Hi! I'm Josh, the founder of Lumina Lightworks. With a passion for cosplay photography dating back to 2015, I've been dedicated to helping cosplayers shine. Whether you're stepping in front of the camera for the first time or a seasoned model, let's collaborate in a safe and encouraging space to capture stunning photos of your cosplay creations.
BOOKINGS OPEN:
SUPANOVA SYD 2025 - Available
SMASH SYD 2025 - Available
Our Services
Supanova Sydney 2025
SOLOS/DUOS/TRIOS
Up to 30 minutes
6 edits
SMASH Sydney 2025
SOLOS/DUOS/TRIOS
Up to 30 minutes
6 edits
Both photoshoots bookings includes a private proofing gallery with the best images from the shoot. You will choose your favourite 6 out of those to be edited.
Additional edited photos can be purchased for $25 each.
$100 includes a total of 6 photos for up to three people - there is no additional charge for the 2nd/3rd person
Policies
Once you've booked, payment must be made in full through PayID or Beem within 12 hours to be considered approved, before the time-slot you requested is open again to the public.
AGE RESTRICTION POLICY
We do not offer photography services to individuals under the age of 18. Clients must be of legal adult age in their jurisdiction to engage with our photography services.
You are subject to an ID check upon arrival.
PUBLISHING
You have full ONLINE non-commercial publishing rights to all edited images included in your package and any additional images you order. Please refrain from publishing screenshots from the private proofing gallery before receiving the final edits, as this may delay delivery.
Photos will be provided in High-Resolution photos in JPG format, not RAW.
You must credit me by tagging my page depending on the social media platform you use. Here are my links for easy tagging under the photo caption
Instagram: @lumina_lightworks
LATE/CANCELLATIONS
If you arrive late to a shoot due to elevator issues, costume malfunctions, group delays, or any other reason, the delayed time will be deducted from your scheduled shoot duration. For instance, if your shoot is scheduled from 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM and you arrive at 1:15 PM, the shoot will still conclude at 1:30 PM as originally planned.
With nearly 9 years of experience in this field, I understand that cosplay can sometimes lead to last-minute challenges. Please note that my cancellation policy is strictly enforced.
You may receive a full refund if you cancel within five days of payment. However, cancellations beyond this period are non-refundable. Please be aware that my cancellation policy is strict, so ensure your travel, accommodation plans, and communicate this policy clearly to everyone in your group.
EDITS
Within one week after the convention ends, you will receive a private gallery containing small watermarked images from the shoot. From there, you can select your favorites, email me the file names, and I will bring them alive full size. Edits will be delivered within 6 weeks after you send me your selections.
If you've read this far, you've likely seen my work a few times. You may have noticed that I lean towards minimalism. I don't incorporate special effects, superpowers, or superimposed backgrounds. While many photographers excel in these styles, it's not my focus. If you prefer a more manipulated image, I may not be the photographer for you.
However;
I specialise in enhancing skin clarity, adjusting makeup, taming wig flyaways, and fine-tuning the color, tone, and overall 'feel' of the image. I bring out costume details to ensure what you see is what you get, just like in my portfolio. Take a close look at my galleries—if you appreciate what you see, then I'm the photographer for you!
Testimonials
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"Lumina is one of my fave togs to work with. He has a amazingly creative eye for cosplay shoots, from framing & background to lighting & posing. His photoshoots are professional yet light-hearted, so you can freely add your own creative vision to it. Additonally, his photo grading and retouches are flattering and speedy, so you can expect high-quality photos returned to you quickly!"
@mochiyoru
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"I've always loved working with Josh as he makes me feel incredibly comfortable at all times and never self conscious (which is hard for me). He's a very genuine person, always open to hearing feedback and exploring different things. The photos are always 11/10 and a testament to his hardwork."
@korurin.cos
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“Lumina did my first ever shoot at a con, I was a bit unsure on what to do or how to pose but he really made me feel comfortable and provided some really great tips that I still use! I’ve shot with Lumina a few times now and it’s always fun time and the photos have turned out great too! “
@zenzu.bean
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"Shooting with Josh is such a fun and comfortable experience! He really takes the time to get a shot set up and it’s clear he has a vision before he starts shooting. He’s friendly and so easy to bounce ideas off, 10/10 recommend shooting with him!"
@michinchiin
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"Working with Lumina Lightworks is always such a pleasure! He is patient, friendly and provides a comfortable atmosphere. Photos returned are always beautifully graded, and high quality; they never disappoint!"
@ame.airi
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"Absolutely love working with Lumina! He never fails to make sure that I'm comfortable in front of the camera and is always open and willing to listen to feedback! It's such a great collaborative process shooting with him, couldn't recommend the experience more!!!"
@cinohrui
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"Working with Josh is an amazing experience and he is such an understanding person. Guiding throughout the shoot, I feel so comfortable to know that I'm in good hands. From asking questions about the character to making sure that I'm okay with ideas, from concept to the final product, you can see both sides' hard work come to fruit"
@zenjaki
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“I had an immensely enjoyable time shooting with Lumina. Not only was he highly professional and friendly, he made me feel confident in posing as my character. Definitely an excellent photographer for action shots and posing with dynamic compositions and vibrant colour edits. I highly recommend anyone to check out his work and book with him for some excellent final shots and amazing con experience"
@ling_er.melon
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"Having a shoot with Lumina is always something to look forward to. He has an incredible way of helping others feel comfortable in front of a camera and does an amazing job in giving direction for posing and lighting. He also understands how much work goes into creating costumes and always made an effort to capture the finer details to really highlight your work. Katarina was never a character I expected to cosplay so I was worried whether I was able to portray her well. Lumina really helped me build confidence in the moment and truly brought out Katarina's personality in the photos. The results speak for themselves!"
@jazzqua
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"I've had the pleasure of working with Josh for many years, from my early days as a novice cosplayer to now as a more experienced one. Josh is always quick to ensure you feel comfortable when working with him. Whether at a convention or during planned location shoots, Josh always puts in his best effort to truly understand the character you wish to shoot. He constantly seeks creative ways to bring them to life through his photography. He takes feedback well and strives to incorporate improvements, making each shoot better than the last."
@valerious
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"I have known and worked with Lumina for several times in the past years. He is very friendly and makes sure that you are comfortable when you are working with him. He has a great communication skills and discusses with you on we can and cannot achieve before the photoshoot. Whenever I look at the results, I am always amazed at how beautifully it comes out every single time!! His photography skills are amazing and I really do recommend having a collaboration with him! 👌"
@megu_chan_desu
BOOKINGS OPEN:
FAQs
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Over the years much of the equipment such as lighting and lenses have seen wear and tear - and while I have lots of life in me, I can't say the same about my gear!
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Our community has given so much to me, and many of the testimonials come from dear friends made along the way.
My current rates allow me to repair and upgrade much of my equipment, and enable me to continue creating experiences we can look back fondly on.
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I'd love to! Please follow my socials to keep updated on my travel plans and booking schedules.