Directors Quote by Jules Fisher
“Lighting is not about function. It's much more about the mood and the emotion that the playwright and the director are trying to create. Our job is to support their poetic direction.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Lighting Design Insights, 2015
Lighting should serve artistic expression, shaping mood and emotion rather than merely illuminating.
In simple terms: Lighting shapes feeling, not just visibility.
Prioritize atmosphere over brightness.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- theatre productions
- film sets
- concert stages
- exhibition spaces
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does lighting influence audience perception?
- When should function outweigh mood?
May conflict with practical safety or visibility requirements.