What is painting with light?

"Painting with light" is a photographic technique that involves manipulating light sources to create artistic images, usually in a dark environment. This technique can be divided into two main categories: light painting photography and light painting in traditional visual art.

Light Painting Photography

In photography, "painting with light" refers to the process of moving a light source while taking a long-exposure photograph to illuminate a subject or to create designs, shapes, or words within the frame. Here’s a step-by-step explanation of how it's typically done:

1. Setup: The camera is placed on a stable surface or a tripod to prevent any movement. The environment is usually dark or has low light.

2. Long Exposure: The camera is set to a long exposure time, ranging from a few seconds to several minutes, depending on the desired effect and ambient light conditions.

3. Light Source: Various light sources can be used, such as flashlights, LEDs, glow sticks, or even smartphones.

4. Movement: The light source is moved around in the scene or directed at specific parts of the subject. This can involve drawing shapes, writing words, or simply illuminating areas to create different textures and highlights.

5. Capture: As the camera's shutter remains open, it captures the path of the light source, creating streaks of light or illuminated patterns in the resulting photograph.

What Can Be Painted with Light?

• Automobiles

• Motorcycles

• Air Planes

• Homes and Commercial Buildings

Practical Applications

• Photography: Light painting is often used in creative photography for artistic portraits, landscapes, and abstract images.

• Cinematography: Techniques of light painting can be used in film and video production to create special lighting effects.

• Art Installations: Artists use light painting to create immersive experiences in galleries and public spaces.

What Does it Cost for Light Painting?

Generally, the larger the subject, the more time it takes to create the final image, obviously the more it’s going to cost. We certainly can provide you with an estimate.

Can I Have Different Angles Taken of the Same Image?

In all practicality…no. Once in object is placed, i.e. an automobile or motorcycle, it must not move throughout the entire process which could take a up to 2 of hours.

Can I Add Myself or Someone Else to the Photograph?

Yes, but there will be an extra nominal fee for this addition.

What’s Included?

• Up to 2 hours of photography of your subject

• 16”x24” Metal Wall Portrait*

• Option to upgrade and/or purchase more wall portraits

*Wall prints are only available in metal or acrylic finishes only