Light Painting for Automotive Photography Workshop

Introduction:

Welcome to the Light Painting for Automotive Photography Workshop! In this hands-on workshop, you will learn how to create stunning and dynamic images of cars using the art of light painting. Light painting is a technique that involves using continous light to illuminate the subject during a long exposure, resulting in captivating and visually striking images.

Workshop Objectives:

By the end of this workshop, you will:

• Understand the fundamentals of light painting and how it can be applied to automotive photography.
• Learn the equipment and tools needed for successful light painting shoots.
• Master techniques to effectively paint light on cars, creating unique and captivating images.
• Comprehend camera settings and exposure considerations for achieving the desired results.
• Gain the ability to use creative lighting to enhance the mood and atmosphere of your automotive photos.

Worksgop Agenda:

1. Introduction to Light Painting

• What is light painting?
• The history and artistry behind the technique.
• How light painting can elevate automotive photography.

2. Essential Equipment and Gear

• Cameras and lenses suitable for automotive photography.
• Tripods and other stabilization tools for long exposures.
• Various light sources and modifiers for painting with light.

3. Planning and Location Scouting

• Choosing the right location for your automotive light painting shoot.
• Understanding the importance of composition and angles.
• Pre-visualizing your shots and creating a shot list.

4. Camera Settings for Light Painting

• Selecting the appropriate camera mode and shooting in manual.
• Understanding ISO, aperture, and shutter speed for long exposures.
• Setting up your camera for optimal light painting results.

5. Light Painting Techniques

• Demonstration: Painting light on a stationary car.
• Painting from different angles to create dimension and depth.
• Using color gels and light stencils for creative effects.

6. Hands-on Light Painting Session

• Participants will have the opportunity to apply the techniques they've learned.
• One-on-one guidance and support from the instructor during the session.
• Experimenting with different lighting styles and effects.

7. Review and Critique

• A group review of the images captured during the hands-on session.
• Constructive feedback from the instructor and peers.

• Introduction to Light Painting
• Essential Equipment and Gear
• Planning and Location Scouting
• Camera Settings for Light Painting
• Light Painting Techniques
• Hands-on Light Painting Session
• Review and Critique

• DSLR/Mirrorless camera (Non Sony Shooters are also welcome)
• Memory Card
• Fully charged camera batteries 
• Tripod (A MUST HAVE)