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Pasq Elite user Lance Rench-Hausen. 417 Posts |
"Mixed-Race-board", surely.
When will we eliminate the racism from magic? I fear never.
Sparrow in a barrow.
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Patrick Redford Inner circle Michigan 1751 Posts |
You can make your own dry-erase board that doesn't promote glare quite easily.
All you have to do is find a picture frame that you find of suitable quality and fashion and replace the glass with non-glare. Mount a white piece of paper under this and one now has a non-glare dry erase board. It's quite effective. -George Tait |
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jlevey Inner circle Montreal, Quebec, Canada 2076 Posts |
Could a dry erase board be treated with a product (professionally) so that it does not glare under stage lights?
If a large dry erase board is displayed on an easel on stage and not moved, couldn't the stage lights be adjusted to prevent glare? Or, does the "angle of incidence" factor make glare impossible to circumvent?
Jonathan
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Patrick Redford Inner circle Michigan 1751 Posts |
Certainly lights could be adjusted, however this is more trouble than it's worth.
-George Tait |
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jlevey Inner circle Montreal, Quebec, Canada 2076 Posts |
I plan to Incorporate Osterlind's Ultra Board into my stage show.
In addition, I would like to present my version of Corinda's Amazing Memory Test. For this memory effect, I had planned on displaying, on an easel, a white dry-erase board that is about 3 feet across by 2 feet high. I really like the look of this board on the easel, believing that it enhances the stage environment. I also believed that the black marker would contrast nicely against the white dry-erase board, making it easy to use and very visual for the audience, especially for the spectators sitting in the back section of the room. After reading this post, I realize that the potential for glare may be a big reason to get rid of the dry-earse board idea and replace this board with a large off-white pad of paper that could (like the dry-erase board) be displayed prominently on the easel for all to see. Still, I prefer the Dry-erase board's "look" and ease of utility. I suppose that since I will not be moving the board around the stage, that setting the stage lights in advance should resolve any potential glare problems. Any last comments or advice, to point out the advantages/disadvantages of Dry-Erase boards would be appreciated. Jonathan
Jonathan
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Patrick Redford Inner circle Michigan 1751 Posts |
You could potentially create your own finish by covering the board with a sheet of non-reflecting Plexiglas. As an alternative you might want to experiment with different laminate finishes that are on the market to cover the board with that you already have. This may provide the desired solution.
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jlevey Inner circle Montreal, Quebec, Canada 2076 Posts |
Good suggestions Patrick.
Thanks. Jonathan In spite of the fact that I like the clean and more polished look of the white Dry-Erase board, I beilieve that the Giant flip-pad with off-white paper, displayed on my easel, is the best solution. After all, what's more important...that I like the "look" or that my audience can "see"?! Thanks again for the valuable comments on this thread. Jonathan
Jonathan
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justforeffect Regular user Bristol, UK 153 Posts |
The problem with glare is not just that the audience cannot see the prediction, but also that under stage light is pretty blinding and is therefore not a comfortable experience.
What about using a traditional lights-and-mirrors projector if you don't like the look of a chalk board? |
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Parson Smith Inner circle 1937 Posts |
Richard Osterlind says that chalk on a blackboard just "pops out" at the audience.
I feel sure that he should know. Peace, Parson
Here kitty, kitty,kitty.
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jlevey Inner circle Montreal, Quebec, Canada 2076 Posts |
Quote:
On 2005-04-20 17:00, Parson Gary Smith wrote: Now "that's" re-assuring and puts it in perspective. Thanks Parson!
Jonathan
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Paul D Elite user NY 455 Posts |
If Richard Osterlind says it works than it works good luck.
Astonishment as Therapy...?
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jlevey Inner circle Montreal, Quebec, Canada 2076 Posts |
Apparently, there is a new material on the market that is non-reflective, yet bright white, and the ink can be dry-erased. This material, I am told, is adhesive and can be placed on top of the already existing dry erase white surface of an "old" standard dry erase board.
The material is called, Lo-Gloss View-All Covering, and sells her in Canada for about $81.00 per square foot. For an additional $50, the store that sells this product will cut and mount it perfectly to fit the dimensions of my 2 ft by 3ft Dry Erase Board. This may be a good alternative,though more costly, to switching to giant pads of paper. Hope this info is of some help.
Jonathan
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robb_randall New user surprise, arizona 23 Posts |
What about an overhead projector?
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jlevey Inner circle Montreal, Quebec, Canada 2076 Posts |
I am told that a similar substitute surface is available, but that it is made up of a series of tiny "ridges" (instead of a smooth white surface). This material is able to take projected images without reflecting glare. In Canada this material is sold under the name "Lenticular View-all(high quality) projection surface".
All the best! Jonathan
Jonathan
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