Having spent some time as a professional photographer, Spencer is some what correct. Umbrella lighting is suited much better for photography application. That being said if you are under a budget and want more of a pro lighting kit lowell is a good place to start. If your budget is flexible than I would look into LED lights they give off no heat and are power efficient. On the opposite side of the coin is a Home Depot solution. In my studio I use the 4ft 2 bulb florescent shop fixtures with daylight balanced bulbs and for a key light I use a clamp light with compact florescent daylight balanced bulbs. My total lighting cost was $160.00. My studio is well lit and I didn't have to drag out my soft boxes or hot lights.