Wow…our third time sponsoring the Master Classes and I didn’t think it could get better but it did! We are still showcasing our wares to intelligent and motivated participants, that hasn’t changed. But the experience is easier because we’re keeping our table in place for the Projections class, allowing me to focus on talking to people instead of breaking down and setting up once more. Another improvement is more

As a vendor, the BLMC offers a unique opportunity to get together with lighting designers.

Where else can you be with the likes of Beverly Emmons, Jules Fisher, and Ken Posner.

We can discuss upcoming projects, the introduction of new equipment, or just make small talk.

—Steve Lerman, director of sales, Lycian

Speaking at the Master Classes this afternoon reminded me again what a great opportunity it is to talk about our work as designers. Not only is it a chance to pass on my experience to future designers, but it also provides me with the opportunity, or perhaps imperative, to genuinely consider my work, my process, and the theory that underpins my aesthetic choices.

—Peter Nigrini, projection designer

It was exciting to see the show 9 to 5 last night, especially knowing that today we’d have a chance to ask questions to the design team.

Their comments on how lighting and projection worked together was fascinating. Never have I heard of a Broadway show that had one cue list which had in it and fired ALL of the lighting and projection cues. Peter Nigrini had some wonderful comments about more

The experiences here during the class sessions have been varied, but all have been a great educational experience. So far Don Holder’s class on cyc lighting and Brian MacDevitt’s art and research class have been my favorites. Don’s class presented some really simple but brilliant ways to accomplish really beautiful cycs. It was great to see Brian go into more depth with research techniques that we use in school. It’s more