Field experience, technical tips and best practices in video projection and mapping
Museum and cultural venue specifics, system sizing, daily operations and 5-year TCO. Lessons learned from Culturespaces and the Museum of Art & Light.
Rain, humidity, wind, ambient light: outdoor mapping constraints and solutions for every situation. Field checklist included.
Lamp vs laser, preventive maintenance plan, replacement costs and 5-year TCO. Everything you need to anticipate expenses and extend your projectors' lifespan.
How much does a facade projection cost? Budget benchmarks from 5 m to 50 m+ wide, cost breakdown and outdoor-specific considerations.
How much does video mapping cost? Detailed rate cards by project size, 5 cost categories, 5-year TCO and 7 tips to optimize your budget.
One-time event or long-term installation? Budget, logistics, ROI, maintenance: a detailed comparison to choose the right mapping format for your project.
How many projectors to cover your surface? What total resolution? How to handle overlaps? The calculator does the work and generates your calibration test patterns.
What image size for your projector? Which lens to choose? How many lumens do you need? The projection calculator answers these questions in seconds.
Photo survey or 3D scan? Low poly model or flat projection? The methodology you choose determines the project quality and the studios' workflow. Here's how to decide.
Domes, flat walls, curved screens... 2D autocalibration saves valuable time. But it doesn't work everywhere. Here's when to use it.
Overlap zone, blend curve, black level: the key parameters for invisible blending between projectors in multi-projection setups.
How to calculate projected pixel size and its impact on your mapping quality. Formulas, worked examples and common mistakes to avoid.
