Low-Key Photography

The Principles of Low-Key Lighting

Low-key photography is all about shadows and contrasts.

In low-key photography you almost always use a black backdrop.

Use of imagination with the lighting will create better photos.

For low-key photography you need to set the camera to a low ISO level.

TYPE 1 of Low-Key Photography

Use the boom pole light for the back light.

Start with the settings on the lights as 4, then see whether it's too bright or dark for you.

This is typically good for a profile shot.

TYPE 2

Use two lights and two polyboards to reflect the light onto the model.

TYPE 3

Use the silver brollies and only the silver brollies to reflect the light onto your model.