BEND THE LIGHT, BREAK THE RULES: Creative Lighting That Evokes Emotion

BEND THE LIGHT, BREAK THE RULES: Creative Lighting That Evokes Emotion

From flash to feeling—learn to shape light with emotion, depth, and creative intent

By Adorama

Date and time

Thursday, June 19 · 5 - 6pm EDT

Location

Adorama Event Space

42 W 18th St New York, NY 10011

About this event

  • Event lasts 1 hour

In this dynamic session, Chloe Ramirez will guide photographers through the art of using light as a storytelling tool. With a focus on strobe lighting, attendees will learn how to shape light with intention, create atmosphere through shadow and contrast, and approach lighting as a creative signature rather than a technical checklist.

Whether you are working in a studio or on location, this class will inspire you to think beyond traditional lighting techniques and explore bold, emotive approaches that bring depth and cinematic quality to your work.

What you'll learn:

  • Techniques for creating cinematic lighting using strobes
  • How to shape light with emotion and mood in mind
  • Approaches to building atmosphere through shadow, contrast, and creative direction
  • Confidence to move beyond “safe” lighting and take creative risks with intention

Chloe Ramirez photographer and educator

Chloe Ramirez is an award winning photographer and educator known for crafting cinematic, emotionally charged imagery that feels as bold as it is intimate. Based in California, Chloe’s work has been featured by Nikon, Worlds Best Wedding Photos, Profoto, Rangefinder Magazine and she’s been invited to speak on some of the industry’s biggest stages including WPPI, BILD Expo, Click Away, Reset and Shutterfest.


With a career built on storytelling and rule breaking, Chloe is redefining what it means to photograph love, connection, and identity. Her signature approach blends editorial edge with raw emotion, capturing images that feel more like frames from a film than traditional portraits.

Beyond the camera, Chloe is a passionate educator and mentor, championing photographers through workshops, speaking engagements, and now, her unapologetic podcast Hot Girls Photograph Love. Whether she’s leading a shoot or a conversation, Chloe moves with intention, heart, and a fire to shift the industry forward.

Connect with Chloe here:

Instagram: chloeramirezphoto

Website: chloeramirezeducation.com

Check out some of Chloe's incredible photos below!

All stills are the property of Chloe Ramirez

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