Join our Lighting Design Workshop to master the essentials of lighting — from understanding different light sources and their effects on your shoots to hands-on practice with professional equipment. Over two days, refine your techniques, receive personalized feedback, and enhance your skills in creating visually compelling and professional-quality images fit for editorials and campaigns.

September 6th and 7th, 2025

Who is this for:

Mid-level intermediate. Mainly photographers with basic knowledge who want to expand their expertise in the use of light.

Crucial Points

Explain hierarchies of crew roles and how to be more efficient on set.- Understand the light theory and how to achieve consistent results using different light sources.- How to analyze references and how that applies to on-set lighting setups from scratch- Learn to communicate your ideas and vision using the proper language about light references.

Pricing for this workshop is $375. 

About the Instructors

Albert Font is a Spanish photographer and lighting designer based in New York, working internationally across fashion, commercial, and personal projects. With a background in cities like London, Berlin, Barcelona, and Madrid, Albert brings a rich, cross-cultural perspective to his visual work.Specializing in lighting direction, he blends technical expertise with creative vision to shape mood and narrative through light. His workshops focus on practical, real-world techniques that empower creatives to use lighting as a powerful storytelling tool.Instagram: @al.bertfg

Francisco Rios is a Spanish cinematographer based in New York, working internationally across fashion and commercial projects. His work moves fluidly between motion and stills, with a focus on visual storytelling that merges elegance and edge.With clients like Nike, Givenchy, and Loewe, Francisco’s visual language is bold, and rooted in both European and American aesthetics. His strongest asset as a workshop teacher is his deep technical knowledge of lighting, which he uses as a foundation for creative expression.Instagram: @frank__rios

What to Expect

Day 1 — 9/69 am - 6 pm

Day 1: Understanding Lighting Fundamentals

The day begins with a discussion using real-world examples to explore key lighting principles and how they influence images. Participants will examine different light sources—natural and artificial—and learn how to use them effectively in various settings.

We’ll cover the qualities of light (soft, harsh, diffused) and how each affects mood and subject appearance. Practical demos will show how light direction and intensity can transform a scene.

The session also introduces essential studio gear—light stands, clamps, reflectors, diffusers, and more. Participants will get hands-on practice adjusting and positioning equipment to control light.

By the end of Day 1, attendees will have a strong foundation in lighting theory and practical skills, ready to apply and refine their techniques throughout the workshop.

Day 2 — 9/79 am - 5 pm

Day 2: Hands-On Lighting Practice and Advanced Techniques

Day 2 focuses on applying lighting skills through live demos and hands-on practice with professional gear like strobes, continuous lights, reflectors, and modifiers. Participants will explore how different setups affect mood, texture, and composition.

After demonstrations, attendees will experiment with lighting configurations, adjusting equipment and positioning subjects to see how each change impacts the image. Instructors will offer personalized feedback and troubleshooting support throughout.

Group discussions and Q&A sessions will deepen understanding and encourage knowledge sharing. By day’s end, participants will have practical experience and a stronger command of using light to shape powerful, well-composed photographs.