Three point lighting

Three Point Lighting is the standard lighting technique used in film. The goal of Three Point Lighting is to create the illusion of a three dimensional subject, in a two dimensional image. Using this setup creates the dimention in a number of ways depending on how it is set up.

The Three Points of light:

1. The Key Light – The main light used on the subject.
2. The Fill Light – Fills in the shadows created by the key light, and prevents high contrast.
3. The Back Light – Used to separate the subject from the background.