these photos represent different phases of light experimentation within a very confined space (approx. 12" x 8" x 18"). after much diliberation over how many lights, what kind of light, and what king of filter, we decided to go with one light source that emits three different effects. one of the effects is a backlight created by cutting a hole in the back of the form. the light is inside the form and creates a backlight for by reflecting off of the wall behind it and, therefore, creating contrast between the form and it's surroundings. the second effect is a defined color wash created by using a color lense and styrene below the light source with very sharply cut edges the thrird effect is a hard shadow cast on the right wall by a shape positioned close to the light source. one of the successes of the project is that we did not everwhelm the small space eventhough we were able to show 3 effects. also, the volume of the form is only seen through the shadow cast on the right wall because of careful placement. and finally, the light is only experienced through the effects, not directly. subsequently there are "ah ha" moments that are delightful.
early experimentation
inside of box w/out effects
w/ effects
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