Lighting Techniques in TV/Film

Three point lighting example 10 - This is an example of three point lighting as it is used to reduce shadows in studios,commonly on talk shows.

Low key example 4 - Low key lighting is used in order to create more shadows in a scene or onto the subject in a scene. Low key lighting can often create a sense of apprehension or tension for the viewer. The purpose of low key lighting in this scene is to show fear of the character in the scene.

High key lighting example 2 - High key lighting is used to remove unnecessary shadows from the face of the subject and potentially give them an atmosphere that is different to the actual scene or set. The purpose of high key lighting in this scene is to show that the characters are good and are angelic unlike other characters featured in the film,possibly to show endearment to the character featured.

Three point lighting example 9 - Is used to reduce shadows on the face of the subject. The main purpose of three point lighting in this still is to ensure the subject's face is fully illuminated for filming.

Three point lighting example 8 - Three point lighting is used to ensure that there are no shadows disrupting the view of the subjects. The purpose of it in this still is to make sure there are no shadows covering the subjects face while filming.

Three point lighting example 7 - Three point lighting is used to ensure that there are no shadows disrupting the view of the subjects. The purpose of it in this still is to make sure there are no shadows covering the subjects face while filming. Three point lighting is commonly used for talk shows.

Three point lighting example 6 - Three point lighting is used here to lighten the studio to ensure no shadows are disrupting the view of the subject as that can a problem during filming,especially during live shows. The purpose of three point lighting here is to ensure the studio is well illuminated for filming.

Three point lighting example 5 - Three point lighting is used to ensure that there are no shadows disrupting the view of the subjects. The purpose of it in this still is to make sure there are no shadows covering the subjects face while filming as bad lighting could make the programme difficult to film,but also difficult for the viewer to watch.

Three point lighting example 4 - Three point lighting is used to ensure that there are no shadows disrupting the view of the subjects. The purpose of it in this still is to make sure there are no shadows covering the subjects face while filming as it is easier and potentially more enjoyable to see the subjects without the interference of shadows.

High key example 5 - High key lighting is used to reduce the light ratio present in a scene as shadows can often be a problem while filming due to high contrast. The purpose of high key lighting in this scene is to reduce the presence of shadows in the room.

High key lighting example 4 - High key lighting is used to remove unnecessary shadows from the face of the subject and potentially give them an atmosphere that is different to the actual scene or set. The purpose of high key lighting in this scene is to make the subject appear like they are a being of higher power and it is often a lighting choice used on the hobbit characters.

Three point lighting example 3 - Three point lighting is used to ensure that there are no shadows disrupting the view of the subjects. The purpose of it in this still is to make sure there are no shadows covering the subjects face while filming as bad lighting could make the programme difficult to film,but also difficult for the viewer to watch. The purpose of three point lighting in this scene is for the purpose of 'studio lighting' which is common on talk shows to reduce shadows.

Low key lighting example 3 - Low key lighting is used in order to create more shadows in a scene or onto the subject in a scene. Low key lighting can often create a sense of apprehension or tension for the viewer. The purpose of low lighting in this scene is to create a slight 'character profile' for the main character as he is a serial killer therefore the lighting helps to create a sinister atmosphere.

Low key lighting example 2 - Low key lighting is used in order to create more shadows in a scene or onto the subject in a scene. Low key lighting can often create a sense of apprehension or tension for the viewer. In this scene low key lighting is used to show that the character present is evil/sinister.

High key lighting example 1 - High key lighting is used to remove unnecessary shadows from the face of the subject and potentially give them an atmosphere that is different to the actual scene or set. The purpose of high key lighting in this scene is to show that the characters are good and are angelic unlike other characters featured in the film.