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W elcome to Leading Lights, a special supplement from Definition exploring the latest innovations, techniques and talents shaping the future of film and television lighting. First up, we’re delighted to introduce the inaugural Definition Lighting Excellence Awards, a celebration of technical brilliance and individual creativity. From the reader-voted Star Gaffer award to industry-leading breakthroughs in panel lights, weatherproof fixtures and colour technology, these accolades honour best- in-class products and services, as well as the visionaries driving the lighting industry ever forward. Elsewhere, gaffer Christos Georgas reflects on his career, breaking down standout scenes from Peaky Blinders and Electric Dreams , plus we examine innovations like IBL – proof that new tech isn’t all about flashy tools, but ushering in fresh perspectives on the craft of cinematography itself. Adrian Pennington explores the difficulties faced when lighting day for night, balancing ambition with cost and logistics, while Phil Rhodes assesses the pursuit of colour-perfect, user-friendly lighting – could 2025 be the year it all comes together? Also inside the issue, Aputure’s Tim Kang and ARRI’s Dr Raphael Kiesel share their insights on the sector’s biggest innovations and challenges. Enjoy! THE CHARGE OF THE LIGHT BRIGADE
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04 AWARDS Which companies came out on top in our all-new awards? Dive in to find out! 12 IN CONVERSATION ARRI and Aputure experts discuss burgeoning innovations and solving common pain points
18 DREAMING IN COLOUR Renowned gaffer Christos Georgas zooms in on his lighting approach to some key scenes 20 PAINTING WITH LIGHT Adrian Pennington explores how image- based lighting is rewriting the rulebook 22 DAY FOR NIGHT We explore how to light nighttime scenes effectively in the fullness of day 28 BRIGHT IDEAS Are we closer to achieving colour accuracy than ever before? Phil Rhodes investigates
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ON THE COVER Image courtesy of Aputure
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