Prior to 2007, weddings and formal events in hotel ballrooms relied solely on chandeliers mounted in the ceiling and stage lights for bands or DJs.
Things have changed for the better — today, we have Up Lighting, which offers:
Old flood cans → LED uplights
Standard stage lighting flood cans with color gels, mounted on a small flat base. These were aimed at the ceiling or walls to create simple uplight effects.
About a year later, LED stage flood lights were introduced. These offered brighter, more versatile lighting, easier control, and more color options — paving the way for modern up lighting setups.
With LED stage lighting flood cans, each fixture can produce a wide range of colors, giving you the ability to create truly customized lighting effects.
LED uplights allow you to choose from millions of colors. Whether you want soft pastels, bold hues, or dynamic gradients, color is the easiest way to set the mood for any event.
From smooth fades to synchronized sequences, effects bring energy and movement to the room. You can create subtle ambiance or dramatic visual displays with just a few lights.
Each light fixture can be individually positioned and controlled, giving you full flexibility to highlight walls, drapes, or architectural features exactly how you want.
A Universal DMX controller lets you manage all your lights from one place. Program scenes, adjust brightness, and synchronize effects effortlessly to create professional-grade lighting setups.
Getting started begins with choosing how you want your up lighting to behave. You can keep things simple by setting a single color on each light and leaving them as-is throughout the night.
For simple setups, basic LED wash lights work perfectly. You select your color on each fixture, position them around the room, and plug them into a standard wall outlet.
If you want more control, choose LED wash lights that come with a wireless remote or can receive signals from a Universal DMX controller.
Most LED wash lights run using a standard power cord, but higher-end models offer built-in batteries. These battery-powered lights are ideal when you need clean setups without visible cables.
Determining how many up lights, you need depends on room size, event style, and lighting goals.
Renting is usually more cost-effective if you need
the lights for only one or two nights.
Buying is a better option if you need the lights
frequently or want long-term ownership.
For more info on up lighting give Joey a call, he’s a pro!