Light Source Directions in Photography and Illustration #1908803 (License: Personal Use)

This educational diagram demonstrates how varying light source positions-overhead, side, underneath, and offset-alter shadow placement, highlight intensity, and perceived dimensionality on a 3D object (a ladybug). Each panel clearly labels the lighting angle and uses arrows to indicate light path, helping learners visualize lighting principles in illustration and photography.

Used in photography tutorials, digital art courses, or lighting fundamentals guides; targets beginners seeking to understand how light direction influences realism and mood in visual media.