First of all, I would like to exclaim how amazing this field trip was. It was incredibly fun and informative, and I am very thankful for the resources that we have been granted in order to experience something so memorable!
This picture was taken at DCA during our snack break. It really grabbed my attention after we had been discussing the different types of themed lighting. It brings many types to surface, for example, the signs are considered architectural lighting because they are on the building, but also character lighting because they are being used to specifically create and depict a style (western rodeo-esque). The lights that are in the interior are brought by the lighting designer, for basic illuminating reasons. The lights outside and underneath the roof fixture I would say are considered architectural, character and area development. Overall, the lights set the tone and stick with the concept of the environment all while staying practical to the use of illuminating.
 I must add this shot that was taken in the sorceress' area because I fell in love with this room. The amount of character lighting was breath taking, and all of the colors made it majestic. I don't remember seeing any theatrical lights in this room, but I do know that some were hidden above the ceiling fixtures in the next room we visited. I just wanted to add the point of recognizing the difference between character and theatrical lights. They both aim to create a scene and set a mood, but character lights are meant to be visible to add to the existing environment while theatrical lights tend to focus on illuminating objects or people. This room was very efficient in succeeding the feel of the evil queen's lairs, it made me feel intrigued and special. |
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This picture was taken at DCA during our snack break. It really grabbed my attention after we had been discussing the different types of themed lighting. It brings many types to surface, for example, the signs are considered architectural lighting because they are on the building, but also character lighting because they are being used to specifically create and depict a style (western rodeo-esque). The lights that are in the interior are brought by the lighting designer, for basic illuminating reasons. The lights outside and underneath the roof fixture I would say are considered architectural, character and area development. Overall, the lights set the tone and stick with the concept of the environment all while staying practical to the use of illuminating. 
I must add this shot that was taken in the sorceress' area because I fell in love with this room. The amount of character lighting was breath taking, and all of the colors made it majestic. I don't remember seeing any theatrical lights in this room, but I do know that some were hidden above the ceiling fixtures in the next room we visited. I just wanted to add the point of recognizing the difference between character and theatrical lights. They both aim to create a scene and set a mood, but character lights are meant to be visible to add to the existing environment while theatrical lights tend to focus on illuminating objects or people. This room was very efficient in succeeding the feel of the evil queen's lairs, it made me feel intrigued and special. 
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ReplyDeleteI do want to clarify a few things:
3 types of lights used in the theme park world are: Architectural, Character (specific type of architectural and relates more directly to 'practicals' in theatre) and Theatrical Lights
Location that those lights can be in are:
Area Development - where we walk
Facade - mounted to the fronts of buildings outside
Retail and Restaurants - Interiors
Show/Ride - Lights in Shows, Rides and Attractions
Glad you enjoyed the day :)