Light is one of the most important aspects of photography. Light can be a photographer’s best friend and so is the need to understand the concept of lighting pretty well.
If you are beginner or learning to give that perfect feel to your photography, don’t worry, here are some great tips to make your photography an easier experience.
- Avoid direct lighting – if you take a direct picture then the flash will leave the resultant picture with reflection. The basic rule in Photography lighting to take picture in diffuse light. This will tend to be softer. While the on-camera flash is acceptable to use when there is no other option, they do not do much justice to portrait photography.
- To give a dramatic feel with your photograph, use direct light. While using direct, bright light, deep shadows on the subject will be produced that will create a dramatic impression on the subject. When such impressions are worked upon well then it gives an amazing looks to photography.
- Use of catch lights – catch light creates a very subtle impact on the image. Though it does not call out for attention but creates a deep impression. If you see any award winning portrait image, and you will see that the catch lights are clearly evident.
- Candid photography – for a friendly, candid portrait, set up lighting to be as simple as a lamp light or natural light. Position the subject very creatively and take the pictures that will result into visually appealing photography.
- Use of Slave Lights – another important light is the slave light. These are additional lights other than the main lights. Example of this light is back light, hair light etc.
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