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I have read through the forum and others, spent weeks of my life (at least it would appear so to my family) watching videos etc and trawling ebay/amazon/wex and more.

Like many my budget is small to start with having already spent what is to me a fortune on accessories and a few one day courses witch have sent by bank card into hiding as I learn more and want to do more.

I have seen lots of kits starting at £100 and up that give some of what I believe I need but not all

Can any one take a look and tell me what is essential what is not and recommend budget minded sources for such

So far I have on my list for kit

Soft box with honey comb grid (detachable) possible 2 750w
Umbrella reflector with removable back cover - seen one at £25
Backdrop support with black, white and chroma muslin not vinyl back drops
hot shoe or hot shoes for flash
and seen some triggers on ebay that look like old fashion flash cubes that have been recommended by a photographer at goingdigital
folding 5 way reflector around 10 -25 pounds

Many thanks for your comments and input folk
 
Hi Liz,

You may generate more responses if you remove the 'NSFW' (Not Safe For Work) tag on the thread title.

Personally I would advise that you get what you pay for. Cheap Ebay lights and softboxes usually give inconsistent results and the grids are just for show. I use Elinchrom but you are going to be looking at over £1000 to get started.

Have a look HERE at the Lencarta site. You can easily get started for under £500.
 
May I suggest that you google strobist 101 and have a good read of the tutorials, it might give you a different view of what you can do on a budget.
 
Don't rule out what can be achieved with a few high powdered flash guns can get 3 yongnuo 560,s for £120
 
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