Due to the special milestone year, this year's production expanded into a much larger scope and scale in the Las Vegas Orleans Arena. With more than a decade of working with the Stellar Awards, Carver knows how to create looks that thrill the crowds in their seats, and translate well on to television.
Carver's design consisted of Martin Vipers for graphic air effects and hard edge back light, Vl3500s for colour washes and to tone the stage, GRN Moving Washes to wash the and define the audience, Ayrton Magic Panels for effect lighting and music accents, Clay Paky Sharpys for audience and stage air graphic effects, GRN Washes to light inside of scenic elements, S/4-Lekos for award audience key light, and Pixel Lines to outline the stage front.
Additionally, a Hippo Media server was used for video content for screens and LED Walls, while GRNLite Pars were used for truss toning.
"I generally try to relay the artistic mood of the song via colour and texture while still paying attention that each performer looks great on camera and in close up," explained Carver. "My goal is always, whether for broadcast or live audiences, to try to have the performer remain the centre of attention and focus, while still being cast in their best light."
(Jim Evans)
