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discovered more than 150 years ago
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Here are some behind-the-scenes snippets of the Michael Jackson Billboard Awards production as performed by Pulse Evolution.
The Estate worked with Pulse Evolution, Creative Director Jamie King and choreographers Rich & Tone Talauega to create the illusion the world witnessed on May 18, 2014 at the Billboard Music Awards
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How the creative pipeline was determined by the production company used for this performance.
Credit: Martin E. Klimek , USA TODAY - Pulse Executive Chairman John Textor, left, and CEO Frank Patterson discuss the creation of the Michael Jackson illusion at the Pulse studio in San Rafael, Calif., on May 21, 2014.
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michael jackson 2014 billboards holographic effect
Audiences were blown away at the spectacle that played out at the 2014 Billboard Award show in Las Vegas. The effect that has been around for more than 150 years still amazes audiences everywhere. How was it done? The above video's by Pulse demonstrate how. The effect utilized a foil polymer, high intensity light projectors, accent lighting, sound and some CGI. Making all of that come together for a live show added some drama and nail biting to be sure, but the end, it is a pepper's ghost illusion. The likeness of Michael was shot on a stage, then the face was digitally modified to match Michael as closely as possible. The extra lighting effects for the dancers flanking Michael to the left and right were all part of the ancillary lighting effects that made the projection pop.
Your show can be just as amazing.
Your show can be just as amazing.
holographic projection comes of age
Improvements to Pepper's Ghost arrangements have been on the minds of developers for a very long time. For many years engineers have made enhancements to both glass and polymers to produce a more solid projection. This can be achieved with higher intensity light engines, or through a process of multi-layering. Our Crystal Ghost Foils are the brightest multi layer polymers available.
Experience rich, vivid images so real, your audience won't know what is real, and what is being projected. Arena3D only sells open architecture materials that are unrestricted by complex licensing models.
Experience rich, vivid images so real, your audience won't know what is real, and what is being projected. Arena3D only sells open architecture materials that are unrestricted by complex licensing models.
unmatched optics
This effect is just another chapter in the Pepper’s Ghost tale which started in the 1800’s with John Derek & John Pepper. Back then large panes of glass were used to reflect the light from an object onto a stage, but glass was very delicate and dangerous to work with. Additionally, this silica based material produced ghostly artifacts, hence the name.
All these problems have been solved in our time. If he were here today, he would no doubt be amazed at how little the basic fundamentals of the illusion have changed. Of course, we use polymers that were unknown to him as well as ultra high light engines to maximize the effect. This, combined with digital animation, make for a show that has no equal.
Crystal Ghost Foils deliver stunning video effect imagery of such clarity and high resolution, your audience will have a hard time telling what is real and what is an optical illusion.
Typical setups includes a truss, projector or other light engine, drapes, a video player and lighting for effect. The architecture has endless uses and can be adapted to function in nearly every environment.
All these problems have been solved in our time. If he were here today, he would no doubt be amazed at how little the basic fundamentals of the illusion have changed. Of course, we use polymers that were unknown to him as well as ultra high light engines to maximize the effect. This, combined with digital animation, make for a show that has no equal.
Crystal Ghost Foils deliver stunning video effect imagery of such clarity and high resolution, your audience will have a hard time telling what is real and what is an optical illusion.
Typical setups includes a truss, projector or other light engine, drapes, a video player and lighting for effect. The architecture has endless uses and can be adapted to function in nearly every environment.
use production methods you are FAMILIAR with
integration
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A3Dii can integrate with the AV company of your choice, and since we use common components, the setup is quite streamlined. Arena3D only sells open architecture materials that are unrestricted by complex licensing models, meaning, you can use it whenever, or wherever you wish. These Crystal Ghost Foils are package priced for your budget. Once you have purchased it, you own it.
Theaters, large corporations, and trade show companies etc., will typically buy only the elements they need as they likely have access to trussing, projection, lighting, and sound already. We do sell our holographic effect foils and approved tension systems for integrators who know how to set the effect up. This method maximizes control for you as well as profit potential, as you set pricing with your clients. Although A3Dii enjoys the work we do and the rewards, we also like to see adventuresome integrators and even companies blaze their own path. Of course we are always here to help you every step of the way. |
3d holographic effects development
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Arena3D is a privately owned business based in New Orleans Louisiana with a production facility near Baton Rouge. We are also very close to Celtic Studios where studio production work can be done, if necessary. Since 2007 our successful drive to level the playing field for Pepper's Ghost innovators and artists worldwide has resulted in considerable growth for us. Our team of developers, and installation personnel are committed to making your project one for the record books.
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