Low key lighting emphasises the contours of the subject of the photo by casting areas into shade while a reflector may illuminate the shadowed areas to add contrast.

The setup for lowkey lighting is as shown;

The following photos demonstrate lowkey lighting; this lighting technique causes one half of the face to blend into the dark shadows of the background, this creates depth and interest in the photos. Using this can add a mysterious atmosphere to the photos taken.

 

 

High key lighting produces a high amount of light that spreads across the entire shot.

The setup of highkey lighting is as shown:

The following photos demonstrate highkey lighting; this lighting illuminates the whole shot with bright, harsh light. It emphasises the detailed features of the subject. It is usually used against a white background to brighten the image even more. This lighting is used for high fashion photography and modelling.