Photography Studio Lighting Exam

What is the primary light source in a studio lighting setup called?

• Fill Light

• Key Light

• Backlight

• Hair Light

Which lighting setup uses a soft shadow under the subject’s nose that loops toward the cheek?

• Split Lighting

• Butterfly Lighting

• Loop Lighting

• Clamshell Lighting

What is the function of a Fill Light?

• To create sharp shadows

• To add a rim of light around the subject

• To reduce shadows and soften the lighting

• To light the background

Rembrandt Lighting creates what distinctive feature on the subject’s face?

• A small triangle of light under one eye

• Even light with no shadows

• A spotlight on the face

• A butterfly-shaped shadow under the nose

What does a Diffuser do in a studio lighting setup?

• Focuses the light into a narrow beam

• Softens the light by spreading it evenly

• Blocks the light entirely

• Adds color to the light

High Key Lighting is typically used to create:

• Dark, moody images

• Bright, minimal shadow images

• High-contrast portraits

• Dramatic lighting effects

(a)   is used to block or shape light in specific patterns.

• Gobo
• Softbox
• Grid

Match the following lighting techniques with their primary uses:

• Side lighting is used to:

• Separate the subject from the background

• Backlight (Rim Light) is used to:

• Illuminate the background

• Fill light is used to:

• Light the subject from the side

• Background lighting is used to:

• Soften the shadows on the face

Strobe Light (Flash) differs from Continuous Light in that it:

• Provides a constant light source

• Produces a short, powerful burst of light

• Is used for natural light photography

• Cannot be modified with softboxes or diffusers

Soft Light creates harsh shadows with sharp edges.

• True

• False