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  1. 11-09-2009, 16:54 #1
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    I just want to introduce my self, Im New to the forum been lurking reading and learning etc.. for a while. I am a Lighting Professional working for one of the Largest production lighting companies in the world (last 10 years). I am now looking to get a bit more into lasers to add a different dimension and effects to my shows. Currently am researching and learning the Different options before i purchase a system. I have had smaller ion systems in the past for fun and games, Lasers always held my fascination and now i decided to take the plunge. As for my background for the last 10 years ive been designing and touring system tech for a long list of clients from alice cooper, jack johnson, ben harper , Berry manilow, The moody Blues , Garth brooks , Martina McBride , and Many Large Special events and Corporate / TV Events to name a few. Not Bragging showing off or anything like that just wanted to show i am a professional who understands production the dangers of such equipment and that its not a game but it is a lot of fun! From all the threads i have read i Decided to get in contact wit CT lasers and ill be working with him to get a system in the very near future as for right now im on tour and i have my plate full at the moment. thank you everyone on the bord for your insight information and knowledge i find what ive read very informative. I just wanted to take a moment and say hello to everyone.
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    Hi shawn

    welcome to PL

    Glad you found the information here helpfull

    sounds like you also have a wealth of knowledge to share with us as well

    i look forward to your posts and the "birth" of your new laser

    all the best ... Karl
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    Uh..sounds like you might have some nice connections
    Well, spread the laser light as far as you can so people can see and want more!
    WELCOME
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    You worked with the Moody Blues? Any chance you had anything to do with the War Of The Worlds tour last summer? Saw the show in the Heineken Hall in July and it was amazing... too bad there weren't any lasers in there for the Heat Rays!

    At least I got my share of lasers in April with the Jarre World Arena Tour. First time I ever saw a bunch of laser heads being used as main stage lighting...
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    Quote Originally Posted by Shawnb View Post
    I just want to introduce my self, Im New to the forum been lurking reading and learning etc.. for a while. I am a Lighting Professional working for one of the Largest production lighting companies in the world (last 10 years). I am now looking to get a bit more into lasers to add a different dimension and effects to my shows. Currently am researching and learning the Different options before i purchase a system. I have had smaller ion systems in the past for fun and games, Lasers always held my fascination and now i decided to take the plunge. As for my background for the last 10 years ive been designing and touring system tech for a long list of clients from alice cooper, jack johnson, ben harper , Berry manilow, The moody Blues , Garth brooks , Martina McBride , and Many Large Special events and Corporate / TV Events to name a few. Not Bragging showing off or anything like that just wanted to show i am a professional who understands production the dangers of such equipment and that its not a game but it is a lot of fun! From all the threads i have read i Decided to get in contact wit CT lasers and ill be working with him to get a system in the very near future as for right now im on tour and i have my plate full at the moment. thank you everyone on the bord for your insight information and knowledge i find what ive read very informative. I just wanted to take a moment and say hello to everyone.
    Welcome, Marc of connecticut lasers is a great guy he will bend over backwards to help you out. Don't downplay our ion lasers we love them here on photonlexicon!

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    Yes i tour with the Moody blues however i did not have naything to do with the "War of the Worlds" tour. Currently i am on tour with Widespread panic. Ill be back with the Moody Blues in March. (at least thats the current plan) Thaky yo for the Welcome and thank you for the welth of information you guys provide. I Live in the Knoxville Tn area is there any groups in that area? I still have Much Much to learn Lasers are a bit off the Norm for My norm productions , however i have LOTS of ideas in using them in some of my shows.
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    Hello,

    I am envious of your past touring gigs...


    Ask alot of questions.. No question is to simple.

    I have learned alot since I joined.

    Again Welcome!
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    So, you're out of knoxville Too, eh? Nice. I'll be swinging back through there when I'm not on tour either. (I'm in audio though, out with Fidder on the roof at the moment).

    Are you in the I.A? How do you like working for bandit?
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    no nt in the I.A. and Bandit is an increadable company to work for.
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    Awesome. Well, welcome, and I hope you have a good time around here. Randy (Stuka) is in Knoxville, so hopefully you two can get in touch.

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