The Learn Stage Lighting podcast is an educational and informative look into the world of stage lighting. Starting with the basics, we choose a topic to cover each week, followed by a few listener questions. Our host is David Henry, a lighting designer and educator from https://www.learnstagelighting.com .
What are the differences between stage lighting and film lighting...and how do they mix?
I recently saw someone critique some lighting from a concert they went to, and I've got some thoughts on what they did right and what they did WRONG!
Here we answer questions from some popular Facebook groups and ramble on about even more!
Comparing (2) LED stage lights is easy....or is it? In this episode, we talk lumens, lux, quality, and more!
Today we'll dive in to some Q&A from a Facebook group and answer some questions that might not be so obvious. Tune in!
It's no secret that video and lighting continue to merge together. In this episode we take a look at how this happened, why it matters to you, and how you can use it to make your next event better!
Switching to a new lighting console is never fun. Here are some tips I have to make it easier.
Today's episode has (2) main parts - if you're moving from one console to another, do you really need every feature that you used in the previous console. Then, we talk about why it's important to get to know the console(s) you use as best you can!
Easier – You're not crammed for space. You have more surfaces/air to shine lights upon. FOH control areas typically can be as large as you need. You typically have more “layers of light” to work with. Harder – Your legs HURT after a long day! You need more lights to produce the same effect. Programming […]
Easier – You're not crammed for space. You have more surfaces/air to shine lights upon. FOH control areas typically can be as large as you need. You typically have more “layers of light” to work with. Harder – Your legs HURT after a long day! You need more lights to produce the same effect. Programming […]
Easier – You're not crammed for space. You have more surfaces/air to shine lights upon. FOH control areas typically can be as large as you need. You typically have more “layers of light” to work with. Harder – Your legs HURT after a long day! You need more lights to produce the same effect. Programming […]
I've talked before about different pieces of software or consoles that you can use to control LED pixels – but which one is the right one for you? Notes/Links: Previous Episode on Pixel control: https://learnstagelighting.com/episode-52-how-do-you-add-video-to-your-lighting-show-media-servers-pixels-and-control/ ENTTEC ELM ONYX Grab your free guide to begin with lighting!
I've talked before about different pieces of software or consoles that you can use to control LED pixels – but which one is the right one for you? Notes/Links: Previous Episode on Pixel control: https://www.learnstagelighting.com/episode-52-how-do-you-add-video-to-your-lighting-show-media-servers-pixels-and-control/ ENTTEC ELM ONYX Grab your free guide to begin with lighting!
I've talked before about different pieces of software or consoles that you can use to control LED pixels – but which one is the right one for you? Notes/Links: Previous Episode on Pixel control: https://www.learnstagelighting.com/episode-52-how-do-you-add-video-to-your-lighting-show-media-servers-pixels-and-control/ ENTTEC ELM ONYX Grab your free guide to begin with lighting!
Don't forget to download your FREE guide to begin with lighting at: https://www.learnstagelighting.com In this episode, David discusses topics such as: What considerations should you take when you want to reuse custom LED pixel set pieces? Why I don't love LED tape. Wally's Lights ($10 Off Your First Purchase Through This Link!) Wired Watts Boscoyo […]
Don't forget to download your FREE guide to begin with lighting at: https://learnstagelighting.com In this episode, David discusses topics such as: What considerations should you take when you want to reuse custom LED pixel set pieces? Why I don't love LED tape. Wally's Lights ($10 Off Your First Purchase Through This Link!) Wired Watts Boscoyo […]
Don't forget to download your FREE guide to begin with lighting at: https://www.learnstagelighting.com In this episode, David discusses topics such as: What considerations should you take when you want to reuse custom LED pixel set pieces? Why I don't love LED tape. Wally's Lights ($10 Off Your First Purchase Through This Link!) Wired Watts Boscoyo […]
Don't forget to download your FREE guide to begin with lighting at: https://learnstagelighting.com In this episode, David discusses topics such as: What is a Cue? What is a Playback? What is a Submaster? What about Pages? How Do You Decide Whether to Put a Cue on a Fader vs. a Button What about virtual faders […]
Don't forget to download your FREE guide to begin with lighting at: https://www.learnstagelighting.com In this episode, David discusses topics such as: What is a Cue? What is a Playback? What is a Submaster? What about Pages? How Do You Decide Whether to Put a Cue on a Fader vs. a Button What about virtual faders […]
