Which lighting style is described as directing under the nose?

• A. Butterfly Lighting
• B. Area Focus
• C. Display Size
• D. Cropping Options

Answer: (A)

Placement of the key light high and in front of the subject creates a small shadow under the nose that mirrors a butterfly across the upper lip. This defining feature is what makes butterfly lighting recognizable. It’s a classic glamour technique because the elevated, forward position smooths the eye area and highlights cheekbones, giving a flattering, even look. The other terms refer to parts of the workflow like focus area, output size, or cropping, not to how light is positioned or how shadows form, so they don’t describe a lighting style.