2026 Map - Coming Soon!
Meet the Team
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Nehar Agnihotri
Nehar Agnihotri is a lighting designer and light artist based in New York City. She builds tangible spaces to evoke intangible emotions. Her goal is "goosebumps." If you walk into one of her installations and something stirs in you that you can't explain, that's the art working. She works as a designer, but thrives as an artist!
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Justin Brown
A long time lighting designer with an industrial design background and extensive fabrication experience. I tend to overdo everything and have more simultaneous projects than I care to mention. Sleep is my enemy and strong, black coffee is my friend.
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Chris Bocchiaro
I’m passionate about activating the night with light—whether it’s through my day job at Light Projects designing urban streetscapes, or with my collaborative, Clerestory Light, creating light and sound art at historic sites. I love working outdoors on projects that are inspired by the communities and landscapes around them.
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Elaine Cook
I lead the charge as President of Equity in Lighting and drive business growth at Barbican Lighting across New York, California, and Toronto. When I’m off the clock, you’ll find me on the tennis court, walking my dog, or building cool things!
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Quincy Drane
I’m a Lighting Designer based in New York City. When I’m not working, you’ll usually find me exploring a new gallery or out dancing somewhere!
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Dan Erdmann
I’ve had my hands on lighting in almost every context of the industry. From studying theatrical design and running rock shows to Architectural installation, programming and sales - regardless of the role played, the lifetime imprints we can leave on people using light has always been my motivation.
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Rodolfo Goncalves
Rodolfo Goncalves, Space Poppers infused caramel Popcorn, baker.
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Doug Hildeman
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David Jewell
I’m David and I’m 9 and a half years old. This is my second year doing night lights, and wanted to do an install all on my own. I also like cats that eat architects.
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Terry Jewell
I’m a native Mainer who spent over a decade in Boston getting started in the lighting industry. After bouncing between sales and design roles, I’ve realized my favorite work comes from volunteering—whether that’s mentoring high schoolers or lighting up events out in the woods.
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Damon Krometis
I’m a director and scholar based in Washington, DC, passionate about creating immersive experiences that bring fresh perspectives to everyday actions. You can learn more about my work at www.damonkrometis.com.
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Jess Krometis
I bring my theatrical sensibilities, shaped by a decade in the Chicago theatre scene, into the world of museum and architectural lighting. I’m passionate about creating innovative, multi-layered designs that spread joy, immerse audiences in new environments, and push my craft forward in the digital age.
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Jennifer Loukas
I’m a freelance lighting designer who loves helping other designers bring their visions to life. Whether it’s working on project deliverables, installations, or offering advice throughout the process, I’m always happy to lend a hand.
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Richard Muthama
I’m a Kenyan architectural lighting designer at Lam Partners with a strong passion for social justice in our industry. I also serve as Vice President of Black United In Lighting and Design (BUILD) and curate projects for Light Justice.
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John Roach
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Kelly Roberts
I’m the detail-obsessed force behind Primary Arc Design—a lighting whisperer who brings glow, grit, and style to every space. After nearly two decades in the industry, I’m still passionate about lighting with purpose and precision.
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Shantel Schonour
As Sara’s wife, I’ve found myself more involved in lighting than I ever expected! I’m an English teacher by day and a big supporter of sharing the love for lighting in every way I can.
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Sara Schonour
I love spreading the joy and magic of light, and I’m so excited to see this event really take off—thanks to the inspiration from my friend Jess, the support of my wife Shantel, and the dedication of the amazing NLNL crew! I wear lots of hats in the lighting design world and beyond, and I truly enjoy this annual chance to be creative, collaborate, and have a little fun.
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Lindsay Stefans
Lindsay Stefans is an artist and architectural lighting designer whose practice explores light as both material and metaphor. Through site-specific installations, sculptural light works, and immersive environments, she brings together light, handmade paper, space, and sensory experience to create moments of connection, reflection, and wonder.
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Will Thiel
I’m a multidisciplinary creator with a background in aerospace engineering and robotics. I love blending my skills in algorithms and machine intelligence with my lifelong passions for art, interactive design, and music.
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Carla Wille
I’m an architect, lighting designer, and educator. When I’m not working, you’ll find me diving into comic books or exploring public spaces!