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PhotoFest: Light, Sound, Story – Capturing Live Music With Sony & Nanlite

Join hybrid filmmaker and Sony Educator Reza Malayeri for a one-of-a-kind live workshop at Glazer’s Photofest, where music and visual storytelling come together in a powerful, behind-the-scenes experience, in partnership with Sony, Nanlite, and Totem Star.

Totem Star artists will be performing a musical session that recreates the vibe of a Tiny Desk-style acoustic set—giving creators the tools and insight to capture intimate performances with cinematic impact.

Learn how to light, shoot, and record a real acoustic performance using lighting gear from Nanlite, while balancing the demands of photo, video, and audio workflows using Sony’s latest gear.

Reza will guide you through real-time hybrid shooting strategies and creative lighting techniques that will elevate your storytelling and content creation.

What You’ll Learn:

–Lighting design for live acoustic performances using Nanlite lighting.
–Best practices for hybrid photo & video shooting with Sony cameras and audio in small spaces.
–Audio-visual tips for multi-platform content delivery.
–Real-world collaboration strategies with artists and nonprofits.
–Whether you’re a filmmaker, photographer, or content creator, this session will help you confidently shoot live music events with emotional depth, creative control, and professional polish.

Learn more and register HERE.