3. Watch the Catchlights
That sparkle in the eyes? It’s called a catchlight — and it brings portraits to life. Position your key light where it reflects nicely in the eyes.
3. Watch the Catchlights
That sparkle in the eyes? It’s called a catchlight — and it brings portraits to life. Position your key light where it reflects nicely in the eyes.
2. Soft vs. Hard Light
Soft light (like from a softbox or cloudy sky) gives smooth shadows and flattering skin tones.
Hard light (like direct sun or a bare bulb) adds strong contrast and texture.
2. Soft vs. Hard Light
Soft light (like from a softbox or cloudy sky) gives smooth shadows and flattering skin tones.
Hard light (like direct sun or a bare bulb) adds strong contrast and texture.
1. Light Direction Matters
Front light flattens features (great for beauty), side light adds depth (perfect for portraits), and backlight creates drama or silhouettes.
1. Light Direction Matters
Front light flattens features (great for beauty), side light adds depth (perfect for portraits), and backlight creates drama or silhouettes.