+ Lighting for photography

+ Terminology Intensity: Strength of a light source Illumination: Amount of light falling on a surface Brightness: The appearance of light dependent on intensity, illumination, and the perception of the human eye Artificial Lighting: Flash, lamps, etc. Multi-fixture lighting: Many lights are used in order to reduce shadows and maximize visibility, etc.

+ Terminology cont’d Lighting Technicians: Responsible for the movement and set up of various pieces of lighting equipment for visual effects. Subject: an object, figure, scene, etc, selected by an artist or photographer for representation and lighting treatment (the things and people lenses are aimed at) Photographer:a person who takes photographs, either as a hobby or a profession

+ Instrument: One of many terms for a Light, heard mostly in the theater

+ Lamp: Fits in a light and glows white-hot when turned on. If anyone touches it (bare-fingered) when cold, the lamp will be damaged. If anyone touches it when hot, their fingers will be damaged.

+ Stand: While lights may find themselves mounted on a camera or Grid, Hand-held, or clamped virtually anywhere, commonly they are supported, elevated, and positioned by stands.

+ Backdrop: A painted or photographic background or backing.

+ Umbrella: Appropriate umbrellas convert hard or broad lights into large soft sources.

+ 3 Point Lighting Three-point lighting is a standard method used in visual media such as video, film, still photography, etc. By using three separate positions, the photographer can illuminate the shot’s subject (such as a person) however desired, while also controlling (or eliminating entirely) the shading and shadows produced by direct lighting.

+ Backlight: Shines on the subject from behind. It gives the subject a rim of light, separating the subject from the background and highlighting contours.

+ Key Light The key light, as the name suggests, shines directly upon the subject and serves as its principal illuminator; more than anything else, the strength, colour, and angle of the key determines the shot’s overall lighting design.

+ Fill Light: The fill light shines on the subject, but front a side angle. It balances the key by illuminating shaded surfaces and lessening contrast. It is usually softer and less bright that the key light.

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+ Careers Lighting Designer: Lighting designers create a stylistic approach to lighting for artistic productions. They create light plots and sequence lighting cues which consider the performing space, the visibility of performers, the mood of scenes, and complement set and costume designs. Lighting Technician: Work behind the scenes of movies, television shows, rock concerts and stage plays. Are responsible for the movement and set up of various pieces of lighting equipment for visual effects based on the director’s or lighting designer’s vision. During the event or broadcast, you vary the intensity or direction of the light according to a script or cue sheet. Photographer: Professional photography is a career that encompasses many facets. Photography as a profession consists of a combination of technical application and artistic skill and ability.

+ Objectives of Lighting Visibility is often considered to be the most basic and fundamental function of stage lighting. What we don't see, we seldom clearly understand. Visibility is dependent on far more than just the intensity of light. Contrast, size, color and movement (concepts of elements of design) all can influence visibility. Naturalism provides a sense of TIME and PLACE. Style concepts include: naturalistic, un-naturalistic, realistic, surrealistic, futuristic, minimalistic, impressionistic, religious, etc. Composition refers to the overall lighting aspects of the stage. A scene may be flooded with soft, even lighting, or illuminated by highly localized lighting on the actors only - or anything in between. Composition reveals elements in proportion to their importance, by building a visual picture (principles of design). Mood/Atmosphere – lighting to create psychological effects, causing an audience to feel a wide range of different emotions.