Shining Bright: Lighting Options to Amplify Your Holiday Party Charm A holiday party is about more than presents and holiday cuisine; it’s about creating a warm and festive atmosphere that can transform an ordinary gathering into a memorable event. One key element that can significantly elevate your festive gathering is the use of lighting. The […]
Everything You Need to Know About Gobos When creating an enchanting ambiance at weddings and events, lighting plays a crucial role. One versatile lighting tool that can add a touch of elegance and personalization is the gobo. Gobos, short for “go between optics,” are customizable stencils placed in front of a light source to project […]
What You Need to Know About Spotlights What Is a Spot Light? A spotlight is typically a lamp projecting a narrow, intense beam of light directly onto a place or person, especially a performer on stage. In the event industry, we like to be a little more specific with using the word “spotlight.” We like […]
Lighting Our Way to 2023 What Are String Lights? When you think of them, we will likely ask you to describe your vision and what kind of string lights you’ll want. There are many ways to describe string lights. Inspiration pictures are key to ensuring we’re on the same page when doing your wedding lighting. […]
If you’re beginning to plan your big day, you and your fiancé are likely learning that it takes more to plan a wedding than just choosing the right dress, rings, and cake. The small details make your day perfect, and one of the most overshadowed details is the uplighting at your wedding venue. With so […]
For obvious reasons, your wedding day is one of the most significant days of your life. That’s one of the reasons people put so much effort into every little detail, from the invitation design and the flower arrangements to the cake, the music and the vows. One important consideration too often left behind is your […]
When setting the scene for a memorable event, lighting makes more of a difference than you might think. From drawing the eye to a focal point (the wedding cake, the first dance, a speaker at a podium) to creating a sense of warmth and coziness, good lighting is essential. Luckily, we’re on hand for Austin […]
Once in a while, we partner up with creative collaborators around town to produce a styled shoot. These occasions give local event professionals the chance to show what we can do, providing inspiration to our customers for future gatherings. We love working with our fellow Austin-based businesses to produce beautiful weddings, showers, anniversary parties, bar/bat […]
Altared Weddings & Events Team It’s our honor and pleasure to provide event music, lighting and more to our clients around central Texas, so when we were asked to participate alongside fellow event professionals at a recent luncheon celebrating our industry at Brazos Hall in downtown Austin, we were there with bells on. The Altared […]
When planning your dream wedding, every detail matters, including the lighting. At 800 Congress in downtown Austin, we effortlessly illuminated a recent wedding, creating a warm, golden ambiance that perfectly complemented the couple’s metallic reception theme. Our lighting left a lasting impression on the beautiful bride, who raved about its beauty and functionality. With no […]