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Originally Posted by TheGoldy
I have a question about the definition of "high key". I've looked and found 2 different definitions. One of them has to do with the location of the key light in relation to the model. The other has to do with whether light tones or dark tones are emphasized (i.e. exposure).
I understand that the one being used in this post has to do with exposure. Does anyone use the term when referring to the location of the key light any more? Or should I assume that if a photographer is trying for high key or low key they're always referring to the exposure of the picture?
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If someone says they are trying for high key or low key they are referring to a style. If I were talking about the position of the key light, I'd say "key light was placed high and to the right" or something to that effect. I wouldn't say "I used a high key light...".
-Chip