Chauvet DJ reflects spirit of St. Luke’s Manor
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The impressive building that provides an emblematic backdrop to the concert series had stood empty and neglected for 14 years after the hospital that originally occupied it closed its doors in 1999. When the five-story structure reopened after extensive renovations in 2013 as a multi-use facility, it served as a catalyst for a neighbourhood-wide renaissance.
Designer Brent Schmidt of B Productions reflected this hopeful spirit and accented St. Luke’s Manor’s memorable architectural features, when he illuminated the building in an array of colours. Helping him in this endeavour were 24 Freedom Par Quad-4 IP and six Intimidator Wash Zoom 350 IRC fixtures from Chauvet DJ.
“With its columns and imposing clock tower, St. Luke’s Manor provides an amazing ‘canvas’ to work with,” says Schmidt. “The colours we were able to create with our lights made this historic building come alive and added to the atmosphere.”
Schmidt changed the colour of his lighting throughout the concert, moving from red and green schemes during holiday promotions, to soft pastels, to bolder colours, depending on the music. “I think we used every possible colour at one time or another,” he said. “It was a great way to support the mood of the music. Alex DiMichele, the organizer of the concert, had a very complete programme, so I’m glad we were able to provide lighting that reflected its different dimensions.”
The 24 Freedom Par Quad-4 IP fixtures in Schmidt’s rig were used to wash the upper section of the building. “We placed the Freedom Pars in the walk-up area, positioning them on rails that were about 10’ away from the actual building,” he said.
Schmidt placed the six Intimidator Wash Zoom 350 IRC units in his rig at the base of the six columns at the centre of the building.
(Jim Evans)
