July 2013
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| The Key Light |
Setting Up Your Key Light
You can use a professional film light or practical light as a key or main source of light on your subject. You generally want to place your key light at roughly a 45 degree angle next to the camera on the same side that the interviewer will be sitting. Adjust the barn doors so that the light only falls on the parts of the frame you want. You may also want to take measures to reduce the light intensity. (See “Controlling Light Intensity,” page 107.)

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