controluce
Controluce is the Italian term for backlighting in photography and cinematography. It refers to a lighting arrangement in which the main light source is positioned behind the subject relative to the camera. This setup often produces a strong contrast and can render the subject as a dark silhouette against a bright background, sometimes with a rim or halo around translucent edges.
In practice, controluce is used to emphasize shape, contour, and mood, or to separate the subject from
Exposure and technique are central to controlling the effect. Because the subject is lit from behind, cameras
Practical tips include shooting against a bright sky or during sunrise or sunset, using manual exposure or