Summary: This week on Episode 29 we dive into what is Dynamic Range and how you can use this on your stage. Plus! We have some great questions in our Mailbag that we will go over, you won’t want to miss this episode!<br> If you learned something today or on a previous episode be sure to leave a review at <a href="https://learnstagelighting.com/itunes">https://learnstagelighting.com/itunes</a><br> Lighting News (2:17)<br> This week in Lighting News there was a new product announcement for the <a href="https://www.chauvetdj.com/products/intimidator-spot-260/">Chauvet Intimidator Spot 260</a> that retails for $599.<br> For those who are not sure what this new product is. It’s a small LED Moving Head designed for DJ’s or Bands. It’s got an impressive set of features, and is a great choice for folks who need a basic mover and don’t mind it being loud!<br> Main Segment (5:44)<br> What do you think of when you hear Dynamic Range?<br> Normally, my mind goes to audio or photography.<br> In Audio, dynamic range is the softest and loudest part of the song.<br> Photography is similar. It’s the darkest and brightest parts of the photo or video.<br> In Stage Lighting it is very similar you have the dark and bright parts of the show.<br> How Can You Use Dynamic Range in Lighting?<br> Some ways that you can start using dynamic range in your lighting is by shutting off some of your lights. Whether you 30 lights to work or just 4 lights you can use this method.<br> For example, You start off using 50% of the lighting. Then, you hit a big part of the show and go Full in the lights. Later, as needed, you take the lights back down to 50%.<br> The point is, turn your lights off sometimes! No matter the size of your show be mindful in your lighting and the impact of using your lights.<br> The Nuts and Bolts<br> Let’s transition to how to make it happen. In your console, do you have a way to control the Intensity of your lights separate from your overall looks?<br> When programming your console, if you are able, I recommend setting up your console a certain way.<br> Depending on your console’s capability, I recommend recording color for every light, in every scene. Then, use the Faders for the Intensity to help bring down the lights and Intensity on the stage.<br> To read more on Dynamic Range check out the full article here: <a href="https://www.learnstagelighting.com/dynamic-range-light/">Dynamic Range Light</a><br> If you’re interested in learning more about programming lights live and on the fly be sure to check out <a href="https://lp.learnstagelighting.com/learn-stage-lighting-labs/">Learn Stage Lighting Labs</a> for personalized support, tutorials, and so much more!<br> Mailbag (14:04)<br> The mailbag part of the show is where folks send in their questions. If you’d like to send your question in just follow this link and complete the form: <a href="https://www.learnstagelighting.com/contact/">Contact Page</a><br> Darren (15:00): We are going from fluorescent to LED house lights at our church. The switches are on the back wall of the sanctuary. Is there a system so we can use to control these lights without having to rewire? If so, can they be dimmable?<br> There’s a lot going on here. When switching from fluorescent to LED you are either changing the bulbs or the fixtures altogether.<br> For the lights to be dimmable you will need a Dimmer Switch. I’m not an expert in this area but you do want to go with a commercial dimmer instead of a house dimmer. The other option is to get an LED Fixture that is remote Dimmer from DMX.<br> Joe K (19:55): I am looking for examples of concert photos with backlighting and silhouettes and tips on how I can get such shots.. Do you have any?<br> I would recommend searching Google Images: <a href="https://www.google.com/search?tbm=isch&source=hp&biw=1920&bih=987&ei=hu5qW62sF8Wyz..."></a>