What is a Key Light? | Key Light Definition | Film Jargon In 60 Seconds |

Published: 27 January 2021
on channel: Creative Path Films
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What is a key light? In todays video we'll be sharing with you the key light definition as well as a few ways a key light can be used, including its place in a three point lighting setup. The key light in film is an essential ingredient to any cinematic lighting setup!

In this new series of Youtube #shorts we'll be sharing with you different film definitions and tackling some common and often confusing "film jargon", all in under 60 seconds!

So stick around, subscribe to the channel and key an eye our for more film lighting techniques videos and short videos here at Creative Path Films

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