Beams Of Light

[beno]

does anyone know how to create the best beams of light for shooting on the DVX.

Do they usually use a smoke machine and strong lights with the barn doors tight?

Is it shooting on film that gives them such a sharp edge.. here's an example of the look I'm after

Any ideas would be appreciated.. thanks

 

[Gopher_Greene]

Smoke is the only way to get that in camera. Check DJ supplies or party rental stores. Or check with a DJ, many own there own machine. I think that spencers may sell them. If your going to be doing it alot it may be worth buying one.

 

[filmmaker58]

Smoke or dust, a strong backlight, and sharp cuts in the light help the effect. That picture is probably a 12 or 18k light hung above and behind the set, focused on the slotted roof creating sharp beams of light. The smoke is probably an oil cracker system, but you can use a party fogger and just waft it a lot to get an even spread. Remember, backlighting the smoke is the key to this type of effect.

 

[petelms]

Intresting topic. :thumbsup:

 

[beno]

thanks for the info guys... much appreciated.