Bizywk Posted July 8, 2013 Share Posted July 8, 2013 We're making lightning this Halloween using a combination of strobe lights and halogen lighting. Last year, I was reading somewhere that someone was able to make the lighting hue more realistic by going to a stage show supplier and getting a blue filter that could handle the heat from the lights. I called my local theater supply store. They have plenty of filters, but had no idea on which one I should use, and of course, neither did I. They have a huge selection, and I cant afford to just keep guessing. Does anyone have a recommendation on which filter I should get? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Benedict Posted July 8, 2013 Share Posted July 8, 2013 Try a Rosco 57 or 355. Gives a slightly purple/bluish color. They're about $8 for a big sheet.While you're there, ask for a swatch book loaded with samples; they're usually free. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiplorenzo Posted July 8, 2013 Share Posted July 8, 2013 Any of the Roscoe Gels (that is what they are called) will color the light and be able to handle the intense Heat. I have 36 Stage lights in the basement (brought the wattage down to 250 ea)Pic Enc https://picasaweb.google.com/kiplorenzo/TeaserSRanch#5488070897371804066 The fun part is you get to pick the colors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bizywk Posted July 9, 2013 Author Share Posted July 9, 2013 Thanks guys! I appreciate the help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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