Rim light
轮廓光 · 勾边光 · 逆光 · 背光 · backlight
What it is
Light from behind traces a bright edge along hair and shoulders.
When to use it
Separates the subject from the background; adds depth and atmosphere.
When not to
When the background is already bright and the edge won't read.
Often confused with
- Silhouette
A silhouette has a black front; rim light keeps the front visible.
Common generation mistakes
SymptomThe edge vanishes and the subject merges with the background.
FixState a strong back light tracing a bright edge on hair and shoulders.