What is a recommended lighting setup for video sessions?

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For video sessions, the face needs to be clearly visible with even illumination so facial expressions read well on camera. A light that shines toward you from in front provides the main, even coverage across the face, reducing harsh shadows and ensuring your features are easy to read on screen. Adding a secondary light from below eye level acts as a fill to soften shadows that a single front light might still cast, creating a balanced, natural look rather than stark highlights or deep shadows. Lighting from behind risks the camera picking up a silhouette and reduces facial detail, while lighting only from above can create downward shadows that look unflattering and can obscure features. No lighting at all leaves the face dark and hard to see. This combination—front illumination with a smaller fill from below eye level—gives a clear, professional appearance for telehealth.