special effects

Tech Talk: Inexpensive Halloween Effects

| Published in October 2009
Edgy or “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown”? Ensure that the tone of your event matches client expectations. What are some inexpensive Halloween effects I can recommend to my clients

UV/FX Produces Dual-Image Backdrops for Southern Comfort

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UV/FX created this dual-image backdrop for Southern Comfort's concert tour in which two images overlapped on one background. The top image could be seen under normal light, but once ultraviolet light was added, the brighter image (below) popped out.

When Mowalla Productions was looking to give their client Southern Comfort an exciting look to their underCOVER concert tour, they contacted UV/FX about their flexible and lightweight dual-image scenery. UV/FX customized it to allow for two scenes to be incorporated into only one piece of scenery so the backdrop could change with little effort.

6 Tips for Perfect Pyro at Your Next Event

| Published in July 2009
For perfect pyro, keep a few considerations in mind during the planning process. Planning with pyro? Here are six quick tips to make sure your next event lights up the night

Timeline: The History of Pyrotechnics

| Published in July 2009
Pyrotechnics have been inspiring crowds for over 2,000 years. Today, fireworks are used in everything from backyard BBQs and New Year’s celebrations to Super Bowl parties and King’s coronations. Here's a look at their storied past

Get More Bang for your Buck with Strategic Special Effects

| Published in April 2009
TLC Creative’s effects were key to filling this spacious arena with energy for this global aerospace company’s event. Are you getting the most out of your special effects? Here’s how to ensure every dollar counts

Tech Talk: Event Planner's Guide to Fog, Haze and Smoke

| Published in April 2009
Effectspecialist.com created this hazy atmosphere with a Low Smoke Generator. Producing fog has many technical variables. Cut through the fog with this discussion of some of those differences.

Big Bang Small Buck

| Published in October 2008
Need to create a spectacular holiday event on a tight budget? With these industry insights, anything is possible

Tech Talk: Insurance Needs as it Relates to AV

| Published in August 2008
When determining your insurance needs as you contract for A/V, lighting and special effects, your vendor’s basic liability insurance is only the beginning. Information about event insurance is getting standardized, but does it apply specifically to AV?

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