Lighting Styles

For the images I am going to include in my magazine, really need to focus on what style of lighting I choose as it effects the mood of the photo and how it reflects the rest of the magazine.

Here is an example of high key lighting. As you can see this is a very pale and light style and there are very few shadows visible, and usually takes place with a white background.

This is an example of low key lighting. This particular style gives off a very dark and mysterious feel, and puts the majority of the subject in shadow. It also typically has a black background.

I think that the most appropriate lighting style for my magazine cover will be high key, as it uses a very flattering and soft light and you can clearly make out who/ what the subject is. For the rest of the images inside the magazine I will use a variation of lighting styles, but still attempt to keep them slightly similar so there will be a reoccurring theme throughout.