Lighting the Golden Gate Bridge: Scale and Dignity
The Golden Gate Bridge serves as the iconic symbol of San Francisco, captivating millions of visitors each year with its majesty, beauty
Unzipping the Past: The History of the Times Square Electric Zipper Sign
When most people think of Times Square in New York City, they think about its bustling crowds, dazzling lights, towering billboards, and
Black History Month Spotlight: Lewis Latimer- A Remarkable Inventor Who’s Career Transcended Boundaries and Barriers
In the annals of history, there are pioneers whose contributions transcend boundaries, barriers, and time, leaving a lasting impact on the world.
Peter Mole: The Academy Awards Favorite Cinema Lighting Professional
In the world of cinema, there are unsung heroes whose contributions often go unnoticed because they take place behind the scenes. One
Wabash, Indiana: The First Electrically Lighted City in the World
In the late 19th century, as the world was on the brink of an industrial revolution, a small city in Indiana embarked
My Kind of Sign: C-H-I-C-A-G-O Theater’s Iconic Electric Sign
No electric sign is as tied to a city’s history and culture as the historic 6-story vertical Chicago Theater sign on State
Stanley McCandless: The Father of Modern Lighting Design and His Brilliant Legacy
In the world of theater, film, and architecture, lighting design plays a crucial role in setting the mood, enhancing performances, and creating
Taming the Traffic Chaos: The Inception of the Electric Traffic Light
In the bustling streets of urban America during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, chaos and confusion reigned supreme; however, a
In the Limelight: The First Theatrical Follow-Spot Light
Early theatrical lighting employed many different techniques and technologies, but arguable one of the most interesting in the mid-1800’s was an invention
History of Sport Stadium Lighting
Sports stadium lighting has come a long way over the years, from the humble beginnings of incandescent lighting to the complex LED
