Laws of Light: Three Point Lighting

Laws of Light: how to master three point lighting with key light, fill light, background light for studio portraits.

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Jay P. Morgan has been working as a Commercial Photographer and Film Director in the Los Angeles area for more than 20 years developing an impressive list of clients from Paramount to McDonald's. Jay P.'s experience with elaborate set design and extensive lighting are key to the success of his illustrative work.

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[FatherChristmasofthem]

I love these tutorials. I am not a photographer but rather a Santa Claus portrayal artist. Having my own small home studio, I am learning more about lighting to really make the studio and the photographers clients pop. Gaining a basic understanding of lighting will help ensure that I am on the same page as the photographers which I work with. Thanks much

[thomassaxo]

You have an unique voice. To the point, and its easy to remember everything you say. Youtube is very underwhelming when it comes to instructional videos. Refreshing!!! Thanks! Thomas

[GRJCLyon]

This has to be the best lighting instructional video I've ever seen. Fantastic and thank you for posting this.

[seanchen]

The best 3-point lighting tutorial in Youtube! (I watched a lot on lighting. This is the best one) Also thanks for all the efforts in making this 3-camera video setup for illustration.

[gabrielrasa]

I liked this a lot! And I appreciated that after showing the ideal three-light setup, you also showed how to get by with only one light -- not as finessed, obviously, as being able to control all three lights separately, but how to apply the same principles on a budget. Thanks!

[harryplotter]

Can't believe that he's sharing this information for free. Such a great and informative video

[JerikoFoxTrail]

Oh, I really liked how you did that 3 light setup with only one light in the end of the video! Not only does it give an idea how to build a setup with less gear, but also helps to understand how the direction of the light works. Great job!

[josephsampsonnevertoolate]

I am an instructor and I enjoyed your lighting demo. GREAT!!!!

[mr_lade]

Best 3 point lighting video. Thank you for the instructions and added tips

[zacx]

Basically, the more light you possessed the better composition.
I was just starting and just keep studying the tutorials of pro’s in YT. And I am amaze how I can now see who is the pro and just like me (amateur) based on their photography.

[yezinofficial]

Thank you for sharing and teaching the lesson. We feel your goodwill. Thank you.

I am from Myanmar. The English language is not my native languge. If I wrote wrong words or sentences, would like to say sorry.

[BenjaminHare]

Lovely video. Thanks so much for showing the specific brands of lights and the models. That is quite helpful since it provides the terms I need to start shopping for equipment online.

[looneyfarm]

Love your teaching style. I am fascinated by lighting. I want to learn all the tips and techniques in creating beautiful images.

[fridaysfam]

Very informative and straight to the point with great information

[bosckieselarrka]

you are amazing. your way of explaining is so great.

[jbakersyproductions]

This was super helpful. Seeing the multiple camera angles while you made adjustments and and explained things really clicked!

[gbwalther]

Thanks again Jay P. Morgan! I love how you break everything down into clear, concise steps. I'm going to apply this approach into a series of life story interviews I'm working on in the near future. Megan put that extra spark into the demo with her claps, smiles and comments at the end.

[murugan]

REALLY I AM NOT AWARE of BASIC LIGHT, BUT FROM NOW ON I LEARNED A LOT SIR, THANX A LOT

[geko]

Great teaching, a wonderful model and an energetic JP - a really good mix for an exceptional video

[Savage_]

I got started with a three light setup off of Amazon. I used godox sk400 that came with godox 24-in soft boxes, it came with stands, and it came with grids. I think I paid a total of like $400 for the whole kit. And I got some of the best pictures from that cheap little kit!