There has been a continuing trend of taking the tried and true SUV design that has been around for decades and, with a bit of surgery, changing it into something less practical to create a “coupe” version. You can credit the BMW X6 for starting this trend back in 2007, but since then, more and more manufacturers have offered a sloped-roof version of many of their SUVs.

The MX-5/Miata was first introduced in 1989 and is now in its fourth generation, but it has not lost what has become so beloved. It is still a relatively affordable sports car that is a blast to drive with its near 50/50 weight distribution. This was my first time driving any iteration of the MX-5. Once dropping into the low seating position and organizing myself with the limited space provided, I remembered how fun such a small, agile car could be.

When light painting a car, multiple exposures that light different portions of the car are needed. The number of exposures will vary depending on the desired look. Still, you usually look at five to six exposures as a minimum, including the side, front (or back), and top. It would be best to capture separate exposures of the wheels, headlights (or tail lights), and the interior. Again, this all comes down to what look you are going for.