

One thing to avoid is overhead lighting – it can cast unflattering shadows on your subjects’ faces.

If you’re filming indoors, you will need to be more intentional about the types of lights you use and where you place them. If you do have to film in the middle of the day, try to do so on a cloudy day, or find a shady area for softer light.ĭo your best to get your footage in the morning or evening, when the light is softer. Midday light coming from straight overhead can cast harsh shadows on your subjects, while morning and evening light is more flattering. If you’re filming in natural light, do your best to get your footage in the morning or evening, when the light is softer. The sun is one of the best light sources for video.
