Definition of light

1a: something that makes vision possible

b: the sensation aroused by stimulation of the visual receptors

c: electromagnetic radiation of any wavelength that travels in a vacuum with a speed of 299,792,458 meters (about 186,000 miles) per secondspecifically : such radiation that is visible to the human eye

Light + Photography

There is an intersection that connects the worlds of light and photography. Without light, it would be impossible to take a picture. Understanding how light plays on surfaces impacts how well you can take a picture as well. Having the ability to frame a scene and record how the light appears is a valuable tool.

Being a lighting designer allows me to understand the essence of light and how it works and can affect a space including the emotions. Being a photographer allows me to understand how to set up a scene with a frame to capture my surroundings. Taking photographs makes me slow down and look at my surroundings. Where the two benefit each other, is that by taking pictures I am more aware of how the light is interacting with my subject. I can then take advantage of that to get the best results. When I am working on a lighting design problem, I often will step back almost as if I am viewing it through a lens to see how the scene appears at various vantage points.

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