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Side lighting


This involves employing either natural or artificial light to illuminate a subject from one side across the camera axis, while leaving the opposite side in shadow. In order to give a subject more texture and depth, it is frequently utilized in portraiture. It is possible to achieve a dramatic look, particularly when contrasted against a dark background. A reflector can be utilized to bring more light into shadowy places if that is something that is wanted.


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