LIGHTING TECHNIQUES

All pics were taken using 1/125 shutter speed, f5.6, iso 100 and white balance is 5500

learning about different lighting techniques in pairs, notes and pictures follow.






SET 1



Using a soft box at 45 degree, face height.
Use higher white balance on paler skin to give a warmer effect.

SET 2

Using a soft box above face height.

Gives a flattering look, where full face is lit.

SET 3

Using a soft box above face height with white board reflector opposite.

SET 4

Using a soft box behind and above face height with a sub tractor (blackboard facing subject). Gives a rim effect, this shows shadows and bone structure. Tip:- use over exposed.

SET 5

Using a soft box 45 degree behind and 45 degree at front above face height with sub tractor.

SET 6

Using a soft box in front above face height with 2 side sub tractors.

SET 7

Using a soft box above head height (top light) in wrong position with 2 sub tractors.

SET 8

Using a soft box above head in wrong position with two side sub tractors and a under face reflector.

SET 9

Using a soft box above head in wrong position with two side sub tractors, a reflector under the face and a back light (back lit).