One of the most unique light paintings I’ve seen, this image has a fluidity that causes the brain to confuse light for matter. It is neato. What makes it neato? Well, I think it’s mostly neato because the way the lines are painted makes the light seem like it has taken form and is alive.

3. Sphere of the Open Water

I do not understand how some light painters are able to create such perfect perforated light beams. But I like it. Light painting is able to create such perplexing images. How is one to feel about the image of a lonely self-circling disc of multi colored light? It’s a little sad. But also a lot of fun. That’s weird. And maybe that’s the particular weirdness of light paintings.

5. Or, Then Again, Maybe This Is the Particular Weirdness of Light Paintings

At least, that’s what my two-year-old would call this photo. What a great idea to take a long exposure of a car and to keep it underexposed, knowing that the brightness of the light “paintbrush” would balance out the composition. I chose this example because it emblematizes the way light painting adds imagination to reality.

7. The Whole Light Paint Bucket

First of all, if you don’t get the title’s reference, then don’t worry about it. It’s a video game thing. Second of all, if you have any kind of interest in photography but spend a lot of time working indoors, you’ve probably tried taking pictures of inanimate things around your office. (OK, so I’m talking about myself.) Chances are, you haven’t had much luck. The pics were probably more fun to take than to examine, and they have probably been long since lost in the black matter of erased data. In other words, the photos weren’t good. But this one happens to be really awesome. It’s fun and very cool looking. Hadukin! Hadukin to bad office still lifes! Hadukin to darkness! Ha. Du. Kin.

Image via BusinessWeek

We hear a lot about LEDs these days, but is there a place in the market for their fancier, pricier cousins, the OLEDs? Organic light emitting diodes have yet to find a niche in the market, but if and when they do, they’ll have to overcome stiff competition…

Lighting tips…

Other Cool Stuff…

This summer, soccer’s about more than just winning games. A group of young innovators have started producing a new kind of soccer ball that can generate and store electrical power when kicked around. This is a huge breakthrough for families who don’t have reliable access to power…Image via EarthTechling

Normally, finding a broken light bulb is a bit of a let down, but in Jon Smith’s photographs, they turn into something extraordinary. Jon fills the light bulbs with different materials, like paint or glitter, then shoots them with a pellet gun and photographs the explosion. It’s way cool…Image via Wide Eyed Illuminations

There is no time like the present to take care of some of the little things around the house. While you can certainly grease a squeaky door hinge or take care of that leaking faucet, there are some upgrades that are best left to the professionals. Things like electrical work should only be dealt with by a certified electrician. The Electric Connection has a team of certified electricians who can take care of any Burbank electrical needs you may have.

Some things you can do to make you home safer as well as increase the appearance and overall value are rather simple and inexpensive. One item that should be on your electrical upgrade list is to replace outlets in the kitchen and bathroom with GCFI outlets. These outlets prevent against electric shock. Because bathroom and kitchen areas are prone to water accidents, new codes require they be used in these areas.

Another option you may want to consider is the upgrading of certain light fixtures. New light fixtures not only look better, but in many cases they are more energy efficient. Think of it as giving your home a facelift. You will have the freedom to choose which light fixture you want to have installed in a room in order to compliment the space and décor.

An electrician in Burbank can also take care of the installation of a ceiling fan. These are extremely handy to have and can also help reduce your electrical bill. They are aesthetically pleasing and can help keep you cool in the summer and warm in the winter by circulating the warm air around.

If you have any other items on your electrical wish list, give The Electric Connection a call. We can certainly help you with all your electrical needs.

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