So, now that I've decided to but some studio equipment, I thought I'd get a head start on learning all about that domain. I've been doing tons of reading, researching, watching and listening - Here is a catalogue of some of the sites and resources I have run across that I found very very useful.

Websites

• Flickr - Any type of image you want to see, just search lickr for inspiration.

Videos

• Stuido Lighting .Net - Great resource with very informative and easy to understand videos.
• Confessions Of a Photographer - Bert Stephani's Blog where he takes you along on some of his photo shoots. I love the way he uses small strobes to get the desired effects, even in bright sunlight... AMAZING work!!
• Stuido Lighting Tutorials - YouTube - Very informative, and builds up from the basics.
• Strobist - Great, Great resource for any photographer. They occasionally post videos.
• Tips from the top floor - Everything from basic setups to DIY to contests, this is the site that got me hooked on photography.

Articles

• Strobist - Great, Great resource for any photographer. Tons of articles with everything from setups, to DIY, to behind the scenes with other photographers.
• Interior Lighting with Multiple Strobes - Behind the scenes with tips and tricks on how to create stunning magazine quality indoor shots.
• Lighting Essentials - Great website with diagrams and videos on how to setup your lighting to obtain the shot you are looking for.

Blogs

• Strobist - Again, a great resource for any photographer with a new article almost everyday.
• Confessions Of a Photographer - Bert Stephani's Blog where he takes you along on some of his photoshoots.
• Derrick Rice Photography - Local Ottawa photographer, with great blog, and lots of talent. Love his work.
• Byron Brydges Photography -Another local Ottawa talent, who's blog I love visiting. I get a lot of good inspiration from his work.

Product Reviews

• SB-800 Review
• Alien Bees Stuido Lights - Unboxing, critique and taking them apart.
• Another Alien Bees Review

There are probably tons more sites that I've been to, and when I get a chance, I'll try to keep this list updated.