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How much lighting do you need for event sucess?

  

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Most people think the more, the better. This isn't always true when it comes to event lighting. It isn't about how much is used by how it is used. After many years of designing lighting schemes for individuals, we have found that the positioning and the use of lighting is more important then the quantity used. For instance, think of your entertainment for your event. Would you want 3 okay DJ's running your event or would you rather have 1 extraordinary DJ running your event. Multiple DJ's trying to do one job can just be obnoxious because they conflict with each other. If you have one or even two lights being used effectively then you will see how less is more. 

Most lighting companies will tell you how much it would cost per light to make your event successful(in their eyes). This is great for lighting designers because they could tell you that you need 40 lights on this wall and 25 on this wall. Most people who hire lighting designers don't know any better and will agree to what they are told. Don't be taken advantage of and this is exactly why we work with you by the wall or section. This allows us to expand more lighting into your wall without you taking on extra costs!

Make sure the correct lights are being used for the correct technique. There are many different kinds of lights out there and they all do different things. As long as your lighting designers has the correct equipment, you will have endless options for your lighting. This means there is a difference in the fixtures used for a wall wash, narrow beam up-lighting, and textures.

Double check with your photographer and/or videographer regarding your lighting. You don't want to do a green lighting that over powers the room and makes all your guests look like the Hulk. Event lighting is an accent lighting or atmosphere creator. Keep in mind that your pictures are going to capture the memories so make sure your memories are in color. Make sure they are aware of now house lights that will be used so they can practice shooting with a different atmosphere.