Things to Note Regarding Event Lighting Systems

HOW IMPORTANT IS LIGHTING IN AN EVENT?

In professional events, lighting is a crucial element contributing to a successful event. Whether the event is large or small, achieving the best quality and effectiveness requires many important factors, including lighting. Designing an eye-catching lighting system that suits the event's theme is an art that not every event organizing company can master. Furthermore, finding a reputable lighting rental company directly determines the quality of the lighting system at the event.

The lighting system is also a tool to attract the attention of attendees to the stage. Furthermore, the diverse color variations of the lighting system are an art form that stimulates the visual senses and creates a lasting impression on the audience.

THINGS TO NOTE ABOUT EVENT LIGHTING

1. Classification of lighting systems

Event organizers must clearly calculate all lighting needs and installation locations for the event. Lighting equipment will be installed differently depending on the role and location of each area. Lighting helps create the ambiance of the event. Therefore, event companies must have specific and detailed design plans. In addition, regular progress checks will help ensure the event is highly effective. Event lighting systems are generally divided into three types:

- Colored and white lighting : The colored and white lighting system will continuously change to create a backdrop for activities during the event.

- Security lighting : Security lighting, whose purpose is to protect the event area, will be the best choice as it provides appropriate light intensity.

- Support lighting : This lighting system is designed to support various activities and prepare for events that will take place during the event.

2. Types of event lighting

- Scanner light

Scanner lights emit a powerful beam of light with a variety of effects such as: color creation; gobo (shading the light into shapes, flowers, etc.); iris (enlarging or narrowing the image using a light shield); prism (multiplying the image using a prism); zoom (enlarging or narrowing the image using a lens); pan (horizontal rotation); tilt (vertical rotation). However, this type of light is quite bulky, so it is usually only used for large, fixed events by being hung high up.

- Moving Head Lights

Moving head allows for flexible horizontal and vertical scanning angles along with many unique and dynamic effects.

The main difference between a moving head and a scanner is their intended use. While scanners are primarily used on fixed stages by being suspended from above, moving heads are placed on the floor and reflect light back onto the stage.

- Strobe Light

Strobe lights are a type of light similar to a flash but much more powerful. They can flash continuously, with adjustable speed. Therefore, they are often used in climactic, energetic scenes, combined with smoke and laser effects to create an explosive experience for the audience.

- Follow spotlight

Follow spotlights are round, white lights that shine directly onto the main speaker on stage to capture the audience's attention. However, a significant drawback is the need for someone to directly operate them backstage. This poses a considerable disadvantage for smaller events, those with limited staff, or those with restricted venue space.

- Ultraviolet lamps

These are the lights used for background lighting on stage. Continuous illumination combined with different colored lights creates brighter and more realistic colors, especially when combined with white. There are two types of UV lights: blue and black. Blue UV lights produce brighter and more vibrant colors than black ones.

- PAR 64 light

The PAR 64 light provides a soft, reflective light. A dimmer can be added to create quick bursts of light and various dynamic effects. Therefore, it's no surprise that it has become a basic light used in most stages, large and small, today.

The direction of light refers to the position where you intend to place the light source to create the desired effect.

In typical events, you will encounter the following basic lighting directions:

- Lighting direction: This refers to the position of the light source at the front of the stage, directed towards the character on stage. This lighting direction helps the audience clearly see the character on stage.

- Top direction: This refers to the position of the light source above the character's head.

- Reverse direction: This refers to a lighting direction where the light source is positioned behind the character and opposite to the direction of their face.

- Side lighting: In a stage setting, there are two wings on either side, so it's often called "side lighting" to indicate that the lighting is designed to illuminate the sides or cheeks of the actors.

4. Lighting angle

The angle of illumination helps light reach its target and illuminate the right spot. In lighting theory, a common figure is 45 degrees. This is considered an ideal lighting angle for objects on stage. Additionally, placing light sources at different angles relative to the character creates different lighting effects that convey the intended message.

5. Run the program before the event takes place.

To ensure the lighting system runs smoothly and according to plan, a rehearsal is necessary before the event. This rehearsal process will help you visualize exactly what you want to showcase and allow for timely adjustments if any errors occur.

HSV Media hopes that this article will help you better understand event lighting systems. HSV Media is a professional provider, rental, and installation company of event lighting systems, always ready to partner with our clients to create successful events. For more details, please contact our hotline: 0362.209.208 for assistance.