4 Ways to Add Color to Plexiglass Light Painting Tools
In this Light Painting Tool Tutorial, I demonstrate four different ways to add color to your Plexiglass Light Painting Brushes. These tools are among the most versatile in the Light Painting world — great for creating orbs, light-painted wings, portraits, and more. You’ll run out of energy before you run out of creative options.
When you add color to the Plexiglass Tools, the creative possibilities multiply even further. In this tutorial, you’ll learn techniques and tools you can use individually or combine for even more texture, glow, and vibrance in your Light Painting images.
Light Painting Tools & Gear Used
- Plexiglass Tools: Light Painting Brushes
- RGB Light: Light Excursion
- Screw-On Color Filters: Shop Here
- Transparent Vinyl Sheets: Amazon Vinyl
- Flashlight: Soonfire MX66
- Wide Tip Sharpies: Amazon Sharpies
Camera Settings
ISO 100 · Aperture F8–F10 · Exposure: 10–45 seconds in a dark studio environment.
Example Images Using These Techniques
Want more creative tips? Visit our Light Painting 101 guide or browse the full Light Painting Tutorials section.