Chiaroscuro

In a detailed paragraph, explain what chiaroscuro is. How can it be used to create depth in the images you record? How can you put this into action going forward with your projects?

Chiaroscuro refers to the the highlights and shadows in a frame that creates the allusion of depth in a two dimensional image. This technique can be used to emphasize a specific part of the image by concentrating the highlights of the image on the important subject matter. Lighting emphasis can also be accomplished by incorporating colored lights. Simply angling a lighting source differently can add drama to the image. Going forward, I can use this technique to reflect lighting with the scene's intended meaning. I can also incorporate this technique in creating a shot that emphasizes certain points within the frame.