Don't forget to download your FREE guide to begin with lighting at: https://www.learnstagelighting.com In this episode, David discusses topics such as: What is a Cue? What is a Playback? What is a Submaster? What about Pages? How Do You Decide Whether to Put a Cue on a Fader vs. a Button What about virtual faders […]
Welcome to the Learn Stage Lighting Podcast and today we're discussing three types of console setups that will work for any size venue. Main Segment (0:12) Choosing a Console For Different Venue Sizes David: What I wanted highlight today is some different options and what people might head for in different size venues. So at […]
Welcome to the Learn Stage Lighting Podcast and today we're discussing three types of console setups that will work for any size venue. Main Segment (0:12) Choosing a Console For Different Venue Sizes David: What I wanted highlight today is some different options and what people might head for in different size venues. So at […]
Welcome to the Learn Stage Lighting Podcast and today we're discussing three types of console setups that will work for any size venue. Main Segment (0:12) Choosing a Console For Different Venue Sizes David: What I wanted highlight today is some different options and what people might head for in different size venues. So at […]
Welcome to the Learn Stage Lighting Podcast and in today's episode, Troy and I will be discussing how do you create a truly unforgettable environment with lighting? When reflecting on past events, there are some that really stand out in my memory and that's what we're going to unpack today. What made those events so […]
Welcome to the Learn Stage Lighting Podcast and in today's episode, Troy and I will be discussing how do you create a truly unforgettable environment with lighting? When reflecting on past events, there are some that really stand out in my memory and that's what we're going to unpack today. What made those events so […]
Welcome to the Learn Stage Lighting Podcast and in today's episode, Troy and I will be discussing how do you create a truly unforgettable environment with lighting? When reflecting on past events, there are some that really stand out in my memory and that's what we're going to unpack today. What made those events so […]
Welcome to the Learn Stage Lighting Podcast and this episode, we're going to discuss the difference between cheap and expensive lights. Troy will be joining us again today and we're excited to have his perspective on the topic. Main Segment (1:03) When someone asks you what is the difference between cheap and inexpensive lights, what […]
Welcome to the Learn Stage Lighting Podcast and this episode, we're going to discuss the difference between cheap and expensive lights. Troy will be joining us again today and we're excited to have his perspective on the topic. Main Segment (1:03) When someone asks you what is the difference between cheap and inexpensive lights, what […]
Welcome to the Learn Stage Lighting Podcast and this episode, we're going to discuss the difference between cheap and expensive lights. Troy will be joining us again today and we're excited to have his perspective on the topic. Main Segment (1:03) When someone asks you what is the difference between cheap and inexpensive lights, what […]
Welcome to the podcast and episode 115. Today, we have a special guest Bob Mentele of Elation. Today, we're going to discuss what type of moving head you should buy? Main Segment (0:10) David: As you might remember about 5 years ago we started hearing about hybrid lights and led to this question. How do […]
Welcome to the podcast and episode 115. Today, we have a special guest Bob Mentele of Elation. Today, we're going to discuss what type of moving head you should buy? Main Segment (0:10) David: As you might remember about 5 years ago we started hearing about hybrid lights and led to this question. How do […]
Welcome to the podcast and episode 115. Today, we have a special guest Bob Mentele of Elation. Today, we're going to discuss what type of moving head you should buy? Main Segment (0:10) David: As you might remember about 5 years ago we started hearing about hybrid lights and led to this question. How do […]
Welcome to episode 114! It's a new year, and it's a good time to consider our goals for the upcoming year. Today's topic is should or shouldn't you learn multiple lighting console or software? First, if you are someone who is wanting to learn a specific console or software consider checking out Learn Stage Lighting […]
Welcome to episode 114! It's a new year, and it's a good time to consider our goals for the upcoming year. Today's topic is should or shouldn't you learn multiple lighting console or software? First, if you are someone who is wanting to learn a specific console or software consider checking out Learn Stage Lighting […]
Welcome to episode 114! It's a new year, and it's a good time to consider our goals for the upcoming year. Today's topic is should or shouldn't you learn multiple lighting console or software? First, if you are someone who is wanting to learn a specific console or software consider checking out Learn Stage Lighting […]
