34Applying 3-PointLighting
Dr. Robert G. Nulph
We are often told, “you have to know the rules before you can break them!” In the case of lighting, the rule for good lighting involves the use of three-point lighting In this column, we will provide pictures and diagrams that will give you the rules you need to produce good lighting in simple situations. Once you master three point lighting, you will be ready to move on to creating realistic quality lighting for your video productions.
Key, Fill and Back
The key light is the main source of ligh in a scene. You place the key light in front or to the side of the subject depend ing on the situation. The more dramatic the light needs, the further to the side you should place the light. Usually ...
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