A book to inspire your nights. Learn the technique, embrace the process, and step into a world where light becomes your brush.
This upcoming book is the result of years spent under the stars, traveling to breathtaking locations and refining a craft that blends movement, photography, and long exposure. Join us to receive pre-order news, deluxe edition details, and launch invitations:

Outdoor Light-Painting Photography is an invitation to step outside after dark and discover a world where light becomes your brush.
Created by artists and photographers Eric Paré and Kim Henry, this book distills more than a decade of exploration, technical refinement, and creative adventure into a practical and inspiring field guide.Blending photography, performance, and movement, Eric and Kim have pioneered a modern approach to light painting, transforming landscapes into luminous stages. Through clear explanations and stunning imagery, they reveal how simple tools like a flashlight and a plastic tube can create breathtaking results when combined with long-exposure photography.Inside, readers will find:
Essential equipment and techniques to get started or refine their craft.
Step-by-step guidance for shooting in various environments: from black canvas to beach, winter, cityscapes, and under the stars.
Insights into composition, light shapes, workflow, and tools.
Multiple reference tables for easy access on the field.
A decade’s worth of tips, tricks, and hard-earned wisdom from countless night sessions around the world.
Whether you’re an experienced photographer seeking new creative directions or a curious beginner ready to step into the night, this book offers both technical clarity and artistic inspiration.This book is a celebration of light, movement, and the magic that happens when the sun goes down.

Publish Date: April 28th, 2026
Publisher: Ilex Press
ISBN: 9781840919257
Pages: 176
© 2025 Eric Paré & Kim Henry. All rights reserved.