Fill flash

Opvulflits · Light

A flash that fills in shadows without dominating the image.

In bright sun or backlight, shadows on faces are very dark. A fill flash set to -1 to -2 EV gives just enough light to lift the shadows without looking "flashed". Use it on overcast days too to add a catchlight in the eyes.

Tools that help with this:

Golden Hour & Blue Hour Indicative Light Meter

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