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  • Still life painting with light
    August 2, 2023

    Museum Quality Glass: What It Is and Will It Help Light Glare

    “Museum quality” glass, also known as anti-glare or non-reflective glass, is designed to reduce the glare caused by ambient light. While “museum quality glass” is sold under many different names and manufactured by several different companies, the following discussion may...

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  • Inverse Square Law and How It Relates to Your Artwork
    April 14, 2023

    Inverse Square Law and How It Relates to Your Artwork

    Lighting is a key element in showcasing or experiencing your art collection; It can significantly enhance the visual appeal of your space by highlighting the finer details of your artwork that may otherwise go unnoticed. However, proper picture lighting can...

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  • How to Measure for a Picture Light
    February 14, 2023

    How to Measure for a Picture Light

    Decisions about picture lighting can include the style, finish, and whether to use a plug-in or wireless system. Aside from these, the size of the light will also be an important consideration. See below to learn more about how we recommend measuring for a picture light.

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  • What Finish Should I Select for My Fixture?
    October 30, 2022

    What Finish Should I Select for My Fixture?

    Choosing the correct art lighting is about more than the importance of selecting a picture light or whether to use LEDs. A key decision involves what finish to select for your fixture. The impact made and satisfaction derived from gazing...

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  • Front hallway with a grand staircase.
    June 9, 2022

    What is CRI and Why Does It Matter?

    In essence, the Color Rendering Index, or CRI, is an objective analysis of an artificial light source’s ability to accurately reproduce a full spectrum of colors relative to how they appear under a natural light source (most commonly, sunlight often referred to as “natural daylight”)*.

    It might be helpful to begin with a brief review on how color works . . .

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  • Why LEDs are the Preferred Choice for Presenting Artwork
    June 9, 2022

    Why LEDs are the Preferred Choice for Presenting Artwork

    After you’ve made an investment in a piece of artwork (painting, picture, tapestry, etc.) you’ll want to ensure it’s properly displayed.  It’s not uncommon for us to receive calls from customers disappointed with the presentation of the artwork in their home relative to what they had experienced in the gallery.  The difference is all in the lighting and LEDs are the perfect companion to this presentation.
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