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Practical exercise

Using reflectors for fill light: try it yourself

1. DIY Reflector

Use white foam board, aluminum foil, or bed sheet opposite window.

2. Fill Shadow Test

Photograph face with and without reflector; see shadow reduction.

3. Colour Reflectors

Try gold (warm), silver (bright), white (soft); compare results.

4. Bounce Flash

Use white card to bounce built-in flash upward for softer light.

5. Two-Side Fill

Use two reflectors (left and right) for even, shadowless lighting.