Discover Nuremberg at night, make traces of light visible and create creative works of art with your camera – in this workshop & photo walk you will immerse yourself in the fascinating world of long exposure and light painting together with ZOLAQ. Between historic alleyways, bridges and the Pegnitz, you will create impressive night shots full of atmosphere and dynamism.
What you will learn in the workshop x photo walk
- How to take long exposures safely
- Which camera settings are crucial at night
- How to use light trails and reflections creatively
- How light painting works in urban spaces
- How to create light spheres (orbs) and light ornaments
- How to focus and frame correctly at night
- How architecture and light together create exciting visual worlds
During the joint photo walk through Nuremberg’s old town, you will discover different photo spots and put various techniques into practice directly on site.
Your goal after the workshop x photo walk
At the end of the workshop/photowalk, you will understand the basics of long exposure and light painting and will be able to take creative night shots with impressive light and movement effects yourself.
About ZOLAQ (Olaf Schieche)
ZOLAQ alias Olaf Schieche is one of the best-known light painting artists in Germany. For many years, he has been combining long exposure, light art and creative photography to create extraordinary visual worlds full of dynamism and atmosphere.
As an OM System Ambassador, he travels internationally as a photographer, artist and speaker. His work has been published and exhibited many times, and he also inspires photographers throughout Germany with his workshops and lectures.
His open, motivating manner and his ability to convey complex techniques in an understandable and practical way are particularly appreciated.
Workshop information
- Speaker: ZOLAQ (Olaf Schieche)
- Suitable for: Beginners and advanced
- Minimum number of participants: 4
- Maximum number of participants: 12
- Bring along: Your own camera with bulb mode, various lenses (approx. 18-50 mm), remote shutter release, full batteries, empty memory cards, sturdy tripod and small flashlight or headlamp
- Duration: approx. 4 hours
- When: Saturday, 03.10.2026 from 19:30 to approx. 23:30
- Where: In front of St. Lawrence Church, Nuremberg
- Price: 179 €
- Note: The price of the workshop includes a weekend trade fair ticket worth €25.
Experience more at Imaging World 2026
Imaging World 2026 is much more than a single workshop: you can expect a whole weekend full of photography, content creation, video, creativity and inspiration – with exciting program items, strong brands and many opportunities to try out new things directly.
Your weekend ticket includes access to the entire trade fair:
- further workshops and events in the fields of photography, video, lighting, business and content creation
- exciting stage program with lectures, live talks and inspiration for your photography
- creative playgrounds where you can directly experience technology, sets and new image ideas
- leading exhibitors and brands from the photo and imaging industry
- Imaging World photo competition, where you can submit your best pictures
- Free camera check & clean for your equipment on site
This will turn your workshop visit into an entire trade fair experience: you will learn new techniques, gather creative ideas, test equipment, meet like-minded people and take home lots of inspiration.
Plan your personal Imaging World weekend now and discover all the highlights around workshops, stage, playgrounds, exhibitors, photo competition and free services.