Characteristics of Rembrandt Cloth Light Method

Rembrandt cloth light method can mainly show the profound and definite characteristics of photos.

Firstly, the polishing methods of Rembrandt are summarized.

Typical Rembrandt lighting is to put the main light on the other side of the subject's face when shooting a 3/4 frontal portrait. 3/4 frontal portrait refers to the position where the subject is sitting facing the camera and facing the side of 45. The picture shows 3/4 of the subject's face, only one ear can be seen. Rembrandt lighting is often used to shoot dramatic male portraits, but it is not suitable for female portraits.

Second, the operation of Rembrandt cloth light method

When adjusting the orientation of the main light, move the main light up and down, so that the shadow generated by the main light on the subject's nose extends from the nose to the mouth, forming a triangular light area on the dark cheek.

The auxiliary light should be placed on the same side as the main light near the camera, so that the dark part of the image is thicker and the dramatic effect can be enhanced. The light ratio can be controlled around 1: 9. The background should be dark, such as black. Rembrandt light also needs cold light and contour light.

The Function of Rembrandt Cloth Light Method in Photography Field

1, create characters

Rembrandt cloth lighting method can create profound characters by using the contrast between light and shadow. This lighting method emphasizes the alternation of light and shadow on the face, which makes the face look more stereoscopic and layered. Photographers can better express the characters' personalities, emotions and characteristics through the contrast of light and shade and the treatment of shadows, so that the audience can understand and feel the characters more deeply.

Step 2 create an atmosphere

Rembrandt cloth lighting method can create different atmosphere and emotion through different lighting settings and tone processing. By using soft light or strong light and adjusting the angle and brightness of light, photographers can create a soft, romantic, mysterious or dramatic atmosphere.

This lighting method can be used not only for portrait photography, but also for shooting different types of works such as scenery, architecture and still life, making the works more emotional and artistic.

3. Enhance the visual impact.

Rembrandt cloth lighting method can enhance the visual impact of works through strong light and shadow contrast and light and shade treatment. This way of lighting can make the theme of the work more prominent and make the audience more easily attracted and noticed. By using contrast and contrast processing, photographers can make the visual effects of their works more vivid and powerful, thus achieving better effects of conveying information and expressing emotions.