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Welcome to one of the greatest hobbies in the whole world! This page is dedicated to you, the newcomer to this hobby so that you can fully understand what the animated lighting hobby is all about and what your role in it will be if you decide to join in. There's also a helpful section in our forum called [http://diychristmas.org/vb1/forumdisplay.php?5-How-Do-I-Get-Started '''Getting Started'''] where you'll find more detailed information -- highly recommended reading! | Welcome to one of the greatest hobbies in the whole world! This page is dedicated to you, the newcomer to this hobby so that you can fully understand what the animated lighting hobby is all about and what your role in it will be if you decide to join in. There's also a helpful section in our forum called [http://diychristmas.org/vb1/forumdisplay.php?5-How-Do-I-Get-Started '''Getting Started'''] where you'll find more detailed information -- highly recommended reading! | ||
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:*:'''[[How Computer Controlled Animated Lighting Works]]''' - Start here. Get a basic understanding. | :*:'''[[How Computer Controlled Animated Lighting Works]]''' - Start here. Get a basic understanding. | ||
Revision as of 15:51, 10 July 2015
Welcome to one of the greatest hobbies in the whole world! This page is dedicated to you, the newcomer to this hobby so that you can fully understand what the animated lighting hobby is all about and what your role in it will be if you decide to join in. There's also a helpful section in our forum called Getting Started where you'll find more detailed information -- highly recommended reading!
General Information for EVERY Beginner
- How Computer Controlled Animated Lighting Works - Start here. Get a basic understanding.
- Skills you will need - Please, please, please read this.
- Tools you will need - Common tools you'll need... and some exotic ones...
- Supplies you will use/need - Build your shopping list here...
- Immutable Issues: Money and Time - Don't ignore this. This can make or break your show.
More Specific Beginner Information
- Pixels a beginners guide - A quick intro into pixels