Reading Time: 7 minutesWhat is Flat lighting? Definition & Meaning Flat lighting is a low-shadow look where faces and sets show minimal light-and-shadow shape. You get it in two common ways: (1) flat front light, where the key light comes from near the camera axis, which hides most shadows behind facial features; (2) flat low-contrast light, where fill… Continue reading What is Flat Lighting? Definition, Uses, and Common Mistakes