One critical component to photography is lighting. Utilizing lighting effects is the first step towards creating amazing portraits. Dark and moody to high key and energetic, skillful use of lighting makes photography the extraordinary artform that it is. When lighting is used appropriately a lowly servant can be presented with the dignity of a king. The client is always the center of attention and must be granted their just due. A study of lighting is the key to enhance, compliment or accentuate the subject in portraiture.