Butterfly Lighting: How to Create Flattering & Professional Beauty Shots | Art of Cinematography

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Butterfly Lighting: How to Create Flattering & Professional Beauty Shots | Art of Cinematography

🎬 Master Butterfly Lighting for Stunning Cinematic Portraits

In this video, discover the butterfly lighting technique — a timeless lighting setup used in beauty campaigns, corporate videos, and high-end cinematic productions. Learn how to create a flattering and youthful look with soft shadows, glowing skin, and enhanced catchlights.

🎥 Whether you're shooting professional interviews, product promos, or short films, this tutorial breaks down:

The positioning and setup of butterfly lighting

How to control intensity and shadow

Ways to achieve clean, polished cinematic looks

Tips for catchlights and eye-level framing

Kyle Loftus is a seasoned director and cinematographer with a decade of experience in the industry. Throughout his career, he has partnered with globally recognized brands such as Gatorade, the Orlando Magic, Timberland, Puma, and many more. His exceptional talent has earned him numerous awards, including accolades from prestigious events like the Miami Independent Film Festival and the Hollywood International Independent Documentary Film Festival.

A multilingual individual fluent in both Spanish and English, Kyle's passion for storytelling has taken him to over 25 countries and counting. He thrives on connecting with diverse communities and cultures, driven by a deep desire to share impactful stories that resonate globally. Through his work, Kyle continually seeks to inspire, provoke thought, and spark conversations that matter.

Kyle Loftus is a USA based filmmaker and creative director with a relentless passion for visual storytelling and working with brands and individuals on a mission to positively impact the world.