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The world's first lighting intelligence system.

Upload a reference photo. Get a complete lighting setup in seconds — power, position, modifier, diagram, and photographer archetype.

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From reference photo to complete setup

Upload any lighting reference. NGW's 35+ pass vision pipeline analyzes it and delivers a step-by-step recreation guide with archetype classification.

Reference Image

Upload any portrait with lighting you want to recreate

Lighting diagram

Lighting Diagram

Auto-generated top-down diagram with positions and angles

Rembrandt Key + Fill 92%
Key: 5' Octa
Fill: Reflector
Distance: 4.5 ft
Angle: 35°

Setup Recommendation

Complete specifications for every light in your scene

1 Upload
→
2 Analyze
→
3 Build
What You Get

Full lighting breakdown in seconds

Every analysis includes pattern detection, archetype classification, key metrics, confidence scoring, and actionable setup instructions.

Rembrandt 92% confidence
Direction
35° camera-left
Height
Above eye level
Ratio
3:1 key-to-fill
Modifier
Large softbox
Core Technology

Precision analysis, not guesswork

NGW combines computer vision, physics simulation, and AI to decode any lighting setup.

35+ Pass Vision Pipeline

Shadow geometry, catchlight topology, highlight symmetry, specular surfaces, continuous source detection, bounce contributors, separation light, off-axis key analysis, and more.

Archetype Classification

Identifies the photographer archetype behind any lighting setup — Hurley, Adler, Karsh, Penn, Leibovitz, and more — with confidence scoring and signal breakdowns.

Lighting Diagrams

Auto-generated top-down diagrams with power, position, height, and modifier for every light in your scene.

Three Ways to Work

Match it, build it, or compare it

NGW adapts to your workflow with three purpose-built modes.

Match a Look

Upload a reference photo. NGW decodes the lighting and gives you a complete recreation guide with your gear.

Build From Scratch

Choose a mood, subject type, and style. NGW generates a full lighting setup from scratch — no reference photo needed.

Shot Match

Take your shot, then compare it side-by-side with the reference. NGW evaluates the match and suggests precise adjustments.

Shoot Mode

Match any reference with your own kit

Tell NGW what lights and modifiers you own. When you analyze a reference, Shoot Mode maps the recommendation to your specific gear — with real distances, angles, and power settings. Take test shots and NGW evaluates your results.

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Master Modes

9 photographer-inspired presets

Activate a Master Mode to filter every recommendation through the lens of a legendary photographer's approach. Hurley, Adler, Heisler, Bryce, Caravaggio, Penn, Karsh, and Leibovitz.

H
Hurley
A
Adler
He
Heisler
B
Bryce
C
Caravaggio
P
Penn
K
Karsh
L
Leibovitz
Reference Library

Master the classic patterns

Browse our curated library of lighting patterns with example setups and analysis breakdowns.

R
Rembrandt
Bu
Butterfly
Lo
Loop
Sp
Split
Cl
Clamshell
Br
Broad
Browse All Patterns →
Fully Customizable

Make it yours

5 themes (DayNote, Light, Photoshop, Lightroom, Dark), 5 typefaces, 5 text sizes, and 3 density levels. Every setting takes effect instantly.

Pricing

Plans for every photographer

Start free. Upgrade when you need unlimited analyses and professional features.

Free
$0 /month
Get started with basic lighting analysis
  • 5 analyses per day
  • Basic pattern detection
  • Lighting diagrams
  • Community reference library
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Pro
$19 /month
Everything you need for professional work
  • Unlimited analyses
  • All lighting patterns
  • Archetype classification
  • Shoot Mode & kit matching
  • Shot Match comparison
  • Build From Scratch wizard
  • Master Modes (9 presets)
  • Kit management
  • Quick fixes & recommendations
  • Priority processing
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Studio
$49 /month
For studios and production teams
  • Everything in Pro
  • API access
  • Batch processing
  • Room Planner & spatial tools
  • Team collaboration
  • Custom reference library
  • Dedicated support
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