Chris Lose extols the virtues of good nomenclature, the simple act of naming things properly. He praises the unsung heroes of concert lighting programming who make sure each cue is well labeled, color-coded, and harmonious between songs.
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Chris Lose reminds readers of one of the most reliable design principles, “Keep it simple, stupid.” The KISS mantra has saved many shows, and a few lighting designers’ careers. He unpacks why simplicity reigns supreme and when complexity might earn its keep.
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Chris Lose discusses how GDTF is helping manage the torrent of different profiles from multiple sources.
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Chris Lose discusses spinning the wheel programming multi-function hybrid luminaires.
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Chris Lose discusses Backstage Pass Syndrome and the feeling of being both connected and disconnected.
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Chris Lose looks at the pros and cons of the many different forms of mementoes tour professionals become overwhelmed with as they accumulate souvenirs, tchotchkes, and swag.
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Chris Lose discusses not letting Gigcitement get out of control. He offers some hard-earned advice to allow you to balance your own work/life priorities.
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Chris Lose discusses the importance of instilling and nurturing confidence—in lighting providers, co-workers, visual technologies and ourselves. Don’t do a trustfall without it.
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Chris Lose shares some observations and experiences about industry travel. If you are looking to join the ranks of the touring vagabonds, he explores the different types of travel that our industry can provide for you.
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Chris Lose discusses what he calls Grass-is-Greener-on-the-other-Side-itus, or GiGotoSitus for short. “In the world of concert lighting, where creativity intertwines with technical skill, the allure of a new role, a different project, or a seemingly better opportunity can be irresistible. But, as I get older, the years are starting to mow me down. My job has left me with a curious affliction called Grass-is-Greener-on-the-other-Side-itus, or GiGotoSitus. No matter what I am doing, no matter how proud I am, no matter how exotic the location, I am constantly striving to jump the fence and be on a different gig.”
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Chris Lose brings us the Epic of Haystax, a tale of one crew member’s moment of stardom supported by the rest of the production crew coming together to make it happen with teamwork and mutual respect.
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Chris Lose shares some universal truths about cloning fixtures he has found from his past experiences of cloning gone wrong and cloning gone right.
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