SGM NEWS No. 6 2014
for the project, providing countless colour options and interchangeable lenses for added flexibility.
High demand for SGM fixtures The SGM fixtures are a recent addition to White Light’s hire stock and are already in high demand for concert touring, live events and installation clients. Stated White Light Hire Director Dave Isherwood, “We’ve had designers looking for punchy, compact LED wash units for a while, both for use indoors and outdoors, and the feature set on the P-5, including compatibility with Wireless Solution’s wireless DMX, fits perfectly into our existing inventory. They were a logical choice for this project at Kew Gardens.” Culture Creative Director Zoë Bottrell describes the unique nature of the Kew Illuminated Trail: “This project has been the longest and most challenging trail we have undertaken in terms of length of trail, complexity of infrastructure and length of run, with 27 shows.
says, “It was a lot of fun. We love working on Culture Creative projects, especially where we can do something that has never been done before – like the Kew Gardens Trail.” He continued, “Two of the biggest challenges were the large amount of equipment across an expansive space and the outdoor conditions. We were able to overcome these by carefully planning logistics and providing flexible support for Phil [Supple] and his team. The end result was fantastic and we are proud to have been a part of it!”
“Working with White Light and the team is always a pleasure and they are an integral part of the success of how our site specific work can be delivered. We have always had exceptional service and 2013 was no different — from warehouse prep to site services everyone has been great.” As for tackling the project’s inherent challenges, Dave Isherwood
The Palm House at Kew Gardens. Photos: RGB Kew
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