If you want to improve your lighting skills with a real, practical session (not theory), join us in London for an afternoon workshop focused on continuous lighting with acclaimed photographer Laura Pannack, hosted at Sugar Studios in collaboration with the Royal Photographic Society.
This event is designed for photographers who want to learn how to shape light in a repeatable, professional way, and for gaffers / crew who want to test, compare, and evaluate continuous lighting in a real studio setup.
At the end, we’ll keep it informal with drinks and bites so everyone can connect, exchange ideas, and talk shop.
What you’ll experience
This is a hands-on workshop built around a live shoot and real testing time.
Who it’s for
Photographers who want practical continuous lighting skills, live shooting, and a mini critique option (“bring prints”).
Gaffers / crew who want to test, compare, and evaluate output, quality, modifiers, and handling.
For photographers
See how Laura approaches a shoot using continuous lighting
Learn practical decision-making: positioning, shaping, controlling spill, and building contrast
Get insights on how to improve your lighting with small, meaningful adjustments
Bring one print of your work if you’d like informal feedback and discussion
For gaffers and crew
Get time to test and compare continuous lights in a controlled studio environment
Evaluate handling, output, light quality, control, and real-world usability
Ask questions directly during the practical portion of the session
Agenda (Tuesday, March 24, 2026)
Location: Sugar Studios (Infinity Room), London
Date: Tuesday 24 March 2026
Time: 13:00 to 17:00
13:00 Welcome and introduction (Maxima)
13:10 – 13:30 Why continuous lighting + why Maxima (Laura Pannack)
13:30 – 14:30 Live shoot and explanation (Laura)
14:30 – 15:45 Hands-on session: shoot with your own camera and test the lights (Laura + Maxima team)
You’ll have the opportunity to try the setup yourself and compare approaches in practice.
15:45 – 16:00 Q&A + feedback
16:00 – 17:00 Informal drinks and bites (networking)
Ticket and what’s included
Entrance fee: €20 per person
Your ticket includes:
Full workshop access
Hands-on shooting and testing time in the studio
Q&A session
Drinks and bites during the networking hour
What to bring
A camera (optional but recommended for the hands-on session)
One printed image of your work (optional) if you want informal feedback and group discussion
Curiosity and questions (seriously, bring them)
Event Registration
Secure your spot for only 20€/$/£ by purchasing your ticket directly at Maxima Webshop. Spaces are limited, so don’t miss your chance to explore, capture, and create with Maxima at Sugar Studios!
