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19+ years of creating freehand light art seen by millions worldwide
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Light Painting under the Northern Lights
Here’s a topic I’ve wanted to add to my Light Journal for a long time - and one I never thought I would get to experi...
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A Year in Light: My Favorite Light Paintings of 2025
As today marks the close of 2025, I always like to pause, look back on what unfolded, and share a few thoughts on whe...
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Behind the Scenes of Viral Light Painting Photography & Animation
Discover how my most viral light painting photos and animations were created - Grinch, skeletons, aliens, and cinematic stories captured over 19 years.
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United by Light: 9 Years of Light Painting Friendship & Collaboration
Explore a rare light painting collaboration between two artists spanning 9 years of creative friendship, culture, and long-exposure artistry on the beach and beyond.
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Light Painting in the Maldives: Tips, Challenges, and Night Sky Magic
Discover what it’s like to photograph and light paint in the Maldives. From seaplane adventures and turquoise waters to the challenges of heat, humidity, and finding dark skies - here’s everything you need to know.
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18 Years of Light Painting – The Evolution of Dariustwin’s Art
Discover the journey of light painting artist Dariustwin - from his first long-exposure experiment in 2007 to viral skeleton animations, dinosaur fossils, and intricate 3D light figures. Explore 18 years of creative evolution and view iconic works.
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What is Light Painting?
Light painting photography is a form of long-exposure photography where the artist uses light as a drawing tool, movi...
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Light Painting Explained: Why the Photographer Doesn’t Appear in Long Exposure Photos
Learn why photographers don’t appear in light painting photos. Discover how long exposure settings, clothing, and ambient light affect the final image.
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How to Know Where to Shine Your Light When Light Painting (Beginner’s Guide)
Learn where to shine your light when light painting with beginner-friendly tips on composition, muscle memory, layering, and creative long-exposure techniques.
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How to Light Paint Under the Bright City Lights
Learn how to master light painting under bright city lights with practical tips for long exposure, ambient light control, composition, and creative urban night photography.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Light Painting
Get answers to the most common light painting questions from gear and focus tips to shooting techniques and camera settings in this beginner-friendly FAQ guide.
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Light Painting Photography Gear Guide: From Cameras to Lights
Explore essential light painting gear and tools, from lights and modifiers to accessories and setup tips, to help you choose the right equipment for creative long-exposure art.
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