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Control refers to the methods we use to shape and color the light emitted from our light sources. Part of the beam of a light could be blocked in order to create a shadow in a specific area of the subject. | |||
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The film noir movies of the 40's made frequent use of shadow placement to heighten the drama. In this example, the light through the window is significantly blocked so that a distinct shadow falls across the subject's face, with only part of the subject's face lit by sunlight .
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Another method of controlling light is to place translucent material in front of the light which alters the light's beam or color. Rock concerts achieve their colored lighting effects with this method.
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