Soft Window Light

As lighting for character portraits

soft window light — lighting reference image

Diffused daylight falling from one side, the painter's-studio standard since Vermeer. It models faces gently and keeps colors honest, making it the safest choice for realistic, dignified portraits. Works with almost any character; especially good for scholars, healers, and quiet domestic scenes.

Use soft window light in the generator
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