The portable light system may comprise a base, a boom, an extender, a first tool holder, a second tool holder, a third tool holder, a floodlight, and a flashlight. The portable light system may be a system of armatures that is self-standing and operable to direct light towards one or more objects. The base may comprise a quadripod stand with a telescoping vertical support. The extender and the boom may extend and redirect the system of armatures. A plurality of tool holders comprising the first tool holder, the second tool holder, and the third tool may be individually coupled to the system of armatures to hold a tool. The floodlight and the flashlight may be operable to provide illumination.