- $27
Afraid of the Dark: Intro to Off-Camera Flash
- Course
- 1 Lesson
If flash feels confusing, overly technical, or like something everyone else understands except you...you’re not alone.
You’ve just never had it explained in a way that actually makes sense.
Afraid of the Dark is where that changes.
This isn’t a deep dive or a gear-heavy breakdown.
It’s a clear, no-BS introduction to off-camera flash, so you can finally understand what you’re doing and stop relying on “good light” to get the shot.
In 45 minutes, you’ll go from avoiding flash…
to actually knowing how to use it.
One lesson.
Straight through.
No overwhelm.
Just the fundamentals you need to start creating with flash.
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Let’s just say it. You avoid flash.
Not because you don’t need it.
Because it feels complicated, unfamiliar… and honestly, a little intimidating.
So you stay where it’s safe.
Golden hour.
Window light.
“Good conditions.”
And when the light disappears?
You hesitate.
You guess.
You can just "fix it" later in editing.
Afraid of the Dark isn’t a deep dive.
It’s not a gear-heavy masterclass.
It’s the moment you finally understand the thing you’ve been avoiding.
In 45 minutes, you’ll go from:
“I have no idea where to start with flash”
to:
“Wait… this actually makes sense.”
NO FLUFF. NO OVERCOMPLICATING. NO GATEKEEPING
This is for you if:
You feel confident… until the light disappears
You rely on “good lighting” to get the shot
You’ve avoided flash because it feels overwhelming
You know this is the gap in your skillset
This is not for you if:
you are wanting advanced lighting setups
complex gear breakdowns
You’re attached to calling yourself a “natural light photographer”
You’d rather avoid flash than figure it out
You think better gear will fix what you don’t understand yet
In this class, you’ll learn:
What off camera flash actually is and why you would use it
The basic gear you need to get started
The difference between TTL and Manual
What channels and groups mean in plain language
How flash and ambient light work together
What your settings are really doing when flash is involved
How to start using one light without overcomplicating it
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How modifiers change the look of your light
About me
I’m Chloe Ramirez, a California based photographer and educator.
For a long time, I avoided flash.
Not because I didn’t care about lighting.
But because every time I tried to learn it, it felt overly complicated. Like there was this gap between what people were saying and what I actually needed to understand to use it.
So I stayed in natural light. I worked around it. I made it work.
Until I couldn’t anymore.
There were moments where the light wasn’t good, the location didn’t cooperate, or I had an idea in my head that natural light alone couldn’t create. And that was the shift. I realized I didn’t just want to work with light… I wanted control over it.
When flash finally clicked for me, it changed everything. Not just technically, but creatively. I stopped waiting for the “right” light and started building it.
Now, I teach lighting in a way that actually makes sense. Not overly technical. Not overwhelming. Just clear, usable, and grounded in how photographers really shoot.
This class is the version of what I wish I had when I was starting.
Because once you understand it, everything opens up.
Off Camera Flash Made Easy
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45 minutes video of clear, focused learning.
A strong foundation you can build on right away.
Simple. Direct.
Made to help you finally feel comfortable picking up flash.
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Frequently asked questions
You've got questions. We've got answers.
Is this class for beginners?
Yes. This class was made for beginners or photographers who have dabbled in flash but still feel confused by it.
Do I need expensive gear?
No. This class is designed to help you understand the basics first, even if your setup is simple.
Do you cover more than one light or is it only one light setups?
I start with one light so you can build a solid foundation.
Then I introduce multi light setups in a simple, approachable way so you can understand how to expand without getting overwhelmed.
What kind of photography is this for?
If you photograph people, this applies.
Couples, families, branding, editorial. The fundamentals of light don’t change.
Do I get lifetime access?
Yes. You can revisit it anytime as you practice and grow.