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tbiloski New user 8 Posts |
Going to keep this simple have a shadow box. The entire routine works in rehearsals how ever I can not get it past that point because the box loves shadows to much. My issue at the moment is no matter what light I use or position it is in I can not get a good looking shadow on the front panel. Unfortunately when my assistant is magically appearing she is showing up on the side panels as well looks really cool but dosnt look magical at all. I thought of using a thicker fabric for the side panels but that may or may not only fix the shadow from being seen from then sides this won't help creat a crisper shadow in the front. Any suggestions or things I am doing wrong? If you need more information sizes and such let me know and I can post. I just really want to get this into my show this fall
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cc-magic New user las vegas 89 Posts |
Two answers for you. Put a shell on your lightbulb to keep it only lighting the front of the paper. It will keep the "shadows" on the sides from being visible. Secondly, put two specials aimed at the sides that light brighter than your bulb and it will also hide the "shadow" problem.
Crisper shadow in front = being closer to the paper. Good luck. |
jcsum Loyal user Singapore 217 Posts |
Charles is 100% correct, as you would expect from a seasoned prop You can be build a shell with aluminum sheet or use a mechanic's work lamp as seen here: http://www.dreamstime.com/photos-images/......amp.html
For the side shadows, if putting the side lights, ensure that the prop is put in the correct position on stage. If the prop is too downstage and the side lights end up further back, they may betray the girl's position. Ensure your light bulb is not frosted and is bright enough. I suggest 60W and above. J C
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jimgerrish Inner circle East Orange, NJ 3209 Posts |
I "discovered" a 200 lumen LED flashlight at Sears that works just fine for shadow illusions of all kinds. The big innovation for magic purposes was in the packaging of the flashlight. It was sealed in a molded heavy plastic package with a little built in mylar mirror that allowed the light to be turned on in the package (through a small hole in the back) and then the light hits the mirror at a 45 degree angle so you can see how bright it is without removing the package. Right away I thought of mounting that mirror onto the end of the flashlight when it is removed from the package, so the light can be lowered down into the top of a shadow box and still project the light forward (and only forward) onto the front screen. The flashlight also frees you from needing an electrical outlet and a long extension cord. Once a person becomes "involved" he or she can take the light in hand and use it in ways you would not want to try with a big hot bright incandescent bulb.
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tbiloski New user 8 Posts |
Thank you's so much this help out a lot gunna make some change once this snow storm is finished. Can't wait to get back into this site it been awhile forgot how amazing you guys are on here
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