Main Task - Research - Lighting

Three Point Lighting is a standard method used in visual media such as video, film, still photography and computer-generated imagery. The technique uses three lights - key light, fill light and back light.

Key light: main light, usually strongest and has the most influence on the scene. Is placed to one side of the camera/subject so that this side is well lit and the other side shows shadow.

Fill light: secondary light, placed on opposite side of key, used to fill the shadows created by the key light.

Back light: placed behind the subject and lights it from the rear. Used to provide definition and subtle highlights.

Lighting safety

• never mount a light outside without someone there at all times
• always switch off lights when not in use
• always make sure the light is parallel with one of the legs
• always use gloves
• never look directly into the light
• always warn people when you are going to switch it on
• always work with the lights at low level and then raise them
• always use the surge protector
• never try and replace a bulb
• remember to include the lights in the risk assessment