Contributors to this book include: Gordon Pearlman (Kleigl Performer, Morpheus Light Commander, Horizon), David Cunningham (Light Palette, CD80, Sensor and also Source Four luminaires), John McKernon (Lightwright), Anne Valentino (Obsession, Virtuoso), Tom Thorne (Whole Hog), Mark Hunt (Icon M, Mbox), Tom Grimes (HES Controllers, RDM Protocol), Eric Cornwell (Virtual Light Lab, Express-Track), Chris Toulmin (Modelbox) and Wayne Howell (Lamp-Tramp, Grand Master Flash, Micrscope, Art-Net, etc).

Let There be Light will appeal to anyone interested in stage lighting product development over the last 30 years 


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The workings of dimmers and DMX transmission are clearly explained, along with Advanced Control Networks. For technicians there is an insight into power supplies, basic electrical theory and protection, and the mechanics of moving lights.

For designers, there is an explanation of the scientific method of comparing brightness, which makes an excellent complement to the chapter on the Inverse Square Law, and a look into how dichroic filters work in comparison to traditional ‘gels’. It provides the designer with an informed choice when selecting colour media.

In total, the book shows the route that lighting technology has taken to where it is today, and an insight into what future technology is likely to bring the lighting industry. 


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In addition to technical information for this production, first performed in the Vienna State Opera House in December 2001, there is detailed background information on the venue itself, the story of the opera in an historical context and information on costumes, etc. Along with production pictures, there is an important section with numerous colour photographs by Ralph Larmann showing the various lighting scenes. Also included are post-show press reports and the biographies of those involved in bringing about a highly successful landmark production.

 


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The title’s concept is to consider different lighting requirements such as dimmers, luminaires, networks, suspension, control desks and electrical systems. It then looks at various situations, related to specific studio size and operational requirements. Projects ranging from a simple single-camera school or college studio through to a large national broadcasting studio are discussed and explained.

A number of examples of designs are included, together with explanatory drawings and photographs of installations and products. The aim is to simplify an often complex design process into smaller and more easily understandable elements.

To provide further assistance, the author has produced specifications for major items of equipment and these are available from the publisher’s web site to purchasers of the book. Preparation of individual project specifications can be made by using this unique facility.

 


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The book includes lighting plans and production photography and woven into its content is the story of the author’s seven-year ‘run’ as technician and lighting designer at the Stephen Joseph Theatre in Scarborough, the ‘home’ venue for the first production of the majority of Sir Alan Ayckbourn’s plays. Its appeal will cover a broad spectrum, from those studying theatre and theatre lighting to the professionals working in lighting design and production, and also to the general reader with a lively interest in the various theatre arts.

 


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This revised edition of Francis Reid’s book, first published by Focal Press in 1995, discusses the human relationships involved in lighting design - both between people, and between these people and technology. Lighting design is low on objective facts and high on debatable opinions, says the author. Much of the lighting designer’s thinking tends to be lateral - intuitive rather than logical. So, inevitably, the book is written from a highly personal viewpoint. Its ‘thinking aloud’ approach is one Francis Reid has used in his magazine writings over the past 30 years and readers may recognise some re-working of earlier attempts to explain the mysteries of lighting design.

Written in an easy, informal style, Lighting the Stage draws on the author’s many years experience as a world renowned lighting designer and teacher to pass on tips and pointers which will interest and stimulate all those concerned with using designed light on stage. Since the book includes discussion on many aspects of lighting which are matters of opinion rather than fact, it will provide lecturers with a valuable source of ideas for essay assignments and research projects. 


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