Uplighting is the "wow factor" of an event. Professional lighting services should use bright high-quality lighting fixtures for an event. Event lighting should be done by an qualified technician with the proper equipment
Uplights should be set every 12-18 feet around the perimeter of the ballroom. 10'-12' ceiling heights should require a minimum of a 36 watt LED fixture. 13'-18' ceiling heights should require a minimum of a 60 watt LED fixture, and 19' + ceiling heights should a 100 watt or more LED fixture. The beam angle is extremely important make sure that the light beam does not look like a stripe."
Different tents do better with different LED fixtures. Generally, brightness is not as big as a factor but beam angle is EXTREMELY important. Pricing is usually base on the size of the tent.
Landscape lighting is one of the most beautiful elements of an outdoor event. LED and conventional lighting do a great job and produce different results. Pricing is reflective of an 1/2 acre area. Pricing is normally based on area and the number of objects to light.
Specific items such as a photo booth, arbor, step and repeat, or any specialty item that may need to be highlighted can be done so through uplighting.
Pinspots project a narrow beam of light, normally from above, to highlight a specific item. It is considered a very important part of event lighting.
Pinspotting guest tables and arrangements is critical in emphasizing the details of the tablescape. Details are usually viewed in full lighting during the planning process; however, ballrooms and tents are not designed to use full lighting during an event.
Typically ambient light is used to make the guest more comfortable; unfortunately the details of the design get lost. Pinspot bring the details back to light.
A cake or other special item can get lost in the ambient light during a special event. Pinspots are crucial to make these items stand out and to have your guest notice the things that are most important.
String lighting is a great way to use lighting to convey a theme as well as be functional. String bulbs are a great way to convey a themes such as vintage, tropical, and Parisian.
String Lights come with either black or white wires. They are typically not easily hung and many times are quite difficult to pull tight enough to achieve the height needed. This item should be installed by a professional.
Twinkle lights are a great way to add the sparkle to your event. Be aware that many time LED twinkle lights actually appear greenish. There is no industry standard charge for this item. Ask Blue Steel to work with you on a design and pricing.
Projections are used to fill a space on the floor, wall, or ceiling with shapes or letters to customize your event. The beam degree determines the size of the projection. It is important to have the proper equipment so that the image can be size appropriate and does not appear skewed.
A custom monogram is great way to personalize an event. They are typically projected onto a floor or a wall.
Stock projections are projections or shapes, images, or patterns that have already been developed and used somewhere before. They are a great way to decor a blank space and give theme to an event.
A stage wash is usually used to light a performance or a speaker. It is important in that it draws the attention of the audience to the desired location.
A dancefloor wash highlights a performance such a specialty dance or speaker. It helps to gather the audiences attention as well as enhance the photographs.
As stage wash is normally used to enhance a performance that happens somewhere other than the dance floor. Many times it is used to highlight a band.
Ceiling draping is used to soften a space. If properly hung and custom cut to length, the guest is be enamored by the artistry of the design.
4-12 Point Swags start on the edge of the space and come to one point in the middle forming a spoke. Many times another point of focus like a chandelier is hung in the center.
Ceiling Drape can be installed with a variety of techniques and patterns. Ask the Blue Steel team to help you design your custom design.
Pipe and Drape is sometimes referred to as masking. It is many times used to soften a space or "mask" an area that the host does not want visible to the guest.
Draping comes in a variety of colors and materials. The many colors and different materials are associated with different themes and come a variety of pricing. Ask the Blue Steel team to get the look that is right for you.
Draping comes in a variety of colors and materials. The many colors and different materials are associated with different themes and come a variety of pricing. Ask the Blue Steel team to get the look that is right for you.
Draping comes in a variety of colors and materials. The many colors and different materials are associated with different themes and come a variety of pricing. Ask the Blue Steel team to get the look that is right for you.
Chandeliers and Pendants are a great way to enhance the theme of the event. They can be used in a variety of installations including ballrooms, tents, trees, arbors, and bar enhancements. There are many styles of lighting fixtures and pricing can vary based on its complexity.
Pricing is based on a fixture with moderate complexity and moderate installation.
Pricing is based on a fixture with moderate complexity and moderate installation.
Pricing is based on a fixture with moderate complexity and moderate installation.
Blue Steel pricing is normally far below industry pricing
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