Light painting workshop.

This workshop should actually be called light drawing because light painting is the technique in which we light up our subject in the darkness with a light. In this workshop we draw shapes in the air, supporting the landscape and/or our model; Light drawing

In the summer of 2019, all available lightpaint workshops often fill up very quickly.
Due to the large queue, it is already possible to book for 2020 with excellent conditions on the beach.

This workshop is given by Mike Muizebelt, author of the expert course Lightpainting,
as published in the September 2019 edition of the leading photography magazine Zoom.nl

When lightpainting on the beach, it is important that the conditions are optimal. When working on the coast, this means that we take ebb and flow into account, so that the structures of and the reflections on the wet sand participate nicely in your composition.

Friday, May 22, 2020

• The sun sets at 9:41 PM
• At 16:09 it is high tide (113cm above NAP) and we work with the ebb. This is reached at 00:25 and is then -76cm below NAP. A difference of almost two meters. So we work on a clean and humid (mirroring) beach.
• Although it is a full moon, it will not be visible during our workshop. So we only work with the minimum ambient light and our tubes.

The global program:
20.15 - 21.30 Theory
21.30 - 22.00 Photograph sunset (bring your filters if you have them!)
22.00 - 23.15 Photographing group images
23.15 ± 24:00 Get started yourself in groups of 3

Friday, June 5, 2020

• The sun sets at 9:58 PM
• At 15:34 it is high tide (119cm above NAP) and we work with the ebb. This is reached at 23:38 and is then -72cm below NAP. A difference of almost two meters. So we work on a clean and humid (mirroring) beach.
• The full moon rises at 21:47 and we may be able to include it in our compositions.

The global program:
20.30 - 21.45 Theory
21.45 - 22.15 Photograph sunset (bring your filters if you have them!)
22.15 - 23.30 Photographing group images
23.30 ± 24:15 Get started yourself in groups of 3

Saturday, June 20, 2020

• The sun sets at 22.07
• At 15:44 it is high tide (108cm above NAP) and we work with the ebb. This is reached at 00:01 and is then -75cm below NAP. A difference of almost two meters. So we work on a clean and humid (mirroring) beach.
• It is new moon this day. So we only work with the minimum ambient light and our tubes.

The global program:
20.30 - 21.45 Theory
21.45 - 22.15 Photograph sunset (bring your filters if you have them!)
22.15 - 23.30 Photographing group images
23.30 ± 24:15 Get started yourself in groups of 3

Saturday, July 4, 2020

• The sun sets at 10:05 PM
• At 15:24 it is high tide (109cm above NAP) and we work with the ebb. This is reached at 23:25 and is then -72cm below NAP. A difference of almost two meters. So we work on a clean and humid (mirroring) beach.
• Although it is a full moon, it will not be visible during our workshop. So we only work with the minimum ambient light and our tubes.

The global program:
20.30 - 21.45 Theory
21.45 - 22.15 Photograph sunset (bring your filters if you have them!)
22.15 - 23.30 Photographing group images
23.30 ± 24:15 Get started yourself in groups of 3

This Lightdrawing workshop is given outside and in the dark, it can be fresh and windy at the coast. So do you realize that before you book this workshop! However, with the right clothing this should not be a problem, I often wear several layers and a windbreaker for my sessions on the beach. Waterproof shoes or boots are a must! The workshop will be moved to another date if the circumstances are really too turbulent.

We start the workshop with a lot of theory. The materials that can be used in this form of photography are discussed in detail. What works well, what works less, but above all: HOW do you use these materials.
We believe that proper lighting of the environment and your work of art is a requirement for a successful photo. So we will discuss the exposure and how to get it well balanced. When compiling this workshop, we have already made all the mistakes ourselves..... we will make sure that you will recognize them and eventually avoid them! You will also learn how to put together your first lightpaint set with a minimal investment. Mike has been making his own lightpaint tubes for a long time and is happy to share this experience with you.

During the blue hour, the light intensity of our lamps will not yet be strong enough. A great time to kill time photographing the coast during the blue hour!

After this, we will take the attributes and start working together, during which you will receive a detailed explanation of the technology in practice during the demonstration. Then you get to work yourself and will Mike Muizebelt assist you with advice and deed.

Intensive and personal guidance

What comes first at Photo United is enjoying your surroundings, being inspired by our subjects and each other, but also having fun with our beautiful hobby; photography. The student is expected to have a pro-active attitude, so that there is good interaction between the student and workshop leader and the group as a whole. This way you get the best return from this exciting photo evening at one of the most varied stretches of beach in the Netherlands.

Location: Beach between Wassenaar and Katwijk (exact location to be announced)
Workshop leader: Mike Muizebelt
Number of participants: a maximum of 9 (due to the 3-person practice groups this time no 8 people)
Level: novice and experienced photographers
Inclusive: snacks & drinks
Time: About 20:00 to 24:00, depending on the date
Supplies: 

• Sufficient basic knowledge to set your aperture, shutter speed and ISO yourself
• A tripod with cable release that also works in the Bulb setting (a wireless release is ideal)
• A wide-angle lens (Anything between 12 and 50mm works perfectly)
• Weatherproof clothing (think wet feet, wind, moisture)