This large umbrella maximizes the light output with the reflective silver lining. The use of the silver lined umbrella amps up the contrast and color vibrancy. Use the this big beautiful umbrella just like the professional photographers do for a high quality image and enormously soft light. The larger the light source in relation to the subject, the softer the quality of light. This umbrella will take your photographs to the next level of professionalism for the beginner's price. Made of high quality fiberglass rods that are strong enough to resist the use from even the most avid user. Despite the large opened size, this umbrella collapses to a compact size to take on location.