Background actor (or BG actor) clothing choices are determined by appearance on camera.
Because the camera has limited dynamic range compared to the human eye, the colors at the extreme ends of the color spectrum should be avoided. These colors do not reproduce well on film, or video, and are reserved for the Main Talent. Background should avoid these colors: Black, White, and Red
Choose colors that are in the mid range of value (i.e. gray level 50%, or medium gray). Choose colors that are NOT overly saturated or brilliant day-glo colors. Pastel and neutral colors are best. Choose colors that are solid, mid tone colors with no inherent pattern or texture.
Remember you are only on camera to make the main event look good. You yourself are NOT the star. You have a supporting roll to make the real STAR look good. Do NOT try and "stand out" Do NOT try and "be noticed" Seek to be a good actor and play a role where you yourself are unimportant, just the character that you play is important.
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William Schaeffer
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