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Lighting African American on black background

Lighting African American on black background

by Stanley LearyJune 26, 2012September 1, 2025

This is one of my favorite photos that I have ever made. I think the model brought as much to this session as I did lighting her. I love her hair, the turtle neck and…

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4 responses to “Lighting African American on black background”

  1. Stanley Leary Avatar
    Stanley Leary
    June 27, 2012

    Thanks Pablo Conrad.

  2. Stanley Leary Avatar
    Stanley Leary
    June 27, 2012

    Thanks Pablo Conrad.

  3. pabloconradphotography Avatar
    pabloconradphotography
    June 27, 2012

    Great advice Stanley.

    I am not a fan of the ubiquitous “full frontal” lighting. It's flat and boring.

    This adds depth, character, and texture.

    Thanks for the tips.

    I have an assignment coming up where this will come in hand.

  4. pabloconradphotography Avatar
    pabloconradphotography
    June 27, 2012

    Great advice Stanley.

    I am not a fan of the ubiquitous “full frontal” lighting. It's flat and boring.

    This adds depth, character, and texture.

    Thanks for the tips.

    I have an assignment coming up where this will come in hand.

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