Studio Lighting Workshops: Master Light and Shadow
Master the 'Light ka khel' at my Noida studio. From basic butterfly setups to advanced clamshell techniques, we use flagship gear to sculpt your shots and define your style.
This is a look inside one of my lighting workshops. I demonstrate fundamental techniques like butterfly lighting, explaining not just the 'how' but the 'why' behind every choice to control shadows and shape the face.
Here, I explain how to use a beauty dish in a creative way through feathering. We also use optical fiber lights to make jewelry sparkle, showing how different light sources solve different problems in a single shot.
A simple yet powerful portrait from a basic lighting class. This black and white shot was created with a two-light Profoto setup, demonstrating how to create depth, mood, and emotion with minimal equipment.
This shot is a study in using warm tungsten tones and a low key light to create drama. I teach how to use camera angles and sculpted light to elongate the frame and enhance textures like the sequins on the skirt.
In this clip, I explain how we are simulating direct sunlight in the studio using a light bridge reflector. We also use diffusion panels for fill, giving you a complete breakdown of how to build a complex lighting setup from scratch.
A glimpse from a workshop at MAAC South Extension. I break down concepts like loop lighting in my practical Hinglish style, using a mannequin to demonstrate how light placement creates specific shadows and shapes.
A classic studio portrait using soft window light. We practice how to position the subject to use natural and artificial light sources to create elegant, graceful portraits with beautiful, soft shadows.
This "sunlit dream" effect was created in the studio. We learn to use light to mimic the quality of natural sunlight, creating warm, glowing images with interesting light patterns and textures.
This striking headshot uses a classic lighting setup against a simple pink backdrop. We focus on achieving that perfect glow on the skin using a combination of Profoto and Aputure lights.
A bold and intense portrait achieved with dramatic lighting. The strong contrast between the deep red background and the focused light on the model creates a powerful, moody atmosphere that we learn to control in the studio.
About Studio Lighting: The Art of Light
In these sessions, you won't just watch theory; you will physically handle my Sony A9III and Profoto lights. We break down the '3 D's of Light'—dimension, distance, and direction—so you can see in real-time how moving a single light changes the mood, texture, and drama of a frame.
My studio in Sector 8, Noida, is built for experimentation. Photography is often taught as a rigid set of rules, but I believe it is about understanding how light interacts with your subject. Whether we are practicing the 'sapaat chehra' (flat, glowing face) look using clamshell lighting or using optical fiber attachments to make jewelry sparkle, the goal is the same: to stop guessing your settings and start painting with light.
What we cover in these sessions:
- The Fundamentals: We start with the basics of light placement—butterfly, loop, and rim lighting—using professional strobes to teach you how to shape facial features and create depth.
- Advanced Techniques: Once you're comfortable, we move to complex setups, including how I use projection photography to create cinematic backdrops without travel or heavy editing.
- Equipment Mastery: You get hands-on access to top-tier gear, including the Sony A9III and Aputure Nova panels. I want you to feel the difference that professional modifiers like beauty dishes and parabolic softboxes make compared to basic equipment.
- The 'Light ka khel': We analyze how to simulate natural sunlight, manage high-contrast scenes, and use gels to shift color temperatures for creative, moody portraits.
These workshops are designed for everyone, from beginners struggling with their first flash to professionals looking to refine their studio workflow. There are no boring, hour-long lectures here. We set up, we shoot, we mess up, and we fix it until you get that perfect shot.
SPS Kalra
I am SPS Kalra. I believe photography isn't just about the camera; it's about how you sculpt light. I host these sessions in my Noida studio to help you stop guessing your exposures and start controlling them with confidence.
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