Downlighting.
Downlighting is often used to create several lighting
effects. By mounting the fixtures low on the trees, a
"pathlighting" or "spreadlighting" effect
will be achieved illuminating walkways or paths. Mounting
fixtures higher in the trees pointing downward can provide
general lighting for safety and security. |
Uplighting.
Uplighting is the most commonly used
technique to illuminate trees, wall, statues, sculpture, and
other objects. Light fixtures are ground-mounted or
recessed into the ground and directed upwards, away from the
viewer to prevent glare, about 1/2 the distance from the trunk
to the edge of the canopy or "drip line". |
Cross Lighting.
Cross lighting is the technique used
for lighting trees, bushes, and other objects from two or more
sides. The cross beams of light often reveal the three
dimensional form of the object. Using two or more lighting
fixtures generally allows more creativity and draws attention to
the lighted object. |
Shadow Lighting.
Shadow lighting is a
unique technique in that the fixture is placed in front of the
object casting a shadow or pattern on the wall, gate, or area
behind it. This application is most effective when there
is a large, open area behind the object. As the light
comes closer to the object, the greater the throw of the shadow
pattern. |
Moonlighting.
Moonlighting is a very
effective and attractive effect which is achieved by positioning
the lighting fixtures high above the ground to simulate
moonbeams filtering through the branches. |
Spotlighting.
Special objects and architectural
elments should be accented with fixtures that have good
sheilding. Mounting overhead on eaves or patio structures
minimizes glare. |
Wall Lighting
Wall lighting or
"grazing" accentuates textured areas with highlights
and shadows. Position the light source close to the wall,
allowing the light to skim across the surface. |
Sign Lighting
Sign Lighting uses
accent lights to provide illumination to signs and for other
identifcation purposes. |
Flood
Flood lighting uses a
broad beam of light to generally illuminate large areas, rather
than a specific highlighting technique. Position the lamps
high to avoid glare. |
Back Lighting
Backlighting is used
to dramatize an unusually shaped object by creating a silhoutte
of the object. The light source is placed behind the object and
aimed at a vertical surface further behind the object. |
Security
Illuminate dark areas
all around your home or office, especially at windows and doors
to discourage prowlers. |
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