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Uplighting
This term describes the illumination of an
object, area or surface from below. Walls, fences and
overhanging tree branches are typical objects suitable
for uplighting.
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Spotlighting
 This
technique employs a focused beam of light, from above
or below, to draw attention to especially attractive plants,
trees, objects, or areas. Spotlights should be shielded
to protect eyes from glare.
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Downlighting
(Moonlighting)
 Downlighting
describes the illumination of an object, area or surface
from above. Moonlighting creates the most natural looking
outdoor light: the light source, usually mounted high
inside the canopy of a tree, bathes the ground with a
soft glow.
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Deck
Lighting
Small fixtures,
designed to complement wood decks, are used to provide
safety and accent lighting.
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Shadowing
The shadow of an
object is projected against a vertical surface by a light
source located in front of the object.
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Crosslighting
 To
illuminate an object or area more thoroughly, use two
or more fixtures. This technique softens shadows.
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Grazing
 Emphasize
a textured surface (tree trunk, stone well, climbing ivy,
etc.) by placing a light source within one foot of that
surface and aiming the light beam parallel to that surface.
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Silhouetting
 Also
called Backlighting, this technique is used to dramatize
an unusually-shaped object. The light source is placed
behind the object and aimed at a vertical surface further
behind the object.
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Path
Lighting
 This
type of lighting enhances flower beds and borders while
safely illuminating pathways.
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Step
Lighting
 These
fixtures are specifically designed to safely illuminate
stairways.
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