What is a KEY LIGHT? - And how it's used in portrait photography

4/30/2022 ISO 1200 Magazine 0 Comments

If you’re new to portrait photography, you might have seen or heard the term, “key light” being used, and wondered what a key light actually is. In this video, Ed Verosky is going to explain the role of the key light in the context of a basic portrait lighting setup.

If you’re not quite ready for that, or multi-light off-camera flash in general, download his free guide, 10-Min. Guide to On-Camera Flash (it comes with free access to my mini-course about on-camera flash). It’s a great way to get started with flash if you’re still learning!

You may also like: What You Need for Off-Camera Flash by Ed Verosky

About Ed Verosky

I’m a photographer specializing in creative portraiture. I also teach portraiture and lighting techniques encouraging the use of less gear and more creativity to get the job done. In my experience, connecting with the subject and having fun with the process results in more interesting pictures.I want to help you become a better, happier photographer. Let's Get Connected: www.edverosky.com | Instagram | Subscribe to his YouTube channel: youtube.com/edverosky

Text, image, and video thanks to Ed Verosky