These are the really basic things you need to know before getting started. If you are completely new to light painting, have a look at these videos.

An Introduction

The School of Light is all about fun, exploration and growth. In this video ill give you a brief outline of content.

SAFETY

Light Painting is a huge amount of fun, but safety is super important. This video looks at a few of my tips for staying safe when out shooting. This is not just for light painting, it relates to all photography really! Enjoy, and please be safe. Peace, Denis

History and Techniques

Yes, our art form has an incredible history, you are going to hear about Matisse, Picasso and light painting images from 1889! A huge thanks to Jason Page for his hard work compiling all of this.

Tutorial Processes

Creating tutorial for light painting is complex, let’s tale a look at how things will roll out, techniques we will be using etc.

What to Wear Light Painting

This may seem obvious, but there are so many factors to consider when out light painting. You need be dressed dark. It might be cold, wet or really hot! In the video we look at the reasons we make these choices, with some examples of where it can go wrong. Most of all, dress safely!

Camera Gear or Light Painting

Let's scratch the surface of the things you need to get started, and where we go from there. Tripods, remotes, cameras and more. The wonderful thing about Light Painting is that you can get started with surprisingly little.

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LIGHT PAINTING BASICS