# Contre-jour

> Contre-jour is backlighting: the light source sits behind the subject, producing a rim-light halo, silhouettes and lens glow. It is the classic golden-hour look.

It flatters hair and outlines, hides detail in the face unless filled, and reads as romantic or epic depending on tempo.

## On eroq

A lighting preset in the rack, for images and video alike.

## FAQ

### How do I prompt backlighting?

Pick the Contre-jour preset or write "backlit, rim light halo, lens glow".

## Related

- https://eroq.ai/blog/lighting-and-color-palette-prompts — Lighting guide
- https://eroq.ai/glossary/director-rack — Director's rack

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