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 Video Trends in Events

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Planning a wedding, a big anniversary, or a corporate event soon? We know just how much work goes into pulling together all the details of such a big event – and we also know how important it is for you that guests feel absolutely amazing during the celebration.

Videos can add a lot to your event, but keep in mind that it is very important to incorporate them the right way. What are some of the latest trends to inspire you when planning the videos for your wedding or corporate event? We have gathered them right below – so read on and find out more.

  • Video mapping. By far one of the biggest trends of the last couple of years, video mapping has made it huge in pretty much every type of event out there. From an “underground” trend to an idea used in large concerts all over the world, video mapping has grown to be very, very popular. The reason it’s so widespread? Well, it is magical: just imagine projecting your love story on your wedding dress as you move along the steps of your First Dance and you will understand why video mapping is so highly acclaimed!
  • Replacing the PowerPoint presentation. Slideshows are almost obsolete these days – so if you want to share some old pictures or important information, it is better to create a video out of this, instead of the old-school PowerPoint presentation. Yes, it might take more effort (financially and otherwise) – but it will be more than worth it!
  • Creating an experience. Videos these days are not even by far just about the video itself. They are part of an experience. The dimmed colored lights or fairy lights, the music playing on the background at the right sound volume, the quality of the video itself – everything matters. Provide your guests with more than just a film – provide them with a memory, with a feeling, with truly sensitive entertainment!
  • Live feeds. Share your first dance live on Facebook, in the highest quality! Share that amazing speaker with your business platform! Share the entire event with someone who couldn’t make it there! The options are literally limitless. With Internet at your fingertips, you can actually move across borders and spaces to send across your message. Isn’t technology downright amazing?

Of course, you don’t have to adopt all of these video trends in event planning – but you can definitely “steal” these ideas and make them more personal, adjust them to your particular event and its main purpose. Have fun while doing this – it will definitely transpire in the final product!

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How to Choose the Right AV Company

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Regardless of the type of event you are planning – be it a very large one or a smaller one, a birthday party, an anniversary, a corporate event or a glorious wedding – we are more than certain you want this great day to be perfect from all points of view.

Of course, picking the right AV company to work with for the event is highly important – and for a number of reasons. The sound of the music will be better, the playlist will be better, people will be able to actually listen to the speeches, and, overall, the entire vibe of the event will be a lot better.

How do you choose the right Audio Video company, though? We have some tips for you – so read on and find out more.

  • First of all, make sure they provide all services you need. It is highly recommended that you settle for a company that can cover as many of your needs as possible. Not only will it be easier for them to collaborate with each other, as colleagues, but it will also make things a lot easier for you, as you won’t have to run around and find too many vendors, for each of your specific needs.
  • Furthermore, you should also make sure they suit your style. For instance, if you are planning a rustic-chic wedding, you want to be certain this company can provide you with the type of sound system suitable for a rustic venue, as well as with the type of lighting that suits this wedding theme.
  • You need someone reliable. Ask them how long they have been in the business, what they can do in case something happens and they cannot come to the wedding, and, of course, what their previous clients think about them.
  • Last, but not least, you want to make sure they are actually specialists, especially when it comes to the technicalities. You don’t want your sound system to crack in the middle of your father’s speech, and you most definitely don’t want your fairy lights to turn into intermittent fireflies (or worse, go out completely). You NEED actual specialists to set the entire AV system up!

Be patient and do your research – we are more than certain you will be able to find someone who is actually worthy of your big event so that both you and your guests are 100% satisfied with the light, sound, and overall atmosphere!

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Grey, Peach, and Chandeliers – Featured on Wedding Chicks

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We are thrilled to share this beautiful wedding that was featured on Wedding Chicks. Pacific Event Services was brought in to light up this wedding with chandeliers and decorative lighting to enhance the beauty of the soft blush and grey details. Keep reading to see more of the lighting details from this feature.

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Add a Unique Touch with Monogrammed Lighting

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Monogrammed Lighting

Monogrammed lighting is a fantastic way to ensure that your theme or logo represents you- for social events, your company – for corporate.

Your lighting plays a huge role at your event – so you will want to ensure that this lighting represents you- for social events, your company – for corporate,  and the overall style of your event. A fantastic way to do this is to utilize monograms or logos. What is there to know about monogrammed lighting? Here are some essentials to keep in mind – read on and learn about the different styles of monograms.

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Lighting Installations ICE at Santa Monica

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Skate Under the Lights at ICE

Lighting installations send winter magic in Los Angeles with holiday lighting by Pacific Event Services

Happy New Year! With the holidays over most of the lighting installations by Pacific Event Services are packed up and stored away. But for those of us who are still clinging to those last bits of winter magic here in Los Angeles, skate over and see the lights at ICE at Santa Monica. We loved creating this winter wonderland atmosphere with combinations of string lights, washed lighting and more.

Take a look below to see more photos and head on over soon because this winter wonderland melts on January 16th!

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Holiday Lighting with Loyola Marymount University – “For the Holidays”

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Loyola Marymount Tree Lighting Ceremony

Holiday lighting sets the tone for excitement! Pacific Event Lighting is excited brings us back to a simpler time with LMU, where traditions and family take priority over the hustle and bustle of daily life. We were honored to be a part of LMU’s annual tree lighting tradition this year as the students celebrated the holidays together.

With the backdrop of LMU’s Sacred Heart Chapel we created this holiday space complete with snowflake gobos, festive palm trees and the iconic Christmas Tree in the center. See a few of our favorite photos below.

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Santa Monica Tree Lighting Ceremony

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3rd Street Tree Lighting Ceremony

Happy Holidays! This time is usually the busiest for Pacific Event Services as we get to be a part of lighting all the joyful celebrations of the holidays. One such celebration is the Santa Monica Tree Lighting Ceremony. This celebration is an annual event that takes place on the first of December.  Believers of all ages follow along as Santa is escorted by mounted horse patrol from the Santa Monica Police Department, cirque-style acrobats, trumpeters and holiday carolers.

Take a look below to see some of our favorite photos from the night:

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Risks of Holiday Lighting | Safety Tips

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Holiday Lighting Safety Tips

The holidays are here! It is officially the day after Thanksgiving, in some circles this means it’s time to break out the the holiday decor and light up homes and neighborhoods with string lights. Every year there are tragic injuries from lighting and decor mishaps. In previous years there has been significant warnings and coverage from outlets like NBC & Huffington Post The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has even issued Press Releases on the dangers of improper lighting.

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Event Lighting 101 – The Cost of Lighting?

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The Cost of Lighting

Events are a logistical maze of delicate details and carefully watched budgets with the professionals working to navigate through to create a once in a lifetime experience for the clients and guests. For those who are new to the event industry – Event lighting and the costs related to it are deemed unnecessary and are disregarded to create extra space in their budget. We are here to break down the cost explain why lighting is the best-known secret to transforming an event into an experience.

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Opulent Wedding Featured on Strictly Weddings

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Opulent Pacific Event Lighting Wedding Featured on Strictly Weddings

We are excited to share Angela & Davids wedding that was featured on Strictly Weddings. With opulent white and green details we loved lighting up the night.  Read a short excerpt from the feature below:

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