Drama 16 Stage Lighting

Sunset – based on the photos I looked at, the sunsets in New England have a lot of warm tones to them, so I tried to capture the warm redness/orangeness of the sky when the sun sets.

1. Deep straw full
2. Flesh pink full
3. Light red full
4. No color gel full
5. Golden amber full
6. Floor lights- golden amber full

Sunrise – for the sunrise in the cathedral, I was inspired by stain glass windows. There was a lot of cooler tones and purples in the sunrise, so I tried to make the lighting have the early morning coolness, while capturing a stained glass type of feel with the different directions of light.

Floor lights – deep straw full

1. Deep lavender – 60
2. Deep lavender – 65
3. Primary blue – full
4. Primary blue -40
5. Deep straw- full
6. Golden amber – full
7. Light red- 75
8. Pale apricot – 70
9. Deep lavender – 80
10. Primary blue – 35

Summer day – for the summer day in Africa, I stayed simple with earth tones and yellow lighting for the sun. I put a sun in the corner of the lighting to try and capture a hot afternoon sun in Africa.

Floor lights – moss green full

1. No color – full
2. Deep straw- full
3. Deep straw – full
4. No color – full
5. Golden amber – full
6. Deep straw – full

Winter in North Dakota – I tried to make it feel cold with the blue tones, and signified that it was day time with the white overhead light.

Floor lights – partial blue full 

1. Partial sky full 
2. Partial sky full
3. No color full

This picture stood out to me because the shadow of the girl’s figure is so distorted due to the angle of light, and instead of being the typical light illuminating a figure in darkness, this still seemed to be a single source of light, but illuminated the entire shot, leaving the shadow as a negative space. The light still seems to be artificial however, as it is on about the same plane as the figure. If I had to give this photo an “idea” or meaning it would be that there is far more to a person beyond the surface and the physical, as suggested by the girl’s shadow being far larger than her body.

2) SOURCE: Tumblr.com

3) THEME: Fun

4) DESCRIPTION:The lighting of this photo lends itself to a fun mood because the roughness of the skyscrapers has been taken away and they are bathed in almost like pastels, the edges being far less stark and more blurred, being forced into the background of this photo. The lights in the foreground give off somewhat gentle amber light instead of harsh white, and though the energy of the photo is not wild, or crazy, I get the idea of “fun” because in so gentle a setting things would not be taken so seriously, it would be hard to imagine the typical no-nonsense hustle and bustle of New York City is going on in, say, the unseen area below this photo, instead it makes more sense (though it is completely unrealistic) to imagine something fun, like a fair or carnival, going on below these lights.

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2) http://gloholiday.com/popular-amusement-parks-of-the-world/

3) “Amusement”

4) When it comes to amusement, I immediately think of Disney World. I can remember going there as a child and being awed at every corner I took. At night, the lit-up castle displayed such beauty and color, and it was as if I could feel the magic in the air. I remember going on rides, being afraid, but at the same time, having this sense of confidence in myself. I felt as if I was on top of the world, and no one could touch me. It was this feeling of amusement, and moreso true happiness that made this an experience that I will remember forever.

http://samuelaherne.blogspot.com/2012/12/lighting-techniques-used-in-thriller.html

Single Artificial Light Source

The single light coming from behind this cat illuminates each whisker and hair. The light reflects in his eyes and highlights the contours and shapes of his face.

http://czdyer.blogspot.com/2012/06/fancy-supper-club-atera.html

Desire

This picture conveys desire in subtle ways. Bars are often equated with the desires and lust that come with drinking, and I feel that the dim lighting here continues that message. Dim lighting is seen as seductive and mysterious, and when coupled with drinking, that message only doubles.

http://desirnoir.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Film_Noir_by_kidspy.jpg

Theme: Shadow

Shadow is the main form of lighting in film noir movies. The lines of darkness created by the blinds in this movie still create dramatic shadows across the actress’s face. The shadows behind the chair and around the woman create a sense of intrigue and mystery.

http://under30ceo.com/20-inspirational-and-educational-videos/

Inspiring

This photo I find particularly inspiring for many reasons. For one, I have found the concept of space and space exploration inspiring and exciting all my life. Most importantly, I think the composition of the photo is inspiring. The sun peaking out over the earth shines as a beacon of light that motivates you to be the best you can. It slowly starts to illuminate the Earth, which is like illuminating the your path, and showing that the world is yours to conquer.

2) http://www.etftrends.com/2010/09/etf-spotlight-powershares-india-portfolio-pin/

3) Lonely

4) The single spotlight struggles to shine its light through the blackness from above. All around it is just the darkness. It is completely alone, isolated from everything by the darkness which overwhelms the scene. Even still, it shines it light, and does the job for which it was intended. The light appears almost alive, and to me, seems almost melancholy for its lack of companionship with other light. Even still, it continues to shine.

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2.  Theme: Nightlife

3.  The lighting in this photo accurately portrays “nightlife” in a variety of different ways. The neon street signs in a huge array of colors are a huge point. They show off the city’s street and advertise the life within the city. The brightness of the signs and buildings juxtaposed to the black sky create a contrast that emphasizes the colors and shapes. The signs and light all try to sell you to the exuberant life within that city.