19 Mar 2015

Lighting for Galleries and Exhibitions by Node Center

Lighting for Galleries and Exhibitions
An online Course by Node Center

This Course is designed to give an insight into lighting design with a focus on art galleries, museum and exhibition spaces. Participants will learn about the various tools and techniques available when designing lighting for an exhibition and how to best communicate these ideas to an architect, lighting designer or electrical planner when designing a space.

Topics discussed include the fundamentals of lighting design, the visual system and spatial perception, supporting topics specific to art and exhibition spaces, creating atmospheres, conservation, maintenance and flexibility. Geared towards those working in galleries, curators and exhibition designers, the Course covers the theoretical and practical applications of lighting design and how this can support and enhance the exhibition of art.

Full information and enrollment: www.nodecenter.net/course/lighting-for-exhibitions

- Duration: April 8 - 29, 2015
- Application deadline: April 6, 2015
- Lecturer: Michael Dooney
- Participation fee: 148 EUR


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PROGRAM

Week 1 (Introduction)

What is lighting design? Why is it important and how is it relevant to an exhibition space?
History of lighting design
How does light transform a space
Best practices and examples of museum and gallery lighting


Week 2 (Application & Theory)

Fundamentals of lighting design
Light and colour
Visual system and perception


Week 3 (Practical & Technical)

Lamps, luminaires and lighting control
Gallery types and lighting considerations
Conservation


Week 4 (Bringing everything together)

Holistic lighting design and approach to displaying of art


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CONTACT
www.nodecenter.net
info@nodecenter.org