Light photography homework

2026-10-24 16:11

The following is an example of a light photography assignment: * * I. The basic characteristics of light and its application in photography ** 1. [Strength] - The intensity of the light was directly proportional to the intensity of the light source and was inverse to the square of the distance between the subject and the light source. For example, when taking a portrait outdoors, if it was sunny at noon, the light source (sun) was strong, and the light on the subject's face was too strong, it might cause overexposed or hard shadows. At this time, you can control the exposure by adjusting the camera parameters (such as reducing the aperture or lowering the IQ), or use the shade tools (such as hoods, parasols, etc.) to reduce the light intensity. On the contrary, on cloudy days or in a dark indoor environment, the light intensity is weak. You may need to increase the aperture, increase the IQ, or use auxiliary lighting equipment (such as flash, soft light, etc.) to ensure adequate exposure. 2. * * Direction ** - * * Straight Light **: The shooting direction is the same as the direction of the light. It was suitable for shooting blue sky and other objects that wanted to highlight color. It could make the blue sky bluer and the landscape more saturated. For example, when shooting a large sea of flowers in the landscape, the light could make the colors of the flowers appear bright and full. - * * Side Light and Side Light **: The photos taken with these two kinds of light are rich in color and have a strong three-dimensional effect. When taking portraits, side-lighting or side-lighting could create a three-dimensional sense of the face, making the facial features look more three-dimensional and deep. For example, when taking a portrait of an old man, the side light could highlight the wrinkles on his face and increase the storytelling of the picture. - * * Side Backlight and Backlight **: Side Backlight and Backlight are mainly used for shooting sunrise and sunset scenes. Backlight can also be used to shoot silhouettes. For example, when shooting a sunset at the beach, using backlighting could capture the sun's flares and the sparkling sea surface. At the same time, people or objects could form black silhouettes to create an artistic sense. 3. * * Color temperature ** - Different color temperatures would give different tones to the photos. For example, light with a low color temperature (such as early morning or evening sunlight) would make the picture appear warm and soft, while light with a high color temperature (such as cloudy or fluorescent light) would make the picture appear cool and quiet. When shooting food, the warm light with a low color temperature could make the food look more attractive and increase appetite. * * 2. The use of light in different environments ** 1. * * Exterior environment ** - * * Daytime ** - * * Morning and Afternoon **: The lighting is relatively soft, suitable for a variety of shooting topics. You can use side light or side backlighting to shoot people, buildings, etc. to get a better three-dimensional sense and texture. For example, in the shooting of ancient buildings, side lighting could create a contrast between the walls and decorative lines of the building, emphasizing the characteristics of the building. - * * Noon **: The sun is shining directly, and the light is strong and hard. It is easy to produce strong shadows. If you want to shoot at noon, you can use a reflective board to fill in the shadow, or find a place with shelter (such as under the shadow of a tree or building) to shoot. For example, in street photography, using the shadows of buildings as the background could prevent the background from being too bright and affect the performance of the subject. - * * Sunset (prime time)**: The light is soft and the color temperature is low. It's the best time to take pictures of landscapes and portraits. They could use backlighting to shoot people, creating beautiful silhouettes, or using warm light to shoot scenery, creating a romantic atmosphere. For example, when shooting the mountains and clouds at sunset on the top of the mountain, the warm light would make the whole picture look like a fairyland. - Blues Moment (After Sunset): The sky appears blue. At this time, the beginning of the night scene can be taken. You can combine the sky and the city lights to take a unique night scene photo. For example, when shooting high-rise buildings in the city, the blue color of the sky and the lights of the buildings complemented each other to increase the layering of the picture. - * * Night ** - When shooting at night, there was less light and they mainly relied on artificial light sources. Such as street lamps, neon lights, etc. Long exposure could be used to capture the trajectory of light, such as the trajectory of the headlights of cars on the road, creating a flowing line. At the same time, you can also use a hand-held flash or an external flash to fill in the light for the main body. For example, when shooting street performers, the flash can highlight the artist's expression and movements. 2. * * indoor environment ** - If there were windows in the room, they could use the natural light that came in through the windows to shoot. Side lighting or backlighting could create interesting lighting effects. For example, the green plants in the studio could be made translucent by backlighting, which increased the beauty of the picture. If there is insufficient light in the room, you can use auxiliary lighting equipment such as table lamps and photography lights. When taking indoor portraits, pay attention to the angle and intensity of the light to avoid strong shadows or overexposed. * * 3. Analysis of the use of light ** 1. Take a portrait as an example - If you want to take a fresh and bright portrait photo, you can choose the fairing. At the same time, you can choose a simple and bright scene on the background, such as a white wall or blue sky and white clouds. However, this might lack the three-dimensional effect, so you could add some background elements or adjust the posture of the character to increase the layering of the picture. - If you want to pursue artistic and three-dimensional sense, you can use side backlighting or backlighting. When shooting against the light, you need to fill in the light on the person's face. You can use a reflective plate or a flash. For example, when taking a portrait by the sea against the light, the edges of the character's hair would have a golden outline light. The face could also be clearly shown after the light was added. The background was the sparkling sea, and the picture effect was very beautiful. 2. Take shooting scenery as an example - When shooting mountain scenery, the side light could highlight the ups and downs of the mountains. For example, in the morning or evening, the side light would create a strong contrast between the sun and the dark side of the mountain, enhancing the visual impact of the picture. - When shooting the forest, the backlighting could make the leaves appear bright, and at the same time, it could form a beam effect (Tyndall effect) in the picture to increase the mystery of the picture. This effect could be highlighted by adjusting the shooting angle and exposure parameters. Read more exciting novels for free