Top 10 Lighting Mistakes Beginners Make

What is the first mistake often seen in beginner videography regarding lighting?

• Overexposing the background

• Using too many lights

• Ignoring light color temperature

• Underexposing the subject

What common lighting pattern is used in Hollywood films to create depth?

• Butterfly lighting

• Rembrandt lighting

• Loop lighting

• Split lighting

What does high key lighting typically eliminate?

• Contrast

• Color

• Shadows

• Brightness

What is a common mistake regarding light quality by beginners?

• Overuse of hard light

• Using only natural light

• Ignoring light modifiers

• Exclusively using soft light

What should be the first step to make a scene brighter?

• Increase the camera's ISO

• Move to a brighter location

• Bring in more light

• Open the aperture wider

What is a sign of amateur filmmaking in terms of lighting?

• Only the subject is well lit

• Using too many light sources

• Lighting spaces, not just faces

• Using colored lights

How can you create separation between your subject and the background?

• Using a smaller aperture

• Changing the camera angle

• Using a rim light

• Moving the subject closer to the camera

What is the ideal IRE range for key lit parts of the face in most films?

• 10-30 IRE

• 40-75 IRE

• 20-50 IRE

• 80-100 IRE

What does understanding color temperature help with?

• Creating a clean look

• Making the scene brighter

• Reducing the need for post-production

• All of the above

What is a creative use of color contrast in lighting?

• To make the scene appear larger

• To create depth and visual interest

• To reduce shadows

• To highlight the subject