From April 29 to May 3, 2025, EFD Studios had the honor of participating in the 15th edition of the Salón Internacional de la Luz (SIL 2025), an event that has become one of the most important platforms for education, collaboration, and exchange within the Ibero-American film community in Colombia.
This year’s edition explored the creative and technical relationship between painting and light, examining how this historical connection continues to influence visual storytelling in both photography and cinema. At EFD Studios, we were proud to support this vision by taking part in the event’s technical programming, highlighting the vital role of cinematography in the filmmaking process.
A space for learning, community, and inspiration
Over the course of five days, we had the chance to engage with cinematographers from the ADFC (Colombia), AMC (Mexico), and AEC (Spain), as well as colorists, technicians, audiovisual professionals, and students.
The agenda featured film screenings, masterclasses, hands-on workshops, panel discussions, mentorship sessions, and technology showcases. Topics ranged from image development and cinematography in period films to HDR workflows, on-set communication, and the latest innovations in lighting and lens technology.
The involvement of organizations such as FELAFC, ADFC, AMC, AEC, and ABC—along with the support of leading companies in the industry—underscored the event’s regional and international reach. For EFD Studios, SIL 2025 was a meaningful opportunity to share our expertise, gain new perspectives, and reinforce our commitment to the continued growth of the Ibero-American film industry.
Our Participation at SIL 2025
Masterclass: Vintage Glass – Recovering the Past (Recuperando el Pasado)
We hosted the masterclass Vintage Glass – Recovering the Past (Recuperando el Pasado), led by cinematographer Serguei Saldívar, AMC. In this session, Saldívar shared his career journey and his passion for rehoused vintage lenses, underscoring their continued relevance in modern cinematography.
Attendees were taken through the history and evolution of these lenses—many originally created for still photography—and how they have been brought back to life through careful technical adaptation and mechanical restoration. Saldívar also presented his curatorial vision: to build a cohesive lens collection with a consistent visual identity, where every lens—from wide-angle to telephoto—complements the others. He highlighted unique pieces from Petzval, Leica, Zeiss, and Nikkor, noting that all lenses in the set share the same front diameter, making on-set work more efficient.
This project, developed in collaboration with Georgina Terán, CEO of EFD Studios, blends technical expertise and strategic vision to offer the Latin American industry a distinct creative tool with a strong identity.
More than a technical showcase, the session was an invitation to rediscover the texture, depth, and emotion that these lenses can bring to contemporary filmmaking.
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Panel: Gender Diversity in Ibero-American Cinematography
Together with the Colombian Association of Cinematographers (ADFC), EFD Studios co-hosted a panel featuring leading women in cinematography from across Ibero-America.
The discussion brought together Georgina Terán (CEO of EFD Studios), Nuria Roldós (DoP and President of AEC, Spain), Diana Garay (DoP and Co-President of AMC, Mexico), and Adriana Bernal (DoP, ADFC, and Co-Vice President of IMAGO, Colombia). The panel was moderated by Alexandra Falla, Director of the Colombian Film Heritage Foundation.
Participants shared personal experiences and insights into the challenges women continue to face in technical leadership roles, particularly in cinematography. But the focus was not only on barriers. The panel created space for actionable ideas: building inclusive crews, amplifying role models, reshaping narratives, and committing to equity through daily decisions on set.
This was not just a diagnosis—it was a collective call to action. The speakers agreed that transforming the industry requires both public policy and internal change: hiring more women in technical roles, creating collaborative work environments, and designing more equitable creative spaces.
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Mentorship Sessions: Nuria Roldós (AEC) & Diana Garay (AMC)
We were proud to host two mentorship sessions focused on storytelling through cinematography, led by two renowned Ibero-American directors of photography.
Nuria Roldós, DoP and President of AEC (Spain), shared her creative process from script to set, emphasizing the importance of lighting, production design, and collaboration across departments to create a visually unified and emotionally resonant film.
Diana Garay, DoP and Co-President of AMC (Mexico), discussed her work on period films and the importance of adapting cinematic language to the historical and geographical context of each story. Drawing from her career, she showed how lighting, color, and composition work together to transport audiences and enhance narrative impact.
Participants had the opportunity to ask questions, share reflections, and apply what they learned in hands-on exercises using professional tools like the Sony Venice and other equipment provided by EFD Studios—bridging theory with real-world practice.
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Tech Showcase: Kino Flo’s Diva-Lux 4 & Celeb Ikon 6
As part of the technical programming, EFD Studios participated in a demonstration of Kino Flo Lighting Systems’ latest innovations: the Diva-Lux 4 and Celeb Ikon 6.
Led by Luis Chávez, BDM & Ambassador for Latin America at Chauvet Cinema Group (Kino Flo & Litegear), the session offered an in-depth look at the features of each light. Diana Garay, DoP (AMC), also shared her experience using both models on professional sets.
The Diva-Lux 4 reinvents a classic design with a more compact and durable structure, ideal for location shoots. It incorporates TrueMatch® RGBWW technology, delivers up to 4700 lux at 3 meters (5600K), and ensures precise color rendering (CRI/TLCI >95). With a color temperature range from 2700K to 6500K and modes that emulate tungsten and HMI, it integrates easily into workflows via DMX, Bluetooth, Lumen Radio, or manual controls.
The Celeb Ikon 6 is designed for studios requiring powerful yet soft, even lighting. It features a 36-inch RGBWW panel with high output and accuracy (CRI/TLCI >96), intuitive camera presets, green/magenta adjustment, and full connectivity through DMX, RDM, Bluetooth, and CRMX.
The session concluded with a hands-on demonstration where attendees could experience the lights’ capabilities firsthand.
A Collaborative and Technical Closing
To conclude SIL 2025, EFD Studios Digital opened the doors of our Bogotá postproduction headquarters to welcome members of ADFC (Colombia), AMC (Mexico), AEC (Spain), and the Colombian Colorists Association for a private gathering designed to foster collaboration and strengthen community ties within the audiovisual industry.
Guests toured our complete postproduction pipeline—from editing suites and color grading rooms to quality control stations and our Dolby Atmos-equipped screening room—spaces designed to support complex creative and technical workflows. Our team shared the philosophy behind our studio: an open, collaborative process tailored to the unique needs of each project.
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Beyond the tour, the event created space for conversation, connection, and a shared sense of purpose in a warm and horizontal setting.
Reflections from SIL 2025
Our participation in Salón Internacional de la Luz 2025 was not only an opportunity to showcase technical capabilities, but also a chance to spark dialogue, share knowledge, and collaborate with those shaping the future of visual storytelling in Ibero-America.
From exploring emerging technologies to reflecting on equity, narrative, and postproduction, each moment deepened our connections and helped us imagine new ways of working together.
At EFD Studios, we remain committed to building a more collaborative, inclusive, and forward-thinking audiovisual industry. We believe in the power of spaces like SIL to generate progress—technically, creatively, and collectively.
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