The "Ice Light" is a fantastic versitile portable light used in still and moving photography. The Westcott Ice Light is a dimmable, 5,200-5,400K LED source. The first thing is that it resembles a 20.25" baton or perhaps wand is more appropriate given the soft light magic that the Ice Light conjures. Hold it as close as you want to your subject; the closer you get the more Ice Light's wrap-around quality of light becomes evident. Since it's virtually heat-free you never have to worry about injuring the talent or damaging the set. The following video gives a general run down on how it works.
The Power comes from a built-in battery that will run for 60 minutes on a 2.5 hour charge. And at 100-240V AC, you can charge it anywhere there's electricity. There's a 1/4"-20 tap at each end to mount the Ice Light to a light stand or other accessory. The Ice Light comes with gel clips, battery power/charger cord and carry case with shoulder and belt straps. It is quite costly, around $500 Australian dollars but if you have that as spare change, it is well worth the purchase as there are so many uses for it.
The light produces soft daylight balance and can be used indoor or out. The light can even be used in the shot itself as the following image shows.
Photo by: Jerry Ghionis
There are also stands that the lights can be attached to.
Photo by: Andrew Funderburg
The light can even be used for a painting with light effect. This is very useful for interior situations with low lighting conditions. Also, those arty type of photographers would enjoy using this to paint with light at locations such as warehouses, abandoned buildings and street scenes. It can be combined with other lighting equipment such as torches and various led lighting systems.
Photo by: The Westcott Team
So if you are looking for a piece of equipment to add to your kit that is portable and easy to use, then maybe a Ice Light is just for you.
Photo by: Jim Schmelzer
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