LIGHT PAINTING, THE PROCESS

I thought my first experience with light painting would be a nascent series of imagery but I found it to be quit the opposite.

My attempt of light painting began in an abundant warehouse space of my first gallery, Jackson Artworks, in Omaha. The space was totally empty and dar, so very dark.

Letting go of any expectation or control. I set up the model within a  section of the space, fumbling around in the darkness, playing with the movement of the candles, flashing lights, as my light source, in conjunction with a strobe light setting the timer on various speeds for long exposures. It turned out to be a fanciful experience.

Movement was crucial. Whether it was a gesture from the model or the redirection of the light source or the transition of the drapery.

This process I have tried to duplicate this setup in other studio spaces and have never been able to duplicate  the results. One of the biggest lessons of this experimentional process sadly and frustratingly is accepting I could not replicate  this effect.

Even though I used the same equipment and timing. I truly believe it was a magical experience.

I am grateful for the images that came out in this happenstance process and for the opportunity to enjoy the playfulness of the moment of creation.