Purple Prose + photography tips

Tip # 24: Lighting for Emphasis

The contrast between light and dark is another way to emphasize your subject.

When you look at the photo on the left, the first thing you notice is the boy’s face. The distance of the window from the floor threw the dim north light predominantly on his face. See tip # 11 for hints on exposure.

In the picture on the right, the little pumpkin pops out at you first. This was achieved by placing it in direct sunlight. The dark shadow on the pumpkin behind it also serves to emphasize it, as does curved pattern of light.

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Tip # 24: Lighting for Emphasis + photography tips