Light painting is the art of creating photos by setting long exposure times on a camera and using a moving light source to “paint.” Working in a dark space, you create the light whether on the subject or around it. Tools as simple as a flashlight, color gels, natural light sources such as fire, or even steel wool can help you create beautifully “painted” photographs.

Materials

For this workshop, you will need to bring your own camera and tripod. Your camera should shoot in bulb mode or allow you to set your shutter speed up to 30 seconds. A remote shutter release is also recommended. You should walk out of the workshop with working knowledge of light painting including the use of different tools to create your images.

Richard A. Busch has been an avid photographer since the late 1970’s and continued while in the USAF in the 1980’s. He has run his own photography businesses as well as studios since 1979 and currently has his studio in Bloomfield, CT. His many photographic passions include portrait work, nature, nudes, sports and of course, light painting. He is a Salon Member of the Simsbury Camera Club and has won many awards for his work over the years.

Spots are limited! Reserve yours today!