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Look through assorted photographic websites and find some examples of subjects lit by hard light and examples of subjects lit by soft light. Describe the effect the light has on the subject’ texture, form and detail, and the overall mood of the picture.

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Hard Lighting 

Here is an example of Hard Light photography. In this example the light is very strongly on the subjects face. This makes the main focus on her face and makes the rest of the picture almost blend into the background. With Hard Light photography it mainly shows a strong part of the subject but then dims the rest of the subject. This makes the mood of the photo very intense.  The shadows in these photos are also a lot darker and bigger in these photos. 

Ervin Sperla
Hard Lighting 

Makenna Boley

Here is an example of Soft Light Photography. This lighting is a lot less harsh and creates a softer tone for the photo. With Soft Lighting more of the subject is shown. Instead of the light just focusing on one part of the subject, it lights up the entire subject. It creates a lighter mood compared to Hard Lighting.  Also in Soft Lighting, there is less and lighter shadows.

Kate Williams