Lighting and Portrait Moods
Grade 12th Grade · Art · 20 min
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can demonstrate how different lighting techniques affect the mood of a portrait photograph.
Warm-Up Video
Vanessa Joy · 11:04
4 ESSENTIAL Portrait Lighting Techniques in 10 Mins
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
Back lighting can create a glow behind a subject and is flattering for people with blemishes because it tones down the contrast.
- 2
Rembrandt lighting, a classic portraiture technique, is recognized by a triangle of light under one eye and is often used because it is slimming and flattering.
- 3
Front lighting is the most flattering light to hide wrinkles because it removes all texture from the face.
Practice Questions
3 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Describe how Rembrandt lighting affects the mood of a portrait, and explain how to recognize it.”
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