Light quality of photographic lighting

Light quality refers to the soft and hard characteristics of light. The so-called hard, that is, the shadow produced by light is clear and thick, with sharp outline and high contrast; The so-called softness means that the shadows produced by light are soft and not bright, with gradual outline and low contrast. Strong light has obvious directionality, which can make the subject have sharp contrast between light and shade and contribute to the expression of texture. Strong light often gives people a sense of fortitude and vitality; Soft light has no obvious directionality. It is suitable for reflecting the shape and color of objects, but it is not good at expressing the texture of objects. Soft light often gives people a soft and delicate feeling.