Incandescent light is a type of illumination produced by heating a material, typically a tungsten filament, until it glows and emits light. Commonly found in traditional household bulbs, this light source produces a warm, yellow-orange colour temperature that differs significantly from daylight or fluorescent lighting.
In photography, incandescent light affects colour balance and can introduce warm tones into images if not corrected. Photographers often adjust white balance settings or use filters to compensate for this lighting type. Understanding incandescent light is important for achieving accurate colour reproduction and for creatively using warm lighting in portraits and indoor photography.