What psychological effect does shooting a subject from a low camera angle typically evoke in the viewer regarding the subject's power or status?
Shooting a subject from a low camera angle positions the camera below the subject's eye line, looking upwards. This perspective universally evokes a psychological effect of increased power, dominance, authority, and high status in the viewer's perception of the subject. The visual mechanism at play is that the subject appears taller, larger, and more physically imposing within the frame. This exaggerated stature mimics the real-world experience of looking up at figures of authority or superiority, thereby subconsciously positioning the viewer in a perceived inferior or subordinate role. The subject consequently looms over the viewer, occupying a dominant visual space and conveying a sense of their significant importance and influence.