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A puture has acquired Prolycht, expanding its portfolio to transform lighting technology for film and TV. Prolycht will become a key player in the Aputure family, combining its colour science and software algorithms with Aputure’s LED lighting. Aputure’s product offerings include studio lights, mini LEDs, modifiers and more. Prolycht on the other hand, is known for its Orion 675 FS and Orion 300 FS – full-spectrum spotlights with six-channel RGBACL LEDs. Prolycht’s Hyperlight colour engine ensures accurate skin tone reproduction at any colour temperature. APUTURE FAMILY EXPANDS
SMPTE 2023 Media Technology Summit
Taking place 16-19 October in Hollywood, this event brings together key players to learn, discover new technologies and connect with peers. Offerings include a keynote from Digital Domain’s Hanno Basse on generative AI and machine learning for the creation of digital humans and other VFX assets. Trieste Science+Fiction Festival Running 27 October to 3 November, this event celebrates its 23rd birthday this year, offering sci-fi fans a chance to immerse themselves in a world of fantasy fun. London Film Festival LFF begins on 4 October, with Emerald Fennell’s Saltburn kicking things off. The festival will also see the directorial returns of Richard Linklater, David Fincher, Martin Scorcese, Hayao Miyazaki, Sofia Coppola and Bradley Cooper, among many others. Banff Mountain Film Festival Running 28 October to 5 November, this esteemed event serves up stories of adventure and exploration from around the world. Expect screenings, talks, exhibitions and a festival marketplace. EnergaCAMERIMAGE From 11-18 November in Toruń, Poland, EnergaCAMERIMAGE is one of the world’s premier celebrations of cinematography and its creators. Awarding films for their visual, aesthetic and technical values, the event is a forum for the presentation and development of filmmaking.
“We’re thrilled to welcome the Prolycht team,” says Ian Xie (pictured), Aputure’s founder and CEO. “This union will enhance our competitive edge, particularly in the realms of colour science and with engineering breakthrough technology.” Prolycht customers will continue to enjoy specialised customer service, including warranty and repair support, through familiar Prolycht channels.
ARRI OPENS STUDIO NEW YORK B ased in New York City, ARRI’s latest studio provides a multi-purpose production facility to creatives in advertising, fashion, music, education and more. The studio houses ARRI Rental’s entire collection of professional camera and lighting equipment, as well as offering on-site support from its experienced staff. ARRI Studio New York is a top spot for corporate videos, interviews, music videos and more. Its curved LED wall includes image-based lighting design, bringing virtual production to visitors, ultimately lowering costs and reducing carbon footprint.
Customers can book the studio online at arri.com/arri-studio-new-york
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