14.Projection Surfaces

DOI: 10.4324/9780367824112-18

While the projection surface may not be the flashiest element of the projection design, it is one of the aspects of the design that can have the greatest impact on audience perception. Whether projecting onto a screen, through a translucent material, or onto scenery or even the physical architecture of the performance space, each projection surface has unique properties that the designer must consider. The following chapter discusses some of the varieties of projection surfaces, their properties, and aspects to keep in mind when working with them.

14.1 Projection Screens

One of the most common projection surfaces is the projection screen, a specialty fabric or plastic material designed to ...

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