Lighting and composition Flashcards
1
Q
what is key light?
A
creates sharp shadows and the contrast between two characters
2
Q
what is backlight?
A
- creates suspense and shadow
- creates mystery
3
Q
what is high key lighting?
A
creates a mood where characters seem wise
4
Q
what is low key lighting?
A
- creates all darkness and shadows
- creates suspense and horror
5
Q
what is naturalism?
A
key light comes from a source on the scene or from natural light
6
Q
what is pictorialism?
A
deliberate lighting to give off certain mood
7
Q
what is composition?
A
arrangement of all visual elements in frame
8
Q
what can placing your objects off centre create?
A
- more interesting photo
- feels more picturoial and artistic
- leave a void in scene make feel empty
9
Q
what moods does formal balance give off?
A
- quiet
- respectful
- static scene
10
Q
what moods do informal off balance give off?
A
- chaos
- tension