Let There Be (Moving) Light!
When God said “Let there be light”, He saw that it was “good” (Gen 1:4). He lit the newly formed earth with the most powerful and amazing of all lights, …
Lighting Design for Video Capture
For many people, lighting seems simple: either the lights are on or off. If the lighting is really advanced then maybe it is even dimmable. Lighting designers work in a …
Lakewood Church: Interview with LD Tom Stanziano
Kevin Rogers Cobus: So how long have you been working with Lakewood? Tom Stanziano: I’ve been on staff for almost four years, but I did some freelancing with them before …
How I Develop A Lighting Script
I look at myself as an artist; I paint with light, and shadow. My medium is very fluid and relies heavily on surfaces. If there wasn’t a surface to reflect …
Understanding Lighting Consoles
Research your fixtures First and foremost, what are the fixtures you are going to be using? What are the features of those units? Take the time to do a little …
Great Effects Using the K.I.S.S. Principle
Not to make anyone jealous, but I am writing this article sitting next to a campfire in the mountains of North Carolina. The majesty of God’s handiwork is all around …
Quick Reference to Fog and Haze
Fog and haze differ in that fog is a thick, opaque effect that lasts a short time, while haze is a thin, translucent effect that lasts a long time. Fog …
Tasteful Lighting Effects
How to Create Lighting Effects with Basic Instrumentation In doing research for this article I went to a book, “Modern Theatre Practice” written in 1939. I found it fascinating that …
Lasers In Churches
From the first chapter of Genesis, to the last chapter of Revelation, light is featured prominently in the Bible. The first words spoken by God are “Let there be light”; …
Piecing Together Patterns
The use of patterns, also known as gobos or cookies, is probably one of the best ways to add visual interest and depth to any lighting design. Lighting designers are …
