Light Orb and Zoom Burst Photography

NB: NEW MEETING POINT (late joiners, pls call 07405 371482)

This series of workshops covers the basic elements required to creatively utilise different light sources to produce a variety of interesting effects.

You will learn how to construct basic light painting tools including orb lights and light rails, be instructed on the proper technique to use them, and will be shown how to produce a number of different zoom burst effects whilst shooting from the same position for each one. If conditions allow, there may be a demonstration of burning steel wool.
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Skill level

This course requires basic camera knowledge, and competence in it's operation. You must know how to set/change ISO, manual operation (including focus), and bulb. If you are unsure please bring your camera manual.

Some post-processing of your images may be required in order to balance extreme contrast ranges, otherwise, all lighting effects are produced in-camera. Therefore it would be an advantage if you know how to shoot RAW.

Required Equipment

A camera with bulb function
A wired shutter release (bulb lock if possible)
A tripod

If you are missing any component listed above, do not book a place on this workshop.

You should have a zoom lens (in the ranges of 16-70mm) to be able to do zoom bursts. You may need a spare battery as exposures will typically be 45 seconds - and it's cold out there!

Organisers will bring lights. Any flashguns and diffusers needed will also be provided.

In order to ensure sufficient shooting time, and adequately cover the key elements, this course is strictly limited to 5 participants per organiser. More places may be added if there is demand.