Episode 05
Why Size Matters: The Surprising Truth About Light Sources
What’s the real difference between hard and soft light? In this episode, Kam and Eras break down Eric Upside Brown’s exploration of light quality and how it all comes down to size. Learn how shadow transitions define soft and hard light, why size and distance of light sources matter, and how to create flattering or dramatic effects for your portraits.
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