SUMMARY
A V-flat, a black-and-white board, offers five distinct uses for on-location photography. It can bounce light to act as a key light, be flipped to its black side for flagging or negative fill to add contrast and shadow structure, or serve as a backdrop. The black side can also create a gradient when lit, and both sides can be used together for high-key setups. Mastering the V-flat's versatility allows photographers to shape light more precisely with a single piece of equipment.
TAKEAWAYS
A V-flat replaces five separate lighting modifiers.
The white side bounces light, acting as a key light.
The black side can flag light or create negative fill to add contrast.
V-flats can also function as backdrops or be used for high-key setups.