Lens flares<\/a>, though in the past considered a flaw when seen in films, are\u00a0everywhere now<\/a>. They’re a great tool to turn to when you want to add depth<\/strong> and atmosphere<\/strong> to your project. How are they created?\u00a0Basically, lens flares<\/strong> occur when direct light hits a camera’s sensor,\u00a0creating a stream of shapes and color<\/strong>\u00a0that washes across the screen.\u00a0DNews<\/a>\u00a0released this exquisite video on how lens flares form and where they come from.<\/p>\n