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Will a black reflector reflect light?Updated 4 months ago

In still and motion capture black surfaces subtract light. If your subject is too evenly lit and you want to add depth, you can come in close with the black panel and eliminate light coming from or reflecting from that direction. Creating depth and dimensions to your scene is achieved through highlights and shadows. A reflector kit offering multiple surfaces allows you to refine the existing light.

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