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How I Shot It with Flash Masters Photographer of the Year 2025 - Sean Lara
Flash Masters 2025 Photographer of the Year and Environmental Photographer of the Year Sean Laura joins us to share the techniques, locations, and one-light setups behind his stunning and instantly recognisable work.
Live with Sean Laura: Flash Masters 2025 Photographer of the Year, Silhouettes, Astrophotography & Why Simple Always Wins
We are kicking off 2026 in the most spectacular fashion - joined by none other than our Flash Masters 2025 Photographer of the Year AND Environmental Photographer of the Year, Sean Laura. Based in Fort Collins, Colorado a.k.a. the most jaw-droppingly beautiful backdrop we have ever seen on a live stream. Sean is a Nikon-shooting, one-light-using, astrophotography portrait legend, and this stream is an absolute treat.
Sean walks us through his stunning collection of images, from iconic silhouettes shot in Antelope Canyon, to breathtaking Milky Way portraits on actual wedding days, to beautifully simple environmental portraits that showcase his instantly recognisable style. Almost every single image in this stream was created with just one flash - and that simplicity is exactly what makes his work so powerful.
Sean also shares some fascinating insights into his business, including how he runs two photography brands and why he is making some intentional changes in 2026 to invest back into his business.
This stream will inspire you, humble you, and make you want to immediately drive to the nearest canyon. Don't say we didn't warn you. 🏔️
The top 5 things you will learn by watching this stream:
- How to shoot stunning silhouettes with one flash. Sean shares his exact approach to posing, flash placement, and the small but crucial adjustments like the gap at the waist that make the difference between a great silhouette and an unforgettable one.
- How to shoot astrophotography portraits on a wedding day. Sean walks through his process for capturing the Milky Way with couples including how he finds the right conditions, plans his compositions, and actually pulls it off in pitch darkness.
- How to use the environment as the star of the image. Sean's work is defined by letting incredible locations speak and he shares how he positions couples, places his light, and frames his shots to make the landscape part of the story.
- Why keeping your kit simple makes you a better photographer. Sean shares his one-flash philosophy and why being able to carry everything in one trip from the car is not a limitation it is a superpower.
- How to build a photography business with longevity in mind. Sean opens up about running two brands, hiring a studio manager, and why he is deliberately stepping back from education in 2026 to focus on long-term business growth - a conversation full of honest and inspiring insights.
Sean Lara
I specialize in creating connections between couples and the environment with a focus on colorful and fun portraits. With a photojournalist background, I make sure moments are never fabricated and I have a passion for capturing wedding stories.