Welcome to the podcast and Episode # 113! Today. we're going to discuss purchasing name brand name lights versus purchasing from China. As some people have experienced is buying a new brand, have issues, and the brand disappears within a year or two. I don't want that for anyone and that's why I think it's […]
Welcome to the podcast and Episode # 113! Today. we're going to discuss purchasing name brand name lights versus purchasing from China. As some people have experienced is buying a new brand, have issues, and the brand disappears within a year or two. I don't want that for anyone and that's why I think it's […]
Welcome to the podcast and Episode # 113! Today. we're going to discuss purchasing name brand name lights versus purchasing from China. As some people have experienced is buying a new brand, have issues, and the brand disappears within a year or two. I don't want that for anyone and that's why I think it's […]
Thank you for joining us today for Episode 112 and during the series of why on the podcast today's topic is about using green in lighting. If you've asked any lighting designers you may find a common theme that most of them do not like green in their lighting. Why is that and is it […]
Thank you for joining us today for Episode 112 and during the series of why on the podcast today's topic is about using green in lighting. If you've asked any lighting designers you may find a common theme that most of them do not like green in their lighting. Why is that and is it […]
Thank you for joining us today for Episode 112 and during the series of why on the podcast today's topic is about using green in lighting. If you've asked any lighting designers you may find a common theme that most of them do not like green in their lighting. Why is that and is it […]
Welcome to today's show and in this episode we're doing our Why segment. I wanted to start this segment with exploring various topics and asking the simple question, Why? Today, why do I talk so much about getting an even wash of light on your stage and what are the exceptions? Show Sponsorship (2:17) The […]
Welcome to today's show and in this episode we're doing our Why segment. I wanted to start this segment with exploring various topics and asking the simple question, Why? Today, why do I talk so much about getting an even wash of light on your stage and what are the exceptions? Show Sponsorship (2:17) The […]
Welcome to today's show and in this episode we're doing our Why segment. I wanted to start this segment with exploring various topics and asking the simple question, Why? Today, why do I talk so much about getting an even wash of light on your stage and what are the exceptions? Show Sponsorship (2:17) The […]
Welcome to today's episode! We have a special guest, Bob Mentele of Elations to discuss using visualizers and if that's a tool you should consider. Let's dive in! Main Segment (0:37) David: Today, we have with us Bob Mentele from Elations to discuss visualizers. Why should we use a lighting visualizer? There are a couple […]
Welcome to today's episode! We have a special guest, Bob Mentele of Elations to discuss using visualizers and if that's a tool you should consider. Let's dive in! Main Segment (0:37) David: Today, we have with us Bob Mentele from Elations to discuss visualizers. Why should we use a lighting visualizer? There are a couple […]
Welcome to today's episode! We have a special guest, Bob Mentele of Elations to discuss using visualizers and if that's a tool you should consider. Let's dive in! Main Segment (0:37) David: Today, we have with us Bob Mentele from Elations to discuss visualizers. Why should we use a lighting visualizer? There are a couple […]
Welcome to Episode 109 and today, we're going to discuss lasers and using them in stage lighting. While I covered lasers on our YouTube, I wasn't able to cover as much as I would like to. So today, we're going to go a little more into it. Show Sponsor (1:05) Today's sponsor of this episode […]
Welcome to Episode 109 and today, we're going to discuss lasers and using them in stage lighting. While I covered lasers on our YouTube, I wasn't able to cover as much as I would like to. So today, we're going to go a little more into it. Show Sponsor (1:05) Today's sponsor of this episode […]
Welcome to Episode 109 and today, we're going to discuss lasers and using them in stage lighting. While I covered lasers on our YouTube, I wasn't able to cover as much as I would like to. So today, we're going to go a little more into it. Show Sponsor (1:05) Today's sponsor of this episode […]
Welcome to the Learn Stage Lighting podcast, episode #108. Today, we're kicking off our latest segment, Why? We'll be covering topics, myths, and explore why certain things are set in stone in the lighting industry. Show Sponsorship (2:27) The sponsor of today's show is Learn Stage Lighting Labs. If you've been listening for a while […]
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