How Lighting Affects Color in Sneakers

How Lighting Affects Color in Sneakers

Have you ever wondered why the same pair of sneakers can look completely different in photos?

- A Closer Look at Suede and Leather

(Travis Scott Jordan 1 Low Mocha)

When it comes to photographing sneakers, lighting and background play a major role. Even with high-quality materials like mocha suede or premium leather, small changes in the light — cool vs. warm, indoor vs. natural — can result in noticeable color shifts.

(Jordan 4 Retro Off-White Sail)

This is especially true when comparing batch to retail. A shoe may appear more faded, saturated, or glossy depending on the brightness, background, and device used.

(Air Force 1 Low)

(Air Force 1 High)

Even under identical backdrops, subtle changes in shadow can create a different visual tone, especially on textured materials like nubuck or suede.

(Nike SB Dunk Low City of Love Burgundy Crush)

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