Week 5: The Excitement of Light

Since I took this picture with my phone, it really doesn't do the light justice. What it does show, however, is the variety of colors that are present in the Edwards Cinema sign at The Spectrum. When I see lights like this, feelings that arise are: energy, excitement, flashy and an almost giddy happiness. It makes me feel like there is energy in the air, like a bustling city. The use of cool and warm lights with all of its shaping, communicate excitement that something is happening HERE. 

Seeing this light at the Spectrum reminded me of the first time I visited Times Square and just the sheer amount of action that happens there. That time, however, it was an overwhelming action…almost dizzying, nauseating. At the Spectrum, however, I felt excited. A lot of that had to do with knowing where I was and not feeling like I had to focus on so many things. (i.e. in NY navigating, new culture, safety, etc.) 

I really enjoy walking around the Spectrum because it has SO many different types of lights that can be associated with emotion. For that reason, my next few posts may take you on the lighting tour of the Spectrum ; ).