How to Write With Light – Light Painting Magic Tutorial

In this Light Painting Video Tutorial, Jason D. Page shows how to Write with Light using tools from Light Painting Brushes.
This tutorial is perfect for beginners, but even experienced artists may pick up a few helpful tips.

When writing with light, keep these tips in mind:

• Use an omnidirectional light source, such as the tools from Light Painting Brushes or a DIY option explained in this tutorial.
• If you want your results SOOC (Straight Out of Camera), you must write backwards — that means start on your right (Camera Left).

Watch the Full Tutorial

Gallery: Light Writing Examples

Gear Used in This Tutorial

• Light Tools: Light Painting Brushes
• Camera: Canon 6D Mark II
• Lens: Rokinon 14mm
• Lens: Sigma 24–105
• Tripod: Neewer Carbon Fiber Tripod
• Remote Shutter: Shutter Release

Want to explore more Light Painting techniques? Visit our Light Painting Tutorials Library or start with our beginner-friendly Light Painting 101 guide.