Natural Speculative/Diffused light

[Mike Hughes]

Hi

I am just looking for some clarification on the above terminology. Am I correct in thinking that natural speculative light would be sunshine, as able to be reflected on my subject?

Also would diffused natural light therefore be a cloudy day?

May seem a little obvious, but I have two books here with slightly contradictory opinions...any clarification would be great. The shots I require are of a portrait nature.

Thanks!

 

[onform]

As a starting point yes, I think you are correct. But there is more to it as like everything in life...

I think I'm right in saying that a speculative highlight is any point of light or light source that is as bright or brighter than your main intended light source..

 

[Garry Edwards]

Specular light is direct light, e.g. not diffused light.
A specular highlight is a reflection of a light source
Speculative light is a bit of a gamble, probably the name of a horse running in the 3.30...

 

[Mike Hughes]

Cheers guys, as I thought. Glad you noticed the typo......!!!