Flash for beginners

[photostar_1]

I have acquired a Canon 430 EX flash gun (hubby's cast off) and although I have read the guide book, I think I really need a good guide to flash for beginners. I've tried searching the forum first, but came up with a blank.

Can anyone recommend a good book/course to help me get the best out of this gadget? There's not much point me putting it on the camera if I don't understand how to use it.

Thanks

 

[Matthew]

Canon EOS Flash Guide @ Photonotes.Org
Shorter Version @ Photography-On-The-Net
Www.Strobist.Blogspot.Com

All very helpful for off and on camera flash photography.

 

[alldone404]

I too would be very interested if anyone could suggest a Book or DVD. I have the same problem as Photostar 1.

Many thanks in advance.

 

[Matthew]

After a quick google search, i found this. Looks pretty good, hope it helps.

 

[AndyB]

There's a section in Practical Photography this month dedicated to using flash creatively. It's worth a read if you're not sure about how to use a flash.

 

[Janice]

Another one HERE if you like.

 

[photostar_1]

Blimey....thanks everyone!

There is enough here to keep me busy reading for a month .... I really appreciate the help....now forgive me if I'm not around much over the next few weeks whilst I get though all this.

 

[ab$olut]

http://www.strobist.blogspot.com/ best flash site on the net

 

[alldone404]

Thanks Guys. I have bought copy of 'Practical Photography' and that certainly covers most things. The web sites you have suggested are also very informative. Again may thanks indeed.

 

[madferrit]

The Canon EOS Flash guide as suggested by Matthew is a must read. I would highly recommend that.