighting for this. Oh & i’m not sharing JT! 😉
Can I put the Diva Ring Light on the same stand that the glamcor light uses??
Hey Coach Glitter!
I love your video, and totally agree that the light makes a BIG difference! I’m wondering how you lit your white background? I thought that the Diva light might have lit it, but when you turned it off, it looks there was an additional light in the back. Was that another Diva light in the back? Sorry if this is a silly question!
That’s not a silly question at all! The background is lit using a pair of Lotus lights. White backdrops are the TOUGHEST to light and also require post-editing clean up to get it as white as possible although in this video you can see we did still have some minor discolorations. You have to treat your background as the 2nd subject and it usually requires additional lights if you’re using a white backdrop which is why I usually use a natural setting somewhere in my house during the day whenever possible in a brightly lit room and the Diva Ring Light directly in front of me. I have a separate blog about the Lotus Lights. https://coachglitter.com/lotuslights/
Hi Tiffany! I remember seeing your name pop up as makeup artist on some BeachBody related items and randomly I ended up at your page searching for the reveals on the IT Cosmetics TSV – ha! My daughter who is 11 just started doing some unboxing and ballet related videos for her own YouTube channel and we have struggled with the lighting situation in our home! We have lights we have tried to set up but just haven’t had good or ideal results. This is exactly what I had been looking for – and I totally agree with you on this vs the 3pt lighting – which is what I almost got! Thanks for sharing the code that really helps! When I get my bonus I think I will purchase this for my daughter as a birthday present. She’ll be so excited!
Thank you! I just bought through your link and coupon code. Can’t wait. WooHoo 🙂
I shoot my videos in my basement where I have the overhead flours want bulbs. I always have this horrible glare in my videos. Will the ring light help this??
Just purchased mine yesterday after thinking about it for a YEAR!!! lol….now I it can’t stop checking the UPS website. So…..how long does it take to be delivered? CAN.NOT.WAIT!
Can I use this light with an iPhone to shoot rather than camera?
Absolutely! That’s exactly what I do. I don’t even own a DSLR.
Hi! I ran across this older blog post and would love to purchase the Stellar lighting system. The link takes me to the system, but looks like it’s sold out. Any idea when it will be back in stock? Thanks so much!
I just checked the link (http://www.stellarlightingsystems.com/stellar-diva-18-cel-r18c-ring-light-w-dimmer-photo-stand/) and it’s currently in stock for the U.S./Canada/Mexico voltage!
Hi! Great blog and great info! Do you think this would work for live streaming with a webcam? Also, I saw you mention in another comment that the light could be too close if you appear washed out. What minimum amount of space would you recommend? Thanks in advance!!