Mixed Lighting

model: Melissa Mendes

shutter: 1/30

aperture: f/3.5

ISO speed: 250

camera: Sony SLT-A33

Prior to this assignment, the only instrument i knew you used for mixed lighting was a reflector. I had no clue that photographers use natural or other light sources in combination with actual studio lights. I thought the idea of putting light against light was silly, as i thought that it would make no difference in the picture. I really enjoyed studio lighting and thought it was my favourite style of shooting, until I reviewed my mixed lighting photos. I learned how to properly position the lights for different shadowing in mixed lighting, by playing around with moving the studio light, and moving to various areas with different amounts of light. 

I really enjoy this picture because it captures the shadows so elegantly in Melissa and her clothing. The light is positioned on the correct side of her as it is the side with more of her face showing. The style of this photo is very fun and  street-like, making the simplest of objects look so artistic.