Join the Flagpole Photographers for an illuminating evening exploring the art of light painting.
Light painting is a captivating photographic technique where you use handheld light sources to “paint” light onto a scene during a long exposure. It’s about transforming the night into a canvas, creating ethereal effects, and capturing photos that are both artistic and otherworldly. This hands-on program will equip you with the skills to create your own stunning light paintings.
Event Highlights
- Open to All: This event is free and open to the public; everyone is welcome to attend.
- Hands-on Stations: Set up and capture photos.
- Growth: Learn about using selective lighting and long exposures to capture more than you see with your eyes.
Equipment
- Camera, Phone, Device …
- Tripod
Agenda
7:00 PM
Social Time: Connect with fellow members and other photography enthusiasts before the meeting starts.
7:30 PM
Meeting Starts: Welcome and club announcements.
7:35 PM
Program Starts: Light Painting Overview
Discover the essential techniques and creative approaches to successful light painting. We’ll cover:
- Gear & Setup: Learn about the most effective light sources (flashlights, LED panels, etc.), camera settings (long exposure, aperture, ISO), and essential equipment (tripods, remote shutter releases).
- Basic Light Painting Techniques: Explore fundamental methods like “painting” with a single light source, using multiple lights, creating light trails, and working with different colors.
- Overview of Stations: Hear about the various stations that have been set up to practice at.
8:00ish PM
Outdoor and Indoor Activity Stations: Hands-On Light Painting! Put your newfound knowledge to the test at our interactive stations. This is your chance to:
- Station 1: Indoor Model – Experiment with creating dynamic light effects in the dark using moving light sources around a model.
- Station 2: Indoor Light Trails – Form patterns with varying colored lights in motion.
- Station 3: Outdoor Illuminated Vehicles – Practice lighting stationary vehicles (possibly including a firetruck if it is not called into use!) from different angles to create dramatic effects.
9:00 PM
Program Ends: Help with take down and farewell.
Newtown Senior Center
Please use the Senior Center Entrance.
8 Simpson St, Newtown, CT.
