Monthly Meeting: Mastering Lighting with Jen Willis

📍 Pellissippi State Community College
JL Goins Administration Building, Room 151A
10915 Hardin Valley Rd, Knoxville, TN 37932

Lighting is the foundation of every great photograph — and understanding how to control it is key to bringing your creative vision to life. Join Jen Willis for PPETN’s May Monthly Meeting, where she’ll guide photographers through the art and science of professional lighting.

This session will cover practical lighting setups, creative techniques, and how to adapt to different environments — from studio portraits to on-location shoots. Jen will also share her favorite tools, tips for troubleshooting difficult lighting situations, and how to use light to elevate emotion and storytelling in your images.

Whether you’re a beginner looking to master the basics or an experienced photographer ready to refine your craft, this session will offer valuable insight to help you take your photography to the next level.

Meet the Speaker:

Jen Willis

Jen Willis is a Tennessee-based photographer known for her skillful use of lighting and her ability to create captivating, dynamic imagery across a variety of styles. With a strong background in both natural and artificial light, Jen combines technical precision with artistic intuition — helping photographers understand not just how to light a subject, but how to make light part of the story.

As an active member of PPETN and a dedicated photography educator, Jen is passionate about empowering fellow creatives to feel confident and inspired behind the camera.