Free Download: Lighting Types Explained Guide (for Beginners)

Not sure when to use a key light vs a fill light? Or how strobes compare to flash or constant lighting?
This beginner-friendly guide breaks down every major type of camera lighting — with practical tips, real-world use cases, and gear recommendations to help you shoot with confidence. In this guide, you will learn:

• The role of key, fill, back, rim, hair, and practical lights

• When to use flash, strobes, or constant lighting

• How ambient and natural light fit into your setup

• The purpose of modifiers like softboxes, reflectors, and gels

• Foundational knowledge every creator should know