Studio Lighting Workshops: Master Light and Shadow

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.