Painting With Light: A Magical Night-Time Experience in Wales

Serydda
Nov 19
2 min read

When most people think of night photography, they picture stars, constellations, and the Milky Way scattered across the sky. But there’s another after-dark art form that’s just as enchanting — one that invites you to play, experiment, and unleash your creativity in ways you never expect.

Welcome to the world of light painting.

What Is Light Painting?

Light painting is a creative photography technique that uses long-exposure settings on a camera to capture trails of light as you move them through the air. Think of it as drawing or writing… but with torches, glow sticks, or coloured lights instead of pens.

Press the shutter.Wave the lights.Watch the magic appear.

The result? Bold, colourful, surreal images that look like they were created in a studio — except they happened outdoors, under the night sky.

Why People Love Light Painting

One of the best things about light painting is that anyone can do it. You don’t need photography experience or fancy equipment. Children love it, adults love it, and groups get completely absorbed in it.

It’s:

✨ Creative – every shape, swirl, or spark is unique.✨ Playful – it brings out everyone’s inner child.✨ Accessible – no skill-level requirements.✨ Memorable – you walk away with images that feel truly magical.✨ Perfect for cloudy nights – no need for stars to make something extraordinary.

When the skies don’t clear for stargazing or astro-photography, light painting becomes a spectacular alternative. But more than that… it can also be booked as a standalone experience.

What Happens During a Light Painting Session?

A typical session with Serydda might include:

A short introduction to how long-exposure photography works
Demonstrations of the different tools and light effects
Guided activities to help you create shapes, words, patterns, or abstract designs
Group creative experiments (you’ll laugh a lot)
Individual or family portraits made entirely out of light
A review of your photos at the end — always a jaw-dropping moment

People are often stunned at how professional their final images look.It’s one of those experiences where the photos genuinely make you say:“WOW… we made that?”

Perfect for All Kinds of People and Occasions

Light painting sessions are ideal for:

Families
Couples
Groups of friends
Team-building events
Hen/Stag weekends
Accommodation providers wanting a unique guest activity
Creatives looking for a new form of expression

Because it doesn’t rely on clear skies, it works in almost all weather (as long as it’s not raining heavily).

Why Light Painting Belongs in Wales

Wales’ rural landscapes, dark surroundings, and sense of space make it a perfect canvas for light painting. The hills, forests, ruins and open land add depth and mood to every shot. Whether you’re in the Cambrian Mountains, Mid Wales, or a remote glamping site, night-time becomes an opportunity to create.

For many people, it becomes a highlight of their trip — an unexpected, joyful, unforgettable memory.

Book a Light Painting Experience

Interested in adding a spark of creativity to your holiday, your event, or your accommodation offering? Light painting sessions can be booked individually or bundled with: