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karaktacus
Right... I need to ask a question... I'm going to be photograhing a load of wrinkley old folks, and i need to know how to light it to really emphasize the wrinkles... any suggestions?
>> heavyweather !4AIf7oXcbA
If possible, try not to use a super-diffuse lightsource, like a softbox if you're in a studio, or an overcast day if you're outside.

Sidelighting the subject will really emphasize the wrinkles. Basically don't frontlight them, as it will wipe out a lot of the details in the shadows.
>> karaktacus
would a flashgun against the wall behind me work... with a mini-softbox over it? (I'm shooting at somebody's home, so I can't take much.
With regards to sidelighting... diffused or hard?
>> heavyweather !4AIf7oXcbA
Is it absolutely essential that this portrait be taken in Mr. Soandso's favorite armchair or what have you? Try to use available light if you can, it's almost always more flattering and artistic.

If you're completely forced to use a flash (and I don't see why a well-placed lamp or other light source wouldn't cut it), try bouncing it off the ceiling for nice even lighting, or against a large white piece of cardboard or something else that can serve as a bounce fill that's off to one side.
>> karaktacus
clever me didn't read your response properly
Thanks.