This tree is probably just your average tree by day, but at night it is well illuminated from its base causing it to become mysterious, textural, and looming. The moment I saw it, I was reminded of the branch gobo we looked at in class last week. The intricate, weaving branches and dark pockets of negative space capture the essence of the gobo perfectly. This is a design I have always been very fond of using for texture on the stage in my choreographic works. It adds a density to the lighting design that appears almost palpable, not to mention the shading on the dancers bodies that defines yet conceals. This is also interesting to me because it replicates the look I am trying to achieve with my New Slate piece. Having these images to show my lighting designer will enable me to better communicate my thoughts and ideas, and will be a nice source of inspiration. If we can achieve even a bit of this tree's magic on stage, I'll be ecstatic!
Leann, these pictures are great. I love the way the light hits the trees, and I can definitely see this as an inspiration for lighting for your piece based on the props and what I have seen of it.
ReplyDeleteI love these images as well Leann. The placement of the light from below really gives the tree dimension and texture. Looking forward to seeing your New Slate piece.
ReplyDeleteGreat images and great analysis although somewhat funny that you say this captures the gobo perfectly, rather than the other way around :)
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