technical stuff Flashcards
What can lighting be used for?
To create mood and atmosphere Define key locations onstage Highlight key moments of action and direct the audience's focus Denote a time of day or time period Show symbolic meaning
What colours are cold in temperature?
Purple, blue and green
What colours are warm in temperature?
Yellow, orange, red, pink
What can angleing lights create?
Shadows
If the light is positioned overhead and directly above the actor where would the shadow be?
In front of them
Define snap
A sudden change of lighting to a different lighting state
Define fade
A slow change where one lighting state overlaps the next
What is a flood light?
A floodlight creates a general wash of colour, it cannot be focused and does not have a lens.
What is the full name for a par can?
parabolic reflector can
What is a par can?
Par cans throw a very harsh strong beam of light creating a dramatic effect
What is a fresnel?
Fresnel spots are used to create a general wash of light across the stage. The fresnel has a stepped lens that causes the light to scatter, producing a softer edge
What is a profile spot?
A profile spot makes a strong beam of light that can be focussed on a specific area of the stage. The defined beams are perfect for long throws and can be used to cut shapes on stage and project gobos.
What is a follow spot?
A spot that follows actors around the stage.
What is the name for a colour filter
gels
What is the name for metal stencils that are placed over the lens to project a shape or word?
gobo
