Shadows and highlights are very important in telling a story through your photos. They help show feelings, set the mood, and make certain parts stand out. Here’s how you can use them well:

1. Create Depth

• Shadows can give your pictures a sense of depth. They make your photos look like they have more layers. For example, if you have a shadow across someone's face in a portrait, it can make the image feel more dramatic.

2. Highlighting Focus

• Highlights can help guide the viewer's eyes to what you want them to notice. For instance, if there’s a sparkling reflection on water, it can draw attention to a calm scene by the lake.

3. Mood Establishment

• Soft shadows can create a peaceful and gentle feeling. On the other hand, strong highlights can make things feel tense or urgent. Think about how a bright sunset feels very different from a dark alleyway.

Try playing around with both natural light (like sunlight) and artificial light (like lamp light) to see how shadows and highlights can change your photos!