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Long Exposure Light Trails
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A long exposure paints streaks of moving light around a still subject in a dark scene. The glowing trails wrap the figure in ribbons of color.
How to do this pose
- Stand perfectly still in a dark area
- Hold a steady pose for the full exposure
- Let an assistant trace light around you
- Avoid any movement until the shutter closes
Photography tips
Mount the camera on a tripod and have an assistant trace light around the subject during the long exposure while they stay frozen.
Expression
Composed and statue-still so only the light moves.
Camera angle
Wide static shot from a tripod at chest height.
Suggested props
- LED Light Wand
- Tripod
Camera settings
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