Three point lighting is the standard method used in media to illuminate a subject in a desired way, while also controlling the shading and shadows by using three separate lighting positions.
The key light: This is the main light used on the subject.
The fill light: The purpose of this light is to fill in the shadows created by the key light, preventing them from getting too dark.
The back light: This is used to separate the subject from the background.
The key light: This is the main light used on the subject.
The fill light: The purpose of this light is to fill in the shadows created by the key light, preventing them from getting too dark.
The back light: This is used to separate the subject from the background.