Lighting control systems have evolved over the past couple of years. Lighting systems are possibly the most important part of any theatre production. The modern control system is typically computerised as they have more features and can do more than the average manual lighting board. They began as manual single channel dimmer sets and have become multi-channel automatic control systems. This essay will explore all of the features of a modern control system and how they differ from the original control boards, the impact of modern control systems in theatre, and what could be next in lighting control systems. As electricity evolves, the way it is controlled changes also. When lighting was first used in theatre, the lighting system was a bank…
Gogh uses color in a very deliberate and effective way in The Night Café. He selects the colors not based on his visual interpretation of the room but on the psychological and emotional effects it has on its occupants. He explains to his brother Theo, in a letter, that he uses the red and green in an attempt to express the terrible passions of human nature. The use of these colors helps to illustrate the intensity of the Café de la Gare and provoke the emotions of the viewer who may relate the…
Flies, such as the common housefly look at the world in quite a different way than humans do. The structure and function of a fly's eye are completely different from humans; therefore they see the motion, shapes and colors differently than humans. Flies also see the light in a different way than humans. Nano-structure of the eyes that gives the ability of a virtually 360 degree all direction vision with only two eyes placed at the front of the head. Military pilots like helicopters and fighter…
shows a table comparing the luminous efficacy of each type of light bulb. Another thing that must be taken in account regarding the performance of light bulbs is their light spans. A CFL bulb lasts about ten times longer than an incandescent bulb. They have an average lifespan of approximately 8,000 to 10,000 hours. This means they need to be replaced less often. An LED bulb lasts 2 to 4 times longer than a CFL and 25 to 35 times longer than a standard incandescent bulb. They have a lifespan…
Edward Hoppers paintings always tell a story. ‘Office at night’ is no different. In the painting created in 1940, Edward Hopper leaves the viewer wondering what truly is going on in the somewhat mysterious situation. While some might only see two people having a regular night in the office, the many clues given in the painting leaves one’s mind wondering – is there something immoral going on? The open window, mysterious lighting, and the facial expressions of both individuals suggest a deeper…
3. Kitchen Cabinet Design I use the space between the top of the cabinets and the ceiling, as fluorescent light "boxes". The fluorescent tubes are hidden behind the translucent, perspex panels (see pictures). This kills several birds with one stone. The height of the cabinets is aesthetically optimised, maintaining the correct proportion relative to the ceiling height. Most importantly, no more exposed dust-collecting cabinet tops! Last but not least, the space is well utilised for lighting.…
“Nightmares of Childhood”, Sara Alegre describes children in gothic and horror stories as either “victims under the treat of horrific monsters” or “innocent monsters created by irresponsible adults” (Alegre, 105). Eleven is the latter of the two. Even though she is aiding the other kids in their search for Will, she is still a ‘monster’ because she has telekinetic abilities that she could use against those who are trying to find her. We can assume that she was given these abilities by the…
hitting to be prominent. The faucet seems polished and new, contrasting with the dark stained walls of the background. The modest design of the faucet establishes a bold appearance through the help of the lighting; everything surrounding the woman and faucet is of less significance. The light also shines on the model’s hair and legs, captivating the audience with seduction and beauty. The vague lighting establishes the tone to be mysterious, generating darker tones to surround the model and…
balance of variety and unity (Weber). Natural and artificial lighting are two types of lighting used in interior design. Natural lighting is defined as day lighting that optimizes natural sunlight entry into a building to minimize the need for artificial lighting. (Weber) This lighting also known as sunlight creates an open, happy, cheerful, and inviting feeling throughout the space. Natural lighting is essential to help lower energy costs and it also reduces the need for artificial lighting.…
Lighting The lights are the first thing the audience experience in this piece, then comes sound and movement. From the begging the lighting design was unique in the since that there was emphasis on the curtains. There were lights shining directly on the wings drapes. They were simply horizontal lines stacking straight up. The choice to have the lights show up first gave the audience time to take in the lights and create their own idea of what the lights represented. There were two sets/types of…