Characteristics of photographic light

Light mainly includes four characteristics-light intensity, light properties, light directionality and light color.

We often say smooth light, side light, reverse light and diffuse light.

Guang Shun 1

Also called positive light and peaceful light. Light shines from the front of the subject, which is characterized by high brightness, flat image and good color reproduction, but the light is relatively flat, so it is difficult to show three-dimensional sense.

2. Indirect explanation

Light comes from the side of the subject and is usually divided into front light and backlight. It is characterized by obvious three-dimensional sense of the subject, richer tone levels and line outlines, and can better depict the appearance characteristics and expressions of characters.

3. Backlighting

Also known as "backlight". The light comes from the back or oblique back of the subject, which is characterized by drawing a beautiful outline for the subject, distinguishing the characters from the background, and showing a strong sense of space.

4. Direct light

Also known as "glare". Outdoor generally refers to the light emitted by the sun on a sunny day, which is characterized by its strong directionality, which can form a strong contrast between light and shade and a three-dimensional effect on the subject, and the effect is relatively tough.

5。 Scattered light

Also known as "soft light". Outdoor generally refers to sunlight passing through clouds or being reflected by the ground, walls, etc. It is characterized by no clear directionality, no obvious relationship between light and shade when shining on the subject, rich intermediate transition layer and softer image. This kind of light is the ideal light for shooting portraits, and the skin layers of the characters are very rich.