Fill light

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Written By Martin Kaninsky

A fill light is used in studio lighting to offer greater detail to regions that are dark or shadowy and to minimize the contrast between such areas and the rest of the scene.

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Martin Kaninsky

Martin is the creator of About Photography Blog. With over 15 years of experience as a practicing photographer, Martin’s approach focuses on photography as an art form, emphasizing the stories behind the images rather than concentrating on gear.

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