If there is one method that photographers love to light with, it's Rembrandt lighting. Lots of folks think they know what it is, but they don't actually get it right. In this roundup of photography cheat sheets, we're putting the spotlight on Rembrandt Lighting.
But we're not just sticking to this method! We're also helping you out with the tools to get the shot. . thephoblographer.com
Rembrandt lighting refers to a very specific lighting style. More or less, if you think of a little triangle of light, think of Rembrandt. It comes from a very painterly look. And in photography, it can give your subject a really flattering look. thephoblographer.com »
2021-11-02 07:00
When it comes to portrait lighting techniques, there are a ton of variations to choose from. For many portrait photographers, Rembrandt lighting is among one of the most popular. The technique is named after Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn, the prodigious 17th-century Dutch master painter whose portraiture subjects frequently showcased this telltale lighting pattern. thephoblographer.com »
2020-09-29 07:00
The holiday season is officially here, which means family portraits galore. Many people seek out a professional photographer around the holidays to get images for Christmas cards.
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