I found an article online the other day about making your own lighting kit. I had most of what I needed so I decided to give it a try.

http://www.diynetwork.com/diy/hp_cameras_equipment/article/0,2033,DIY_13955_2649651,00.html

I only used two lights (key and fill) rather than the standard three or four. I also used the ceiling light which sort of acted like a background light.

I would like to know what you think of the lighting in the following pictures. Please disregard the backdrop as I used what I had laying around.
Also disregard my poor kids' clothes, hair and poses. They were recruited at the last minute for this little test and didn't have any time to prep. :)

I've never tried to light a scene before and am wondering how I did. Any pointers you can give me will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!