Experiment – High Key Lighting In Portraiture

High Key Lighting:

High key lighting is a method often used in beauty and makeup commercials and modeling. A high key look gives the subject fewer shadows and makes them look flawless and elegant. It produces an even amount of light that spreads across an entire scene. I

A high key lighting style often involves a soft key light directly above the camera — and not too close to the subject. Positioning the light directly in front of the talent creates less shadow, making the skin look softer and smoother. Usually, these lights will be large and bright. High key lighting can also produce a catch light in the subject’s eyes.

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