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Total eclipse with blackout fabric
Brussels, Belgium
June 2025
Imagine walking into an indoor Halloween rave and being instantly drawn to the stage by an enormous blood moon in full eclipse. This vision comes to life at Brussels Gate, where a large light-diffusing fabric, symbolising the sun, is blocked by a moon made of blackout fabric.
Backlit diffuser fabric mimics sun
Shaping the sun has never been easier - the stage and lighting designer for this live music event chose Backlit Premium to represent the radiant sun behind the DJ booth. When lit from behind, this diffuser fabric transforms into a bright lightbox, with its smooth surface spreading the light evenly.
Blackout fabric creates total obscurity
Following a musical build-up, the vibrant glow of the sun is suddenly eclipsed by a pitch-black fabric moon. The secret behind its ability to absorb all light in an instant? BlackDim 160 - the ultimate lightweight darkening fabric. The halo of escaping sunlight around the blackened circle creates a captivating effect that intensifies in sync with the beat.
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Project credits
Client:
Erased Studio SRL
Designer:
Erased Studio SRL