Lighting techniques are used to conveniently illuminate a scene or subject, whether in photography, film or television. Light is the most important factor in photographic art and its correct control is decisive to guarantee the final result. It consists of directing and bouncing light towards an object with the intention that it can be recorded by the camera. Light is fundamental in photography since without it it is not possible to capture an image. Apart from being an essential physical factor in the photographic process, light has a plastic function of expression and modeling that confers such a meaning and character that many times it alone determines the quality of a photograph, although this depends on the taste of the photographer. and the technique you use. Light has the plastic function of expression and modeling that gives it a meaning and a character that in most cases determines the overall quality of the photograph. Knowing how to use it, direct it and bounce it towards an object can vary according to the technique and style of the photographer. To master photographic lighting, it is necessary to know what the elements involved are and some basic concepts and techniques that we present to you in this new book. The study of the behavior of light and the knowledge of the bases by which photographs are formed will undoubtedly be the first pillar that we must establish to improve our training as photographers. The importance of light is such that without it it would be impossible to take a photograph, just as without oil you cannot paint a canvas. This book is part of the series "Higher Education in Photography" dedicated to the study of photography where we will address all matters related to this discipline. The series includes the following titles: 1. Black and White Art 2. Color and Photography 3. The Exposure 4. Focus and Sharpness 5. Photographic Illumination 6. Composition and Photographic Language 7. The Digital Camera 8. Photographic Lens 9. Practical guide of Lightroom 10. Photoshop for Photographers Contents: Optical Properties of Light. Color Temperature and White Balance. Factors involved in lighting. How to Measure Light. The photometer or exposure meter. Aesthetic Aspects of Lighting. Tips for Photographing with Natural Light. Take advantage of the Shadows in your Photos. The Zone System. Tonal Keys; High Key and Low Key. Technical Aspects of Lighting. Flash or Continuous Light. Flash features. External Flash (Compact). Flash lighting accessories. 5 in 1 floodlight. Diffusers For Your External Flash. The Softbox and the Umbrella. The Camera Flash. Flash Synchronization Modes. The Professional Studio Flash. Basic Lighting Scheme. Scheme According to its Directionality. Types of Lighting according to its Aesthetics. Lighting Schemes Based on 5 in 1 Reflector. Lighting Schemes Natural Light from a Window. Backlit Lighting Basic Schemes. Lighting Schemes with 2 Light Sources. Lighting Schemes with 3 Light Sources. Lighting Schemes with 4 (or more) Light Sources.