05/15/2026
Lighting can make or break a performance photo.
A quick reminder to those designing lighting for school performances, concerts, and stage productions: heavy red, blue, and purple lighting may seem dramatic in person, but it often creates major challenges for photography and video. These colors can wash out skin tones, remove detail, and make it difficult to capture clear, natural-looking images of performers.
Photographers work hard to preserve these moments for students, families, and schools. Balanced lighting not only improves photos it also helps the audience better see expressions, costumes, and performances live.
A little consideration in lighting design goes a long way toward creating memories that truly reflect the hard work happening on stage.
