Loop Lighting:
Loop lighting is primarily used for taking portraits of a single subject. Commonly, there is a looped shadow that goes from the side of the nose, down the neck and to the side of the chin. Loop lighting helps accentuate the subjects bone structure and can make the photograph look more appealing. Loop lighting is set up by taking the source of light-- most commonly a modeling lamp-- and aiming it downwards toward the subject. Historically, this technique has been relatively easy due to the fact that the results can easily be seen. This for of lighting is helpful for focusing in on the face of the subject, as well as making the face more defined and well shaped. Loop lighting is most commonly used for the enhancement of portraits, and to do everything that allows for the model to look their best.
https://westcottu.com/loop-lighting-tips
https://www.slrlounge.com/workshop/5-common-key-light-patterns/
https://www.mangostreetlab.com/blog/2019/2/21/7-easy-portrait-lighting-setups
https://westcottu.com/loop-lighting-tips
https://www.slrlounge.com/workshop/5-common-key-light-patterns/
https://www.mangostreetlab.com/blog/2019/2/21/7-easy-portrait-lighting-setups
Classic Lighting:
Critique:
**Fourth photo on the 8th row**
This photo was taken using split lighting on a black background. The first thing I look at is how half of Autumns face is completely dark and the other side was light. It shows a cool contrast between the shadow and non shadow side. This photo could be improved by eliminating the shadow on her right eye, and also by having her facial expression be changed. Also, the background could be improved by not having an creases on it.
This photo was taken using split lighting on a black background. The first thing I look at is how half of Autumns face is completely dark and the other side was light. It shows a cool contrast between the shadow and non shadow side. This photo could be improved by eliminating the shadow on her right eye, and also by having her facial expression be changed. Also, the background could be improved by not having an creases on it.