Why you should consider venue uplighting for your event

When asked about the most important thing for their wedding guests, many couples say music. But just as important as the music that is played is the lighting of the venue throughout the wedding. When the party kicks off and the venue lights turn off, the DJ’s lighting is key. There will likely be flashing DJ lights, but there should also be some sort of ambient lighting throughout the room to set the mood and keep the room from getting too dark. If the room is too dark, the photographer or videographer may use spotlights that might detract from your party. This is where uplighting comes into play: small lights set up around the room to create a wash effect that will light up the room and set the mood for the evening.

Uplighting can be set to any color to match your theme. To ensure your photos come out fun and flattering, your DJ should use soft colors or pastels rather than dark or neon colors. The types of lights your DJ uses are also important. It is important to have high quality lighting rather than lasers and dot party lighting, you know, the stuff you see at house parties. Not something you’d want at your special event. The stands that lights are set up on can also enhance the look of the wedding if done right. Consider a tall totem light that’s back lit or lit up from the bottom up. Learn more about venue uplighting here.

DJ Drew uses a variety of quality lighting in all of the wedding packages offered. Reach out today to find the right package for your event! 

Making Weddings Memorable in 2020

2020 has been a departure from the usual busy summer wedding season. One of the few weddings I had the privilege of entertaining this summer was one that was beautiful, intimate, and held in a backyard. Guests were seated apart across many tables in the outdoors with masks, hand sanitizer was abundant, and several hand washing stations were nearby.

Music is still a large and important part of these special events even if we can’t party in the same ways we used to do, with everyone up, moving, and dancing around the areas freely. I make it a point to play fun and recognizable songs to make sure people are tapping their feet and singing along to music early on in the event even without mingling around. This will ensure your guests are still having a great time, making memories, and connecting, all while staying as safe as possible.

Some of these small musical details can make or break your special night. According to the publication Brides, DJ landed on a few notable lists worth mentioning:

• Top Five Wedding Elements Couples Wish They'd Spent More Money On (#5)

• Top 10 Wedding Elements That Engaged Couples Deemed “Most Important” During the Planning Process (#3)

• Top 10 Wedding Elements That Newlyweds Say Actually Made Their Wedding “Truly Unforgettable” (#3)

Find a DJ that will help you make your night perfect, regardless of challenges ahead. The right partner will make things smooth, easy, and highly memorable.