Art-Net: Best Used with a Closed System
It is important to note that Art-Net is specifically designed to be used in a closed network situation only. Art-Net is not designed to be… Read More »Art-Net: Best Used with a Closed System
Boss or Leader?
I really dislike the term “boss.” I especially hate when people say things like “Whatever, you’re the boss.” I think this is because I find… Read More »Boss or Leader?
The Move to 4K: Costly, Yet Inexorable
There’s a caveat with 4K presentations, and companies desiring to move in that direction need to have their eyes wide open. The workflow, from concept… Read More »The Move to 4K: Costly, Yet Inexorable
A Single Source Video Content Playback Solution
What options do you have when managing the playback of content in multiple locations from a single source? Until recently, the answer would have been… Read More »A Single Source Video Content Playback Solution
Setting the Stage for Special Needs Kids
Children in wheelchairs not only have special needs, they need special design consideration when they’re part of a show – getting them in and out… Read More »Setting the Stage for Special Needs Kids
It Can Pay to be Flexible on Fees
People are always asking me what to charge for a gig. I have my certain rates for various jobs and prefer when I can obtain… Read More »It Can Pay to be Flexible on Fees
A Mega-Pod of B-Eyes for Lady Gaga
Not every tour can splurge on the latest head-spinning fixtures out there like the B-Eye K20 from Clay Paky, with a list price well over… Read More »A Mega-Pod of B-Eyes for Lady Gaga
Projection Basics: 2D Masking vs. 3D Mapping
The popularity of projection mapping continues to grow, but when clients ask for video projection, do they want true 3D mapping projection, or are they… Read More »Projection Basics: 2D Masking vs. 3D Mapping
Magic Sheets + Mobile Devices = Smiling Programmers
One of the newest automated lighting features that is getting talked about often is the Layout View, or Magic Sheet. While this feature has been… Read More »Magic Sheets + Mobile Devices = Smiling Programmers
The Art of the Change
Most producers think that once the show is programmed that changing the lighting fixtures will have a very minimal effect. Of course, most designers and… Read More »The Art of the Change
IF/THEN’s Magic Mirror Doubles the Scenery
The most prominent set piece for the new musical, If/Then, which explores the two different paths that newly divorced urban planner named Elizabeth (Idina Menzel)… Read More »IF/THEN’s Magic Mirror Doubles the Scenery
Accepting Travel Vouchers Has Its Pros and Cons
In LD Richard Dunn’s case, he got a $400 voucher (pro) but had to wait for a subsequent flight. Then he got bumped from that… Read More »Accepting Travel Vouchers Has Its Pros and Cons