K–6Creative Studio
Lighting Design
Light the stage
RayaBefore you start
- Age band
- K–6
- Time
- 30–60 minutes
- Quest type
- Hanging Out
- Guardian
- Quincy · Beaver
- Materials needed
- LED Par Can Stage Lights (2-pack)
- DMX Controller
- Color and Light by James Gurney
Why this skill rocks
You learn how to use lights to create awesome moods and make things look super cool on a stage or for a party. You get to be a light magician!
2034Where this could take you
When the Olympics hit SLC in 2034, you could be the lighting genius making the opening ceremonies sparkle, creating dazzling light shows for the medal presentations, or illuminating the ski slopes at night.
What You'll Need
Optional materials for this quest.
LED Par Can Stage Lights (2-pack)
RequiredA pair of DMX-controllable LED par cans lets you experiment with real lighting at home — try different angles, colors, and intensities to understand how stage light actually behaves in space.
DMX Controller
RequiredA basic 192-channel DMX controller lets you program real lighting cues and scenes, giving you hands-on experience with the same control workflow used in professional theatres and concert venues.
Color and Light by James Gurney
This book is one of the best references for understanding how light actually behaves — color temperature, shadow, bounce, and natural light all explained clearly with illustrations. Valuable for any visual discipline.