Photography Lighting Tips 

This post originally appeared in the Multimedia Tips and Tricks blog (SMDC), which was reorganized into Research Tech Tips as of September 2025. The services described in this article are still available through the Research Data and Design Commons (RDDC).

Text and video by Kyle Krieger, Student Multimedia Design Center    

With photography, one of the most important things to be aware of is the lighting. Photography is the capture of light, and as such, proper lighting techniques are the foundation of a successful photo shoot.  

The video below provides advice on proper lighting techniques and discusses useful tips for setting up for a photoshoot!  

At the Student Multimedia Design Center (SMDC) in Morris Library, you can borrow cameras and lighting equipment to make the most out of any photoshoot. Stop by and check out what equipment and services the SMDC has to offer!   

Credits: The images in this video were obtained either via Kyle Kreiger or pixabay.com.