The correct arrangement of light in a photo or video studio is the key to perfect shooting. By playing with light, you can create different images and whimsical shadows. The main thing is to learn how to use light resources correctly. And for this, it is necessary to follow fairly simple rules for the placement of lighting devices in the room.
It is necessary
- - monoblocks;
- - umbrellas;
- - plate.
Instructions
Step 1
You can shoot beautifully with just one light source and a white background. If you want to have a small unobtrusive shadow when shooting from a person, then you need to create a hard drawing of light and shadow. Such that the transition between them is very clear. To do this, place the model as close to the background as possible with the light source directly opposite it in a straight line. Adjust the distance from the light source to the model based on what kind of shadow you want to get. The higher the candy bar, the longer the shadow will be. For more convenient work with light, you also need a tripod (a stand with which the light source is attached and can be adjusted in height).
Step 2
If you want to work more on contrast, for example, when creating a portrait, then the background should be replaced with a solid black one, and a white umbrella should be added to the candy bar. With the help of such devices, you can advantageously shade the face of the model, adding depth and expressiveness to the image. To do this, you need to place the person away from the background. And the candy bar must be placed at the level of the model's head. Position the umbrella on the side you want to highlight when shooting. - it will give separate shades to the picture.
Step 3
If you have two light sources, you can already create completely different pictures. So, for example, when using 2 monoblocks and 2 umbrellas "in the light", together with a white background, you can make a delicate "smoky" pattern. Umbrellas are located diagonally from the model, one of the light sources (the main one) works as a "painting", that is, determining the ratio of light and shadows. An additional candy bar is located to the right of the back of the model and is directed to the background, which is behind it. Its function is to fill the space with light, eliminating gaps in the shadows behind the model. The combination of these light sources adds dimension to the picture. The pose of the model should be three-quarters unfolded.
Step 4
If you want to create a mysterious shoot, then you will need two monoblocs and white umbrellas. Light sources are installed behind the model. You need to direct their light to the background so that they fall on it at an angle of 45 degrees. With such an arrangement of light, it turns out that these sources create a soft silhouette portrait, and due to this, a slight exposure of the model is obtained. The advantage of such shooting is that small details are hidden so as not to interfere with the perception of the image as a whole. But the facial features are quite recognizable.
Step 5
Want to create a "Hollywood portrait"? Use two lights for this and add a Plate reflector to them. The cymbal should be installed frontally, just above the model's eyes. Thanks to this arrangement of light, a "butterfly" effect is obtained, in which a shadow appears from the model's nose and looks just like a butterfly. The model should stand at a distance of 1 meter from the background, so the shadow will fall on the background. The second (additional) light source should be located behind the model at about shoulder level, thereby creating a "back" lighting. All this will help to draw the texture of the model's hair and add volume to the picture.
