Importance of Lights in Photography

It is stated in the classic definition that photography is a science, art application and practice of creating durable images by recording light. It is true that lighting is a key aspect in creating a flourishing image. Various lights and tones, such as Positioning Light, Positioning Light, Shaping light and Manipulating Light, play an important part to create a beautiful and live image. Often, lighting creates not only brightness and darkness but also tone, mood as well as the atmosphere. Thus, it is necessary to control and manipulate light correctly in order to get the best quality, vibrancy of color and brightness on your subjects.

It’s been suggested that one needs to distribute shadow and highlights accurately. Following the accurate guidelines can create the magic of shades and lights while providing you with professional looking photographs.

There are few key factors to be kept in mind while taking pictures or creating great images such as the light originating from behind the camera, and pointing directly onwards which gives a very flat lighting. So be creative and smart while choosing an appropriate light and direction for the desired images.

By: Priyanka Negi

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