<p>This time I’m joined by photographer Lukas Piatek to talk about AI, lighting, and composition - three things shaping photography right now. We break down the AI tools worth using, how to elevate your images with stronger light, and why developing your own style matters more than following trends.\</p><p><br></p><p>Meet Lukas:</p><p><br></p><p>Lukas Piatek is a destination wedding and elopement photographer known for his cinematic, emotive imagery and work across more than 30 countries. Based in Germany, and splitting his time between Europe and beyond, Lukas captures weddings with a raw, storytelling approach that blends editorial elegance with genuine emotion. Lukas is also the creator behind Meridian Presets, used by thousands of photographers worldwide to achieve natural, film-inspired tones. Alongside his photography work, Lukas mentors creatives in SEO and brand strategy, helping photographers elevate their online presence and grow sustainable businesses.</p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Lukas:</p><p>Website: <a href="https://lukaspiatek.com/" target="_blank">www.lukaspiatek.com</a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lukaspiatekphotography/" target="_blank">@lukaspiatekphotography</a></p><p>Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/lukaspiatek" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/c/lukaspiatek</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Me:</strong></p><p>Subscribe to our emails for updates on all things Summer School!</p><p><a href="https://summerschool.myflodesk.com/dttnafljk9">SUBSCRIBE HERE</a></p><p>Show Notes: <a href="https://www.the-summerschool.com/summer-school-show-notes/km2x2r3pz8xjhbf-mg9xe-zlp4f-efxsw-62r7z-8r3k2-2ak5f-8244f-sbs8d-2ayz2-e3srt-cs5l2-ex4fx-6z2t5-3l432-rrc5a-8zc48-gzfrc-jr69z-gcrfk-saml6-rlbpg-jhfpp-z5sgs-9rayy-6tp6y">the-summerschool.com</a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/summergrace.photo/">@summergrace.photo</a>  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/the_summerschool/">@the_summerschool</a></p><p> </p><p><strong>Shop My Products:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.the-summerschool.com/membership"><strong>Become a Member of Summer School</strong></a></p><p><a href="https://www.the-summerschool.com/presets"><strong>My Summer Grace x G-Presets</strong></a> <a href="https://www.gpresets.com/product/summer-grace-presets/"> (</a>discount code: SUMMERSCHOOL)</p><p><a href="https://www.the-summerschool.com/pricing-guide"><strong>My Pricing Guide</strong></a></p>

Summer School - A Photography + Creative Podcast

Summer Grace

AI, Lighting, and Composition: With Wedding Photographer Lukas Piatek

NOV 18, 202550 MIN
Summer School - A Photography + Creative Podcast

AI, Lighting, and Composition: With Wedding Photographer Lukas Piatek

NOV 18, 202550 MIN

Description

<p>This time I’m joined by photographer Lukas Piatek to talk about AI, lighting, and composition - three things shaping photography right now. We break down the AI tools worth using, how to elevate your images with stronger light, and why developing your own style matters more than following trends.\</p><p><br></p><p>Meet Lukas:</p><p><br></p><p>Lukas Piatek is a destination wedding and elopement photographer known for his cinematic, emotive imagery and work across more than 30 countries. Based in Germany, and splitting his time between Europe and beyond, Lukas captures weddings with a raw, storytelling approach that blends editorial elegance with genuine emotion. Lukas is also the creator behind Meridian Presets, used by thousands of photographers worldwide to achieve natural, film-inspired tones. Alongside his photography work, Lukas mentors creatives in SEO and brand strategy, helping photographers elevate their online presence and grow sustainable businesses.</p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Lukas:</p><p>Website: <a href="https://lukaspiatek.com/" target="_blank">www.lukaspiatek.com</a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lukaspiatekphotography/" target="_blank">@lukaspiatekphotography</a></p><p>Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/lukaspiatek" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/c/lukaspiatek</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Me:</strong></p><p>Subscribe to our emails for updates on all things Summer School!</p><p><a href="https://summerschool.myflodesk.com/dttnafljk9">SUBSCRIBE HERE</a></p><p>Show Notes: <a href="https://www.the-summerschool.com/summer-school-show-notes/km2x2r3pz8xjhbf-mg9xe-zlp4f-efxsw-62r7z-8r3k2-2ak5f-8244f-sbs8d-2ayz2-e3srt-cs5l2-ex4fx-6z2t5-3l432-rrc5a-8zc48-gzfrc-jr69z-gcrfk-saml6-rlbpg-jhfpp-z5sgs-9rayy-6tp6y">the-summerschool.com</a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/summergrace.photo/">@summergrace.photo</a>  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/the_summerschool/">@the_summerschool</a></p><p> </p><p><strong>Shop My Products:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.the-summerschool.com/membership"><strong>Become a Member of Summer School</strong></a></p><p><a href="https://www.the-summerschool.com/presets"><strong>My Summer Grace x G-Presets</strong></a> <a href="https://www.gpresets.com/product/summer-grace-presets/"> (</a>discount code: SUMMERSCHOOL)</p><p><a href="https://www.the-summerschool.com/pricing-guide"><strong>My Pricing Guide</strong></a></p>