It was a quiet afternoon during the pandemic when photographer James Quantz Jr. found himself in his studio, staring at his softboxes and wondering how to bring a new edge to his lighting setups. Armed with foam core and a vision, James began experimenting, and the result was nothing short of revolutionary: Pro Light Mods.

Revolutionizing Background Lighting

Rather than modifying the light hitting your subject, Pro Light Mods can turn your softboxes into creative background lighting that resembles the look of stadium lights or Hollywood-style light banks.

We've all seen those striking sports images that look like they were taken under massive stadium lights. Traditionally, achieving such a look would require renting expensive HMI lights or compositing in post. But with Pro Light Mods, you can create this stunning setup directly in-camera with the softboxes you already own.

Versatile and Easy to Use

Pro Light Mods are blackout baffles that attach to the front of your softboxes, similar to an egg crate grid, with projection holes that vary by size. Depending on your modifier size, you can have between 3 to 12 projection holes to create a variety of background lighting looks. Available in 6 sizes and 4 different shapes, these mods offer versatility for sports, fashion, entertainment, and commercial shoots.

Each Light Mod is designed to fit Westcott Rapid Box Switch softboxes and third-party softboxes. The sizes include 2x3 and 3x4 rectangular, 3x3 square, 1x3 and 1x4 strip, and an Octa 36 for 36” octaboxes and the Beauty Dish Switch.

Use them with strobes or constant lights for dramatic background lighting options. Experiment with multiple looks by rotating your softbox, adding color gels, or using artificial smoke. James Quantz Jr. highlights the positive reactions from customers, noting, “These mods allow you to make stunning images directly in-camera that enhance your photoshoots and the on-set experience for your clients and talent.”

A Partnership in Innovation

Recognizing the potential of his creation, James partnered with Westcott in 2023 to bring Pro Light Mods to a broader market. This collaboration not only enhanced the product’s quality and availability but also ensured that photographers worldwide could access top-tier manufacturing, supply, and customer support.

Who Can Benefit from Pro Light Mods?

Pro Light Mods have applications across various genres of photography and video. Sports photographers find them indispensable for capturing dynamic athlete portraits. Portrait photographers can offer a unique lighting setup for little league and high school sessions. High fashion and commercial photographers will appreciate the modern background they create.

Imagine using Pro Light Mods during a wedding shoot, with the dramatic lighting effect adding a magical touch to the couple's first dance. The possibilities are endless, limited only by your creativity. One of the coolest aspects of Pro Light Mods is achieving this stylized look directly in-camera, eliminating the need for Photoshop. This allows your creative team and talent to admire the photos on set immediately.

New Addition: Pro Light Mods Mini

Recently, a new "mini" version of Pro Light Mods was introduced. The Mini mods attach to the front of a light’s metal reflector, creating background effects that resemble smaller stage lights or stadium lighting. They give your strobe or LED lights a new purpose with minimal effort. They're available in 5", 7", and 11" sizes, adding even more flexibility to your lighting toolkit.

Get Your Pro Light Mods Today

Pro Light Mods are available on Westcott's website and authorized resellers. Elevate your lighting game and unleash your creativity with Pro Light Mods. Transform your softboxes into powerful tools for stunning imagery and captivating video production.

Visit fjwestcott.com/prolightmods to learn more and get your Pro Light Mods today.