While at home this weekend for Fall Break (yay!) I was really surprised by the light. This is a photo of my backyard and there were so many elements and techniques, we had learned about in class, that could be applied to this photo. First, in the shade you can see the blue wash of daylight. We learned about the Kelvin Scale in class and how blue is the most intense light. You also mentioned how first time lighting designers often make the mistake of making sunlight yellow, when it is in fact blue. It is easy to see the blue here. Second, outside of the shade, closer to the pool, is more warm light. The ground is reflecting yellows and maybe some oranges, giving a more amber look. Lastly, the coolest thing, I think, are the shadows and light coming through the trees. It really does look like a gobo has cast these patterns. The main light source in the picture is the sun, and it is cool to see how different objects look when they are hit by sunlight vs not hit by sunlight. I felt very calm and at peace looking around my yard during this time of day, 3:00pm, because the light is not too intense and the shadows are being cast everywhere.
oh it's so peaceful and serene! Love the rich splashes of colors from the crisp, cool sunlight! Also love those dapples and shadows that the foliage is creating! Note the blue sunlight reflecting off of the chair on the patio too, really neat! Great photo and commentary!
ReplyDeleteSomething I noticed in this picture are the shadows that the large trees straight back cast onto the ground. The shadows show just how big the trees are and how much shade they actually provide. In addition, I like the difference in light between under the covered space (I think that's where you took the picture), and outside in the open where the sun is able to fully be seen. Also, it's interesting to note the different green tones in this picture. The trees, grass, and plant in the center are all green, but different shades of green, even if ever so slightly different. This just reinforces the importance of color in lighting when trying to create a realistic scene in a theatrical setting. Great picture, Natalie!! So much dimension and so many elements to look at!!
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