until one week ago, I did not know what a “key light” is – heard ir from some streamers while researching how to improve my online presence (as I aim to work from home for as long as possible)

according to our friends at Wikipedia, a key light is part of the classic “three-point-lighting” that is used in studios and for photographers.

so.. while I am totally not familiar with the desired effects (higher or lower than eye line, etc.. etc..) I am very pleased with the results, especially when having a window (sunlight) pouring on from one side.. it nicely sets off the angles and shadows and creates more “depth”

Also, thanks to our friends at Rollei I don’t have to shell out 200 for a cheap elgato light (what all the streamers seem to use) but can get this for 35 <3

now we are talking. (note: powering it from USB port on my laptop made the light flicker a bit.. so I dedicated an old samsung charger (2A output) to it. no more flickering)

not going to start streaming anytime (ever) but this is good for video meetings. It adds depth and presence. (poor doggo dit not like the lightshow and fled the scene halfway)