Lighting is very important for your event or photoshoot. The lighting can change the mood in an instant! Here are a couple fo questions to ask when preparing for your next event.

Lighting Is EXTREMELY Important For Your Next Event.

Imagine a room with 10 tables. These 10 tables have 8 chairs around them. They also have a standard black tablecloth to add a fancy touch. There's not much to celebrate about these 10 tables standing alone in a room.

However, add lights! If you simply add up lights to the background. If 8 to 10 strategically placed lights were set next to the walls surrounding the tables and they were also set to the color of the event, this would create an instant change! Not to mention, you could even add a GOBO light to the wall with your logo in addition to movers that instantly add a level of excitement to the room. (See picture below). That's the power of lighting!

With the exception to music, lighting is probably going to be the 2nd most important addition to your event that you will need to consider. Lighting has the power to transform a room unlike anything else. An average event space such as many live music venues in LA can be completely transformed by the simple touch of lighting.

When you are looking to host an event, make sure to ask what lighting is available and also see if you are allowed to bring in your own lighting if needed.

What Types Of Lighting Are Best For Creating a Warm Ambiance At Events?

If you are hosting an event, such as at a baby shower venue, you will need to know what kind of atmosphere you are trying to create. Are you hoping to have a very warm and 'feel-good' environment or are you hoping to have an edgy 'cutting-edge' environment. Either way, lighting can help you navigate which atmosphere you want to create.

A cool environment usually requires colors like white, blue, or even purple. A warmer environment will require colors like yellow, red, or orange. The string lights that hang add a very warm feel to any space.

If you are hosting a photoshoot or even having picture taken at your event, you will need to consider how the lights are affecting the shots and make adjustments to the camera settings. You don't want all the people in your shots to appear green just because the lighting is green.

How Does Lighting Influence The Tone and Style Of a Photoshoot?

If your main purpose is for a photoshoot, then set your lights for the shots. Most event such as those at an intimate wedding venue in Los Angeles, are not only for the shots, but also for the live experience so a planner has to navigate through what the live audience sees and the product of the shots. This can be a tough tension to manage.

However, if you are simply setting up for a photoshoot, then take the time to set all your lighting simply for the shots. When booking a venue, make sure to ask questions about the lighting and even see what lighting they provide when you visit. This will help you know what you need to bring or even rent if you don't have enough lighting.

We hope this article helps you to determine what lighting is needed at your next photoshoot or event. Here is another great article to help you understand more about lighting. Happy planning!

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q1: What if a venue does not have enough 'fun lighting' for my event?
A: If your dream spot does not have enough lighting, you can either bring your own lighting or rent a lighting company.

Q2: Does the venue control the lighting or do I have freedom to change colors, etc.?
A: This is a question you will have to ask the specific venue. Most venue have an AV technician included in the package to control the lighting, but can change colors and things upon your request. Always make sure to ask before booking a venue.