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Production · term

Ambient light

General illumination present in an environment apart from a specifically isolated key source.

In practice

Evaluate its contribution to exposure, color, contrast, reflections, and continuity before adding fixtures.

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Sources

  1. Film Industry Terminology · California Film Commission
  2. E-learning glossary · ScreenSkills

Educational reference only. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, employer, venue, and production context.