Lighting techniques are invaluable for filmmakers at every level. For a director, they can help you communicate with your cinematographer.

The following lesson was created by Vimeo for its Vimeo Video School. It's used here with permission. Look for a new lesson each week. Three-Point Lighting is the basic lighting setup to use when you ...

The art of film lighting is about more than just brightening up a set. The right lighting setup can evoke a certain emotion, create a connection with the audience, and illuminate the subtext of both ...