Creative Lighting Lab: Cyberpunk Neon Portraits
Schedule
Sat Feb 21 2026 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
UTC-07:00Location
1930 E. 3rd Street #15 , Tempe, AZ, United States, Arizona 85288 | Tempe, AZ
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This Creative Lighting Lab is a live studio build and guided shooting experience focused on creating cyberpunk-inspired neon portraits using continuous light and RGB LED lighting.We'll be building a neon scene together from the ground up, explaining creative and technical decisions along the way. You’ll see how color, contrast, light placement, and exposure work together to create a cinematic, futuristic portrait style.
Once the lighting is complete, participants will have the opportunity to photograph and direct a CyberPunk styled model in a controlled studio environment. This is a hands-on session where you can ask questions, observe adjustments in real time, and apply what you’re seeing directly to your own shooting. This event is designed for a mix of beginners and intermediate photographers.
What we’ll cover:
Building a portrait lighting setup using continuous and RGB LED lights
How color choices affect mood and skin tone
Light placement, contrast, and background separation
Camera settings and exposure considerations for RGB lighting
Directing a model and composing intentional portraits
What to bring:
Your own camera and lens
A basic understanding of how to operate your camera
Curiosity and a willingness to experiment
Event details:
Duration: 2.5 hours
Date: Saturday, February 21st 10:00 AM
Group size: Limited to 15 participants
Location: Matte Black Camera Rentals
Cost: $55
Sign up: https://matteblackcamerarentals.com/phoenix-photography-classes-and-events/
This is not a traditional photography class. It’s a creative lab designed to give you insight into the decision-making behind a finished lighting setup, along with the chance to shoot and direct in a professional studio environment.
*Classes will be canceled if there are no signups by Friday.
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