*NEW DATE*
Our monthly 'Tech Talks' series continues in 2024! Join your lighting industry peers for this informative and bite-sized look at a new lighting topic. Have an idea for a future topic? Email iesrmsdenver@gmail.com. This is a virtual event only. You will receive the meeting link once you register.
Topic
Illumination Awards: Tips and Tricks from a Judge
Illumination Awards season is upon us! The IES Illumination Awards (IA) program recognizes individuals for professionalism, ingenuity and originality in lighting design based on the individual merit of each entry. Submissions for the 51st Annual Illumination Awards will be open beginning January 4th, 2024! Join us for a short presentation as our Illumination Awards Chair shares valuable insight into creating a winning entry. Gain tips for selecting the right category, crafting an optimal narrative, and capturing stunning photography. We'll also delve into the judges' criteria, submission process, necessary rules, and the actual scoresheets used for evaluation. Don't miss this opportunity to help answer any IA questions you might have!
Please note that this is a Virtual Event Only. Register below!
Speaker
Brooks Powers
Brooks Powers is an active member of the IES and is currently the Illumination Award Chair for the Dallas Section board. He has held the IA chair since 2020 reviewing projects for the IES and organizing the judging for his local section. He has worked professionally in lighting for over 20 years and now focuses on lighting controls. He has consulted lighting for commercial, theatrical, and residential venues and has guest lectured about lighting design and the technical aspects of theatre at multiple universities. Brooks is currently a Controls Project Manager for The Lighting Agency in Denver.
