The HiLite Shapers and Masks includes three opaque black panels that hang on the front of the HiLite background. The shapers allow the photographer maximum control of the width of the strip of light leaving the HiLite softbox. Alternatively, the photographer can split the light into two strips on either side of the shaper panel. Each position offers a different lighting effect on the subject allowing the photographer to be as creative as they wish. This set also includes three optional masks, which attach to the top and the sides of the HiLite. These ensure no light is spilled from the top or the sides of the HiLite giving the photographer complete control especially when shooting in small spaces. The shapers attach to the Hilite very easily. They are supplied with a collapsible aluminium pole that simply clips to the top of the HiLite and the shapers then hang from the pole. To ensure maximum stability two specially designed HiLite sand bags are included which sit over the lower HiLite rods.