Lighting blog tasks

 Still Image Analysis

Picture 1

1.Examples of low-key lighting are seen from the strong shadows and the dark background. This also creates a high contrast which allows the person to stand out.

2.There is mainly front lighting as there is light falling on the women's hair and face from above.

3.The effects that are created by the lighting in each image is a mysterious, dramatic mood. This is evident through the shadows as they add depth allowing the smoke to stand out.

Picture 2

1.Low-key lighting is presented within the image as most of the image is dark with contrast seen between the light and the shadow.

2.The type of lighting used is under lighting as the light appears from below the face creating shadows around the face.

3.The effects that are created is a eerie and unsettling atmosphere. The shadows appear to make the face seem more frightening. The use of a dark background draws our focus on the character's face. 

Picture 3

1.This shot uses high-key lighting as the image is overall bright with a light background with a little darkness.

2.The type of lighting used is mainly top lighting as the light comes from above the character. This creates noticeable shadows underneath the nose and chin.

3.The effects that were created was how the lighting makes the character seem powerful and intimidating. The slight shadows on the face add a dramatic effect making the facial features look stronger.

Picture 4

1.This shot uses low-key lighting as there are strong shadows and a dark background creating high contrast.

2.The direction is seen mainly from the back as there is light coming from behind the character creating a strong outline around him.

3.The effects seen from this image is how it creates a dark , threatening mood. By focusing on the silhouette ,this makes the character seem powerful.

Picture 5

1.This shot uses high-key lighting as the image is very bright with a mostly white background.

2.The type of lighting used was mainly backlighting as the bright light behind her separates her from the background.

3.The effects seen from this image is that it creates a bright, dramatic and exaggerated appearance. The strong lighting causes her expression to stand out.

Picture 6

1.This shot uses low-key lighting as most of the image is dark with strong areas of shadow.

2.The type of lighting used was side lighting.

3.The effects created was that it creates a dramatic and intimate mood. The shadows from the blinds creates tension.

Picture 7

1.This shot uses high-key lighting as the background is extremely bright which creates a strong contrast.

2.The type of lighting used is backlighting as the light is coming from behind the characters which creates long shadows.

3.The effects created was that it had created a dramatic and mysterious atmosphere.

Picture 8

1.This shot uses low-key lighting as one side of the face is brighter than the other, the other is mainly in the shadow.

2.The type of lighting used is side lighting as the light is hitting one side of the face.

3.The effects created was that this has created an unsettling mood. The use of strong shadows suggests danger drawing attention to the character.

Picture 9

1.This shot uses high-key lighting as the background is very bright with a few dark areas.

2.The type of lighting used was under lighting as the neck has more of a shadow below.

3.The effects created was a dramatic and unusual appearance.

Picture 10

1.This shot uses low-key lighting as most of the image is very dark with only small areas bright.

2.The type of lighting used is mainly backlighting with light coming behind the figure.

3.The effects created was a dark and threatening atmosphere presented through the limited light.

Picture 11

1.This shot uses high-key lighting as the scene is bright overall with a light background.

2.The type of lighting used was mainly front lighting.

3.The effects created was a romantic atmosphere. This is presented through the soft lighting making the characters appear close.

Film Noir research

-Film noir commonly uses low-key lighting with lots of darkness showing strong contrasts between light and shadow.

-High contrast seen within film noir is seen from the bright areas placed against deep shadows to create a dramatic, unsettling look.

-Hard lighting is seen from strong, direct light which creates sharp shadows.

-Side lighting is often lights only part of a character's face, leaving the other side in darkness suggesting mystery

-Backlighting causes characters to appear as silhouettes ,hiding their identity which causes suspense.

-Underlighting causes light from below to create unnatural shadows on the face which makes the characters seem threatening.

-Dark backgrounds-The characters often emerge from the darkness making the setting feel dangerous or claustrophobic.

-Black and white photography-Traditional film noir often uses black and white cinematography to emphasise the contrast between light and darkness. 

Film noir Youtube clip analysis

Double Indemnity Official Trailer 1:https://youtu.be/yKrrAa2o9Eg?si=anBjQWYnXDhjTwO4

This trailer uses low key lighting with strong contrasts between bright areas and deep shadows. The dark shadows create a tense atmosphere. Characters are partly hidden in the darkness suggesting secrecy. The black and white cinematography makes the contrast between light and shadow noticeable.