Workshop 11:30am
Ryan Cubbage
Lighting
Join Ryan Cubbage for a practical session on lighting fundamentals and creative light shaping. Learn how to work with natural and artificial light to create stronger portraits, commercial images, and content that stands out.
Lighting is one of the most important skills a photographer can master. Join commercial photographer and Sony Scene speaker Ryan Cubbage as he breaks down the fundamentals of lighting and demonstrates how light can completely transform an image.
In this practical and engaging session, Ryan will explore how to work with both natural and artificial light, showing how simple lighting techniques can be used to create dramatic portraits, polished commercial imagery, and professional-quality content. Learn how to shape light, control shadows, add depth and mood, and make the most of the equipment available to you.
Drawing from his experience photographing hospitality, food, events, and people, Ryan will share real-world lighting setups, creative problem-solving techniques, and practical tips that photographers of all skill levels can apply immediately.
Whether you’re just starting your photography journey or looking to improve your understanding of lighting, this session will help you gain confidence and take greater control of your images.
Biography
Ryan Cubbage is a Perth-based commercial photographer, content creator, and Sony Scene speaker known for his energetic approach to photography and lighting. Working across hospitality, food and beverage, events, weddings, and environmental portraiture, Ryan specialises in creating bold, engaging imagery that helps individuals and businesses tell their stories.
With a passion for making photography approachable and practical, Ryan combines technical expertise with a creative mindset, using lighting as a powerful tool to shape mood, highlight subjects, and bring ideas to life. His work spans both photography and video production, giving him a well-rounded understanding of modern content creation and visual storytelling.
Known for his down-to-earth teaching style, Ryan enjoys sharing real-world techniques that photographers can immediately apply to their own work, whether they’re shooting portraits, commercial projects, events, or social content.