Ambient Light refers to any form of light that the photographer didn’t add to their image. It can be “natural” ambient sunlight or “artificial” ambient light such as a nearby lamp, street light, or similar. Unfortunately, some...
Cinematography and photography are two-dimensional mediums by definition. Great cinematographers and photographers, on the other hand, make use of light to create three-dimensional effects. The rim light is one of the instruments they have to do this. A rim light can...
Film lights create an atmosphere for your film which is essential to any filmmaker’s success. Film Lighting Equipment and Techniques Everyone on Set Should Know Key Light As the most direct and intensive light source, the key light will act as the primary light...
Film and video editors are essential to any film production. As a film and video editor, you will edit and assemble moving images on media as well as edit or synchronize soundtracks with these images into a finished product. Types of Film and Video Editors Film and...
An eye light is the source of light that reflects off an eye’s surface. This light adds dimension and depth, bringing out the emotion of the subject. Why Use An Eye Light? Eyes seem unemotional and lifeless on film without an eye light. We look to the eyes of a...
Creating a DIY ring light can make your video presentations look more professional without costing you a lot of money. These modern lights create attractive, soft lighting effects by reducing harsh shadows. Commercial ring lights can be expensive, but DIY solutions...
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