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May 31

Cinematic Portrait Lab: Live Lighting & Direction

Step into the creative process of crafting bold, cinematic portraits using continuous lighting.
When:

May 31, 2026
2:00pm PST

Where:

The Collective Seattle

Address:

400 Dexter Avenue North
Seattle, WA 98109

Enjoy live music with musical artist IZZY BURNS while Reza Malayeri and Galvin Collins will showcase how to shape light with Godox LED systems & Sony Cameras to create striking, personality-driven images This session goes beyond technical setup—it’s about discovering character, building mood, and translating an artist’s identity into a powerful visual. What You’ll Learn: How to build a compelling portrait using a combination of GodoxLED fixtures The impact of light modifiers on shaping mood, texture, and depth The balance of hard vs. soft light—and how to use both intentionally Techniques for collaborating with your subject to draw out authentic expression and tone Real-time problem solving and creative decision-making on set Bonus: We’ll wrap with a “B Set” creative segment—a more experimental lighting setup where we push boundaries, try new ideas, and have some fun with the process.