Personally I like to add a tiny bit of light in the shadows of at least the main subject in my work. Even if it is barely visible it separates the area from pitch black and gives a feeling for the shape.
But that is personal preference, both approaches are great to use. Depends on subject, so when in doubt I sometimes make to versions and decide what looks better.
Thank you!
You know, I thought the very same thing as I was waiting for the render.
Personally I like to add a tiny bit of light in the shadows of at least the main subject in my work. Even if it is barely visible it separates the area from pitch black and gives a feeling for the shape.
But that is personal preference, both approaches are great to use. Depends on subject, so when in doubt I sometimes make to versions and decide what looks better.