In traditional lighting, the three-point lighting is normally used.It consists of a key light, a fill light, and a back light for even illumination.
Key light-Brightest and main source of lighting for a subject, creates the primary shadows, the key light is also the strongest light which helps to illuminate the subject.
Back light-The light falls on a performer from behind which makes it easier to differentiate the subject from the background, it illuminates the subject from behind and can also be called a rim light
Top lighting-Main source of lighting comes from above which essentially makes the subject look more alluring as it emphasizes the features.
Types of lighting
High key lighting-More bright areas than shadows, also aims to reduce the contrast in a scene. It creates a light mood.
Filler lights-Help to lessen shadows that are created by other lights.
Jona you have shown that you undeerstand the different forms of lighting techniques, however you must now aim to deepen your level of understanding by analysising a film extract showing that you can identify differnt lighting techniques. You must also explain how you intend to use lighting in your own production.
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