Are You Attending the IALD 2017 in Denver, CO?

August 3, 2017

If you have not yet made plans to attend the IALD 2017 you may want to look to clear your schedule. The International Association of Lighting Designers has announced the keynote speakers for its 17^th annual IALD Enlighten Americas conference this 12-14 October in Denver, Colorado USA.

Cinematographer Roberto Schaefer, ASC/AIC will open the day on Friday, 13 October with a keynote address about his experiences working in film and video, exploring the connection between light and film.

At the close of sessions on Saturday, 14 October, attendees will be treated to a talk from Rafael Lozano-Hemmer,an electronic artist who develops interactive installations at the intersection of architecture and performance art. He creates platforms for public participation by subverting technologies such as robotics and computerized surveillance.

Learn more about IALD Enlighten Americas at www.iald.org/enlighten , and act now to register before fees go up on 11 September.

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