Pay particular attention to the background lighting. The common thread between all photographs is the use of a rear illuminated, translucent projection cyclorama. The photographs of Treasure Island are used simply as an example to show the different looks possible. We will examine each of these scenes in greater detail.
Light diffuses through it like dyes through water.
Lighting fixtures can be placed closer and directly behind the procyc, which makes an immense difference in the remarkable variety of SKYdrops or backgrounds you can achieve. Using standard theatre lighting equipment, nothing exotic or special, let me suggest a method for lighting a projection cyc. The secret is to learn how different light sources diffuse and pass through a translucent medium and, of course, learning how to set cues that control the light illuminating the cyclorama. The process or method of lighting the scenes above is similar to the way a water color artist approaches his painting. If you are unfamiliar with these lighting instruments or want to refresh your memory, click here.