Multiple Speedlight Setup Question

[CapturedGrace]

I currently own a Nikon D7000 and 3 speedlights, an SB-600, SB-700 and an SB-900. I have played around with using them remotely some, but not a lot (mostly due to time constraints). I was wondering if anyone had some tips (diagrams welcomed) on the best positioning for these speedlights when shooting outdoor portraits. I realize this is somewhat subjective considering every location will a slightly different setup, but a general idea would be greatly appreciated. I do have tripods, but no umbrellas or softboxes.

Thanks in advance for the help.

[zona5101]

the basic would be a fill, a main and a rim or hairlight. the position of your main will depend on how you place your subject and what you are trying to accomplish. For example, short or broad lighting - Rembrandt, loop, etc.
A good starting point would be the light at a 45 degree from camera (either left or right)and elevated above the subject pointing down at 45 degrees. Your fill on the opposite side. Calculate your power/exposure on the main and determine the fill. Oh except your shooting ettl so you can just let the electronics figure it out I suppose.

[APhotoSchool]

There are tons of setups that can work, but I would say to use a flash behind for a ring light, one off the side at 45 degrees or so for a main light, an one pretty much head-on for a little fill to help deal with shadows.

Just a thought, play around with them and you'll get something great!