I designed this with a very specific country music duo in mind, but I won't say who because it doesn't matter. As is typical during the last two months of the year, I had a lot of downtime in which to ponder and build (in SketchUp) this set for a country music tour. I know I said a month ago that I...

I have a soft spot in my heart for kinetic sculpture, especially these sorts of elegant, flowing pieces that masterfully evoke the organic movements of the natural world. These come from New York-based artist Bob Potts:

Bob Potts - Ascension from M.A.D.Gallery on Vimeo.

Bob Potts - Denize...

A final few thoughts about some some of the stuff I saw at LDI, and some pictures! Everybody likes pictures!

Lightwave International Phenom

Lightwave International released the Phenom, a small moving head laser that is rated for audience scanning effects. The company doesn't say what the laser...

As a designer who also dabbles in "prep", or "The Fine Art of Putting Things Together To Make A Lighting Rig", I often spend a great deal of time in warehouses of various repute. For those playing the home game, this is the big physical space where all a company's equipment is stored, pending rental...