Join us for an immersive light painting workshop where you’ll step into the world of long exposures, glowing trails, and unforgettable portraits in this immersive live demo, with photographer and light painting artist Susan Magnano. Susan is exciting to be collaborating with Midwest Photo and Nanlite for this unique experience!
In this 3 hour hands-on workshop, Susan will reveal how to turn ordinary darkness into a luminous canvas using simple tools like flashlights, LED wands, and handmade modifiers. She’ll share behind-the-scenes tips on how she crafts surreal, eye-catching portraits with light, and demonstrate live how you can do it too—no studio or fancy gear required.
You’ll learn:
- How to set up for light painting portraits
- Creative tools & techniques to shape light in-camera
- Tips for working with models and movement in the dark
- How to use light to elevate your storytelling and stand out
Whether you’re a portrait photographer, a night shooter, or simply looking to break creative boundaries, this session will light your imagination on fire.
This workshop will be hosted at the Sycamore Studio to practice conducting Light Painting in a studio space, using controlled lighting to create epic light painted portraits!
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
Susan Magnano’s artistry shines brightest in the darkness. As a photographer, explorer, and educator, she is renowned for her expertise in light painting, long exposures, and night photography, constantly pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling.
After getting her start as a photojournalist, Susan transitioned her skill for capturing moments into shooting events and portraits. As an award-winning photographer with over 20 years of experience, Susan is a respected educator in the industry and now shares her innovative techniques and globally-cultivated perspective on her Photo Adventures.
Susan is an Ambassador for Nanlite, BenroUSA, and NiSi.
