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Communication Quiz 5
Quiz over Lighting
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| What colors make up white light? | Red, green, and blue |
| Three-point lighting | a standard lighting technique used in film, television, photography, and other art forms that involves using three separate light sources to illuminate a subject; this is the Hollywood standard for lighting |
| Three-point lighting camera placement | Generally, there are two lights in front of the subject and one light behind the subject |
| True or False: The key light is commonly 45 degrees in front of the subject | True. |
| The key light | The main light source; usually placed at a 45-degree angle to the camera and slightly off to the side of the subject. The key light establishes the overall look and feel of the shot. Usually the brightest and set on the subject's face |
| The fill light | Fills in the shadows; placed on the opposite side of the key light, this light fills in shadows created by the key light; in front of the subject, used to "fill in" facial shadows; illuminates the side of the face |
| The backlight | Accents light from behind; placed 45 degrees behind the subject; , this light separates the subject from the background. It can also be aimed at the background to create a defining edge; creates a rim of light around subject; bg opens up as a result |
| Low key lighting | Emphasizes shadows; low overall lighting (makes subject's face dark,) a style of lighting that uses dark tones, shadows, and high contrast to create a moody, dramatic, or mysterious atmosphere |
| The rembrandt triangle | Characterized by an illuminated triangle (also called "Rembrandt patch") under the eye of the subject on the less illuminated side; appears on the face when light balances are correct |
| Chiaroscuro | An effect of contrasted light and shadow created by light falling unevenly or from a particular direction on something; the use of strong contrasts between light and dark; Rembrandt created this effect! |
| True or False: The famous painter Caravaggio was a master of chiaroscuro | True; his paintings created an illusion of three dimensions |
| Grid system | A structural framework that supports lighting fixtures and other equipment, and can be used in a variety of settings, including stages, studios, and photography; a system of numbered rigs for lighting; can focus the light in one area |
| Who perfected the lighting for modern sitcoms and used the first dolly shot? | Karl Fruend (behind the famous 1927 film 'Metropolis.' |
| 3-camera sitcoms | A sitcom shot with 3 simultaneous cameras (one camera for wide shots and two for close ups) |
| Windows can make for a good natural light source | True. |
| What are three factors to consider when working with grid systems? | 1. Genre 2. Locations 3. Closeups |
| Genre | Genre can change how lighting works (single vs. multi cam) |
| Locations | Lighting needs to match the location (temperature, weather, etc.) |
| Closeups | The lighting does not have to match on closeups; but you can adjust them to make the lighting look better |
| Network comedy lighting is usually softer and 'lowkey' | True. |
| You can use temperature controlled lights to match your lights' color temperature to your environment | True; many modern light rigs have these systems now; matching the temp (kelvins) to the environment makes for better lighting and film |
| Comedies are brighter while dramas are darker | True. |
| True or False: a key light can be placed behind a subject | True; you can change the camera angle and this can effect how the light falls on subjects; creatively lighting the background can add cinematic depth to an image |
| What environmental elements can contribute to the 'natural light' look? | Windows and sheer curtains; windows can create a softer, white light look; sheer curtains can soften the window light, making it more obscured |
| CTO stands for... | Color Temperature Orange; warm lighting that is a standard for temperature in film |
| Why does temperature matter in lighting? | Light temperature can change the feeling of what you're shooting; there are warm and cool lights; you can set the temp to time of day you are imitating, creating a stronger sense of realism |
| Ellipsoidal | a spotlight; typically what is used in theater productions; it has different controls you can use; standard basic spotlight |
| True or False: The famous painter Caravaggio was a master of chiaroscuro | True; his paintings created an illusion of three dimensions |
| Grid system | A structural framework that supports lighting fixtures and other equipment, and can be used in a variety of settings, including stages, studios, and photography; a system of numbered rigs for lighting; can focus the light in one area |
| Slit filters | Inserts that can be used for lenses to create illusions of a light source or reflect shapes |
| Softbox | Attaches to a spotlight or ellipsoidal and captures all light bleed on the back and sides and focuses it forwards; it softens the light (diffusing it across a larger area); creates a natural, soft effect; |
| Softbox with a mesh across it | A grid attached to the light modifier (softbox) that diffuses light and removes harshness from highlights |
| Barn doors | Attaches onto the end of your light and controls the focus of the light; can be on spots and LEDS; focuses the light in a certain direction (doors can be adjusted) The first and primary diffuser; used to control the shape and spread of light |
| Color gels | Thin, transparent sheets of colored material that are used to change the color of light or correct color issues in photography; a color filter that can change the mood of a scene |
| True or False: Lighting creates mood and emotion | True. |
| Studio lighting is called... | Grid lighting |
| Why do studios use grids? | They help with consistency and time |
| Bounce or reflector | Flat surfaces or boards that reflect light onto a scene; when it's white it bounces, when it's reflective it reflects; bounce can be used for fill light (half the intensity of key light) it reflects the fill light |
| True or False: Bounce softens the light and creates lighter shadows | True. |
| What is a black bounce board called? | A flag |
| Purpose of flags | The black version of a bounce; they help to avoid harsh light and harsh shadows; they come in many shapes and sizes |
| C-Stand | A unique stand used in video production; named because of its arched footings. Can have lights mounted onto it and sandbags placed on the legs to weigh the stand down |
| Spreader stand | A similar stand to the c-stand, but the legs are more spread out |
| Examples of diffusers are... | Softbox, barn doors, flags, color gels, reflectors, etc. Anything that affects the light is called a diffuser. |
| Ring light | Casts an even light on the subject; creates consistent lighting or eye highlighting (some attach to lenses) |
| What is the most basic source of natural light? | The sun and nature |
| True or False: natural light uses the same principles as 3-point lighting | True; as the sun acts as a primary light source, while reflections and bounced light from surrounding surfaces can effectively create the "fill" and "backlight" components of a three-point setup |
| What is golden hour? | A period of time shortly after sunrise and before sunset when the light is optimal for capturing a beautiful aesthetic on camera; (the moment after the sun rises/sets --- creates a diffused tone in the light that is ideal |
| True or False: filming at high noon is ideal | False; you should not film at high noon; the lighting is too diffused |
| Racing the sun is also called.. | Golden hour |
| Light creates a story | True; vibrant colors can make your composition stand out more; light creates a tone and a mood. Good light and good audio are key. Remember that lighting is an illusion! |
| China balls | A rounded diffused light source |
| What is diffused light? | Light that has been filtered or scattered, resulting in a softer, less intense, and more uniform light |
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