How to Use Two Lights to Create On‑Trend Hard Light in Product Photography

Lighting can transform an ordinary photo into something powerful and memorable.
n this post, I’ll walk you through the process behind my newest video tutorial — where I show how to use two lights to create a bold, filled hard light setup for modern product photography.

1️⃣ The Concept
Why hard light is trending right now — and how it helps reveal texture and shadow in clean, minimal compositions.

2️⃣ The Setup
Using vinyl backgrounds, a simple tabletop setup, camera on tripod, and two lights: one as the main source, the other as a fill to control the contrast.

3️⃣ One vs. Two Lights
Side‑by‑side examples showing how an additional light changes reflections, texture, and overall feel.

4️⃣ The Results
More depth, shape, and professional polish — all from a simple small‑studio setup.

5️⃣ Watch and Learn
Catch the full step‑by‑step video tutorial on my YouTube channel