ensure they obtain the most flattering results, as slight
movements ofeither the lightsand/orthesubject in the
wrong direction can result in an unflattering and
unsuccessfulportrait.Dark,deadeyesandharshshadows
across the face are common mistakes when lighting
low-key portraits; these can easily be avoided if the
lighting isplaced correctlyin sympathywith thesitter’s
face shape and position.
Fig. 4.12
Low-key image.
Image taken in the studio. Slate Grey
Colourama, 1 Elinchrom BRXi 500,