directed light, especially light whose beams are relatively parallel, producing distinct shadows and a harsher modeling effect on the subject.
Soft light
light that tends to "wrap" around objects, casting diffuse shadows with soft edges
Diffusion panel
A translucent material, such as that covering the lamps in a luminaire, used to distribute light over an extended area and to conceal the lamps and interior of the luminaire
Reflector
a person or thing that reflects
Butterfly
any of numerous diurnal insects of the order Lepidoptera, characterized by clubbed antennae, a slender body, and large, broad, often conspicuously marked wings
Loop
a portion of a cord, ribbon, etc., folded or doubled upon itself so as to leave an opening between the parts
Split
to divide or separate from end to end or into layers
Rembrandt
Dutch painter
Rim Light
light that typically comes from beside or behind your subject. Learn more about rim lighting with help from a wedding and personal photographer in this free video clip.
Back Light
a light source placed behind an actor, object, or scene to create a highlight that separates the subject from the background