- Recommended prerequisite:
- M19
- 20.1The one-light portraitIn EnglishHow much can you do with one light?One light and a reflector are enough for most jobs.9 min
- 20.2Rembrandt lightingIn EnglishWhat is that little triangle on the cheek?Light at 45 degrees to the side and from above; a triangle of light on the shadowed cheek.9 min · visuals described in the audio version
- 20.3Butterfly lightingIn EnglishWhere does the butterfly shadow under the nose come from?The light is straight in front and above.9 min · visuals described in the audio version
- 20.4Loop and split lightingIn EnglishWhat does a light that splits the face in two say?Loop is soft and natural, split is dramatic and mysterious.9 min · visuals described in the audio version
- 20.5Clamshell lightingIn EnglishWhy are beauty photos so smooth?Key light above, fill below: a shadowless, glowing face.9 min
- 20.6Multi-light setupsIn EnglishWhat do a second and a third light add?Key light, fill light and back light.9 min
- 20.7Hair and rim lightIn EnglishWhy is the hair shining?Light from behind separates the subject from the background.9 min
- 20.8Choosing and lighting a backdropIn EnglishHow does the color of a backdrop change?Changing its tone by controlling the backdrop light separately.9 min
- 20.9Lighting ratios and the light meterIn EnglishHow do you measure the balance between lights?The ratio of key to fill light sets the mood.9 min
- 20.10Low key and high keyIn EnglishDark and dramatic, or bright and clean?The background and the lighting ratio set the atmosphere.9 min · visuals described in the audio version
- 20.11A home studioIn EnglishCan you set up a studio at home?A setup that works on a low budget, in a small space.9 min
Module project
Set up 5 classic lighting patterns and share each one with a lighting diagram.