Where there is light, there are shadows. Even in the dimmest light, you’ll find shadows – subtle, yes, but they are there. Shadows can be soft, or they can be bold. They can add mystery, playfulness, drama, depth, and they can add to the story. They can bring out the texture in your subject. They can direct attention to the viewer, when used well compositionally. We focus so much on light, but rarely talk about these shadows. We need to talk about them, for they are just as important as the light. Light is nothing without shadows. Just as we strive to become masters of light, we must strive to become masters of shadow, too.