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Stage Lighting: The Fundamentals is written specifically for introductory stage lighting courses. The book begins with an examination of the nature of light, perception, and color, then leads into a conversation of stage lighting equipment and technicians. Lamps, luminaries, controls/dimming, and electricity form the basis of these chapters. The book also provides a detailed explanation and overview of the lighting design process for the theatre and several other traditional forms of entertainment. Finally, the book explores a variety of additional areas where lighting designers can find related future employment, such as concert and corporate lighting, themed design, architectural and landscape lighting, and computer animation.New for this edition:enlarged fullcolor illustrations, photographs, light plots and examples of lighting design;updated information on LED lighting and equipment;expanded discussion of the practical use of color as a designer;expanded discussion of psychological/perceptual effects of color;new discussion of color mixing through light sources that make use of additive mixing;expanded discussion of industry professions;expanded discussion and illustrations relating to photometrics;expanded discussion and examples of control protocols and new equipment; andupdated designer profiles along with the addition of still more designer profiles.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Stage Lighting: The Fundamentals'? A: 'Stage Lighting: The Fundamentals' is designed for introductory stage lighting courses, covering the nature of light, perception, color, and essential stage lighting equipment.
- Q: What new features are included in the second edition? A: The second edition includes enlarged full-color illustrations, updated information on LED lighting, expanded discussions on color use and psychological effects, and additional designer profiles.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Richard E. Dunham.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Stage Lighting: The Fundamentals' has a total of 498 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition? A: This edition was published on November 16, 2018.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in stage lighting? A: Yes, the book is specifically written for beginners and covers the fundamentals of stage lighting comprehensively.
- Q: What are some topics covered in this book? A: Topics include the nature of light, lighting equipment, the lighting design process, and various employment opportunities in lighting design.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Can this book be used for courses other than stage lighting? A: While primarily focused on stage lighting, the concepts discussed can be relevant for related fields such as architectural and landscape lighting.
- Q: Does this book address modern lighting technologies? A: Yes, it includes updated discussions on LED lighting and new control protocols